Location: Ios
Top Things to do in Ios
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Ios embodies that classic Greek island ambiance—hillside clusters of blue-roofed white buildings, an amphitheater, golden beaches that spill into the sapphire sea. The spindly windmills of Ios are like something from a storybook, and a visit to the Tomb of Homer (yep, that Homer) is an exercise in awed contemplation. When the sun goes down, party it up at one of Ios’ many electrifying nightspots. Favorites are Astra Cocktail Bar and the (kind of insane) alt-rock scene, The Orange Bar.
Restaurants in Ios
1. Astra Cocktail Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 261 reviews
Located just up the stairs left of the pharmacy, Astra Cocktail Bar is a fabulously funky cocktail bar! Tantalise your tastebuds with fantastic fresh fruit cocktails !!!!Try the renowned Green Destiny or ASTRA favourite RAZZMATAZZ! Delicious!!!!Fell the Funky Vibes with Dj Branca from Norway on the decks!Take advantage of the fantastic Happy Hour and meet people from all over the world!Astra Cocktail Bar is a must on a visit to Ios! Enjoy!
Reviewed By gezalpha17
Astra is the best place to get your night started in ios with funky house tunes that everyone loves from norweigan dj Jani, hands down the best cocktails on the island, in particular their espresso martinis and the famous Moscow mule which is a must try for anyone starting a night out in ios!
2. Meltemi Watersports
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 164 reviews
Meltemi Watersports & Tours. We offer a variety of water sports and tours, to cater for all needs, from Canoe Safaris, Speed Boat Adventures, to Winery tours on the neighbouring island Sikinos. One of our popular tours is described below, the speed boat adventure!!! A luxury way to enjoy Ios Island at it's best, relaxing on a Speed Boat listening to great tunes. Take the scenic tour around a stunning secluded Greek Island, to picture Post-Card beaches. Explore unique underwater caves, snorkel in the Aegean sea, on reefs and shipwrecks in it's crystal blue waters, relax and enjoy your lunch on your own private beach.
3. Meltemi Dive Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 103 reviews
** Under New Management as of 2019 ** Located on the beautiful Greek Island of Ios, Meltemi Dive Centre has established itself as one of the top dive centres in Greece. Since it's opening in 2013, Meltemi Dive has shared the beauty of the underwater world with many visitors to the island through it's Try Scuba programme. For many, this 2 hour introduction to diving has turned into a brand new passion, opening up the opportunity to dive all over the world! Whether a certified diver, or a complete beginner, there is something for everyone at Meltemi! Whatever your level, ability, and interests - there are exciting dive sites waiting to be explored! Meltemi Dive Centre prides itself on safety, professionalism, and quality - the professional and experienced instructors will ensure that you have the best experience possible! Find us at Far Out resort, Mylopotas Beach and have a chat with the friendly dive crew!
4. Art Cafe-Bar Foiniki
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 96 reviews
Foiniki has been operating since 2008 in the mainland of Ios as a cafe-bar and an exhibition space. From early in the morning we offer a wide variety of coffee and tea, snacks and the homemade pies of Elsie. Later you can try the special cocktails of Themis and a variety of greek microbreweries. You can visit us every day from 8:30 to 15:00 and from 17:00 until late at night!
Reviewed By pitsap
Excellent service, greart artistic atmosphere, variety of cocteils, delicious handmade sweets and snacks, 100% value for money!!!! I hope to see you soon!!!
5. Mylopotas Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,045 reviews
A peaceful, clothing-optional beach, great for swimming and sunbathing.
Reviewed By RELAXED000 - Sydney, Australia
We arrived midday to the island so we got to the beach by 2pm there where not many sunbeds available, lucky enough we did find a large cabana style for the 4 of us that offered lots of shade as well as sun! The service is good, you can also order food and drinks on the beach. Prices are very affordable compared to most Greek islands. The sand is amazing and the water super clean. Just a reminder there is a lot of rock that is slippery when entering the water but once u swim past it u are on sand. Also there are spots that have just sand not so much rock . Definitely a must when u visit iOS!
6. Slammer Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Welcome to the world famous Slammer Bar located in the middle of the nightlife of Ios - the Mainsquare A great place to party, dance all night long to a variety of music, have fun, take part in one of the special events, meet people in the most crazy spot of Ios.
7. Manganari Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,196 reviews
Reviewed By VAGGYPAR
One of the best beaches anywhere in Greece.. Totally outstanding g beauty, clean beautiful sand crystal clear waters. Massive size...
8. Baru Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Situated at the heart of Ios village, BARU is one of the most elegant and stylish Bars around. The renovation took into consideration the materials of the construction plus the tradition of the island so as not to spoil the layout of the area.Dry Ice Cocktails and visual effects is the must and Only a visit will persuade you that BARU Bar will soon become the hot spot of Ios nightlife!
9. Ag. Theodoti Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
Reviewed By Berganza
This is our favorite beach on Ios. After a spectacular, but easy, descent along a winding road to the bay below, when you arrive in Aghia Theodoti there are two roads to the beach. Most go to the left, but we prefer to turn to the right in the direction of Aghia Theodoti - South. It turns into an easy dirt road just before you arrive to the most unspoilt and greenest part of the beach. The entrance into the water is easy here, not rocky as it is to the left of the beach. There this summer as in the past 11 years Andreas from Ios with his Kantina was there to offer us refreshments (Cappuccino freddo, Mythos beer, ice cream, a small grill, etc.) and local honey (unbelievably good) in the shade of his umbrellas, with his generous smile and exquisite Greek hospitality. The wind is very variable in Ios. I find the North wind doesn’t bother me as long as its not over 35k/h, on a hot day it’s even more than welcome and it keeps the insects away. Many select the beach of the day on Ios taking into account the wind conditions. As of the end of June there has been no cases of Covid on the island. We really felt like one of the very lucky few to have been there this year.
10. Ios Club Sunset Dining Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 316 reviews
The revival of the legendary cocktail bar of the 70's offers a unique fusion of breathtaking sunset view, delightful cocktails, mediteranean dishes and ambient music!Set in the middle of a highly privileged energy site, right beside Apollo's ancient temple, IOS CLUB overlooks the island's harbor and offers one of the most spectacular sunsets in Ios.
Reviewed By 861JaneD - Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
We reserved a table late afternoon and ended up with picture postcard views, from a more sheltered area of the bar. It was out of this world! It definitely has the wow factor. Staff are very friendly. They certainly serve unique flavoured cocktails. Watching the sunset to chilled music was the perfect end to a day.
