Is Delos island worth visiting?

Delos is well worth visiting and is sure to be one of the most memorable experiences of your trip to Greece. The island of Delos is the conceivable center point of the Cyclades (cyclos meaning circle in Greek).

How long do you need to see Delos?

Visitors to Delos are given a map outlining three self-guided walking tours. Depending on which one you opt for, these take from 90 minutes to five hours, so it’s best to decide in advance how much time you’d like to spend on the island.

How much is ferry from Mykonos to Delos?

There are numerous daily crossings from Mykonos to Delos. The trip lasts around 30 minutes and the regular return ticket costs about 20€.

Is there a ferry from Mykonos to Delos?

Ferries from Mykonos to Delos There are ferries throughout the week (fewer on Mondays), departing from the old port. The departure times from Mykonos are 9am, 10am, 11:30am and 5pm, and returns from Delos are at 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm and 7:30pm.

Can I stay on Delos?

The small island of Delos has one of the most important archaeology sites in Greece. The only way to visit the site is to get a day return ferry from a nearby island (Mykonos, Paros or Naxos). There is no accommodation on the island.

Why is Delos so famous?

Between 900 BC and 100 AD, Delos was a major cult centre where Dionysus and Titaness Leto, mother of the twin deities Apollo and Artemis, were revered. Immediately after this purification, the first quinquennial festival of the Delian games were celebrated there.

Can you swim at Delos?

Delos island does not have a permanent population. Overnight stays are forbidden. Swimming is forbidden.

Is there a beach on Delos?

Sandy coves, turquoise waters and un-crowded beaches are a Rhenia Island specialty. Reached only by private boat, Rhenia is just a few nautical miles from Mykonos, and via a visit to the exceptional neighboring island of Delos where one of Greece’s great archeological sites is found.

Can you visit Delos from Naxos?

Departing from the port of Naxos and after 45 minutes of travel, the boat arrives to the island of Delos, a “floating” archaeological site dedicated to god Apollo. On Delos the entrance fee is 12,00 euro per person. With a 3 hour stop, visitors have the time to admire the unique archaeological site.

Can you stay on Delos island?

The small island of Delos has one of the most important archaeology sites in Greece. There is no accommodation on the island.

How was Delos destroyed?

Delos flourished for 700 years until it was destroyed by the Syrian king of Pontus, Mithridates VI, in 88 BC, and later sacked by pirates. For the next two millennia, the island was repeatedly looted by invaders, pirates and smugglers of antiquities.

What should I wear to Delos?

Because the ground can be so uneven we would recommend wearing sneakers or closed-toe shoes for the day. This way you don’t have to worry about walking on rocks or dirt paths. The stairs up to Mount Kynthos were very narrow and rocky. Sneakers made them much more doable, especially when trying to balance in the wind!