Amorgos Travel Guide 2026: What to See & Why You’ll Love It
The first time I arrived in Amorgos, it felt oddly familiar — as if the island had been waiting. Mountain meets sea, wild rock meets endless blue, and the alleys of Chora smell of basil and slow summer nights. Amorgos doesn’t pose; it’s quietly beautiful, grounding, and warm. If you’re after authentic Cyclades with a hint of mystery, this is where you’ll find it — and you’ll want to come back.
Why visit Amorgos
Dramatic mountains, crystal-clear coves, a cliff-hugging monastery, and villages with soul (Chora, Lagkada, Tholaria). It’s an island for explorers: Mouros swims, sea-view hikes, and summer panigiria that turn strangers into friends.
Book experiences in Amorgos
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How to get to Amorgos
Ferries connect Amorgos with Piraeus and neighbouring Cyclades (e.g. Naxos) in high season. Choose between Katapola or Aegiali port depending on your base and travel time.
Compare routes, prices and timings above to find the best option for your dates.
Where to stay in Amorgos
- Katapola — Central port, practical base for day trips and connections. Calm evenings and easy food/coffee options.
- Aegiali — Northern port with a long sandy beach and a livelier summer vibe; close to Lagkada & Tholaria.
- Chora — Romantic, photogenic, authentic. Less “beachy”, more village charm and slow nights.
Top things to do in Amorgos
Visit Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery
Clinging to the cliffs above the Aegean, this monastery radiates peace. The view is pure “endless blue”. See details in my guide here.
Swim at Mouros Beach
Mouros has at least ten shades of blue. A short walk down to a rocky cove with crystal water — go early for a peaceful swim.
Explore Chora, Lagkada & Tholaria
Whitewashed lanes, tiny courtyards and kafeneia that feel like home. See my full Amorgos guide here.
Join the Panigiri of Agia Paraskevi (26 July)
One of the liveliest Cycladic feasts: free food, live music, dancing and big smiles. On that night, the island sings — and everybody’s a friend.
Best hikes in Amorgos
Ridge paths, stone trails and the sea as your constant companion. See maps, difficulty & tips in my dedicated post Amorgos Hiking Trails.
Where to eat (tested & loved)
For breakfast in Katapola, I love Arleta — vintage vibes, homemade plates and sunny seating. In Chora, try local meats, xinomizithra and classic Greek salad in traditional tavernas.
Best time to visit
Spring for quiet walks and flowers, July for panigiria, September for perfect seas and fewer crowds. For Cyclades seasonality insights, see Cyclades Travel Guide.
Map & practical info
Before you go, check local transport (buses, taxis, timetables) here, and useful information (ATMs, clinic, port authority, pharmacy) here.
Book ferries early (especially July–August) and choose a base that matches your daily plans.
Closing
There’s something about Amorgos that makes you slow down and connect — with yourself, with the sea, with life. If it wins you over, it does so quietly: with an alleyway, a laugh in a kafeneio, a view that needs no caption. And you’ll know you’ll be back.
