Samos' Must-See Places
From the UNESCO harbour town to the wild west coast: every must-see place on Samos, with what to expect and how to reach each one.
Culture & history (UNESCO)Pythagoreio
UNESCO harbour town, birthplace of Pythagoras
Beach & villageKokkari
Samos' most picturesque fishing village
Culture & historyVathy (Samos Town)
The island capital and archaeological museum
Culture & history (UNESCO)Heraion of Samos
The ancient Temple of Hera, by the sea
Culture & history (UNESCO)Eupalinos Tunnel
A 6th-century BC engineering marvel
Wildlife & naturePotami Waterfalls
A shaded gorge walk to two waterfalls
Culture & historyKarlovasi
Samos' second town and main ferry port
Wildlife & natureManolates & Ambelos
Stone mountain villages above the pine forest
Wildlife & natureMount Kerkis
The island's highest peak, 1,434 m
BeachMarathokampos & Votsalakia
The quiet west coast's longest beach
BeachKasonisi Islet
Turquoise coves off the south coast
BeachTsamadou & Lemonakia Beaches
Blue Flag pebble coves near Kokkari