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Greek Islands

Greece has many islands, with estimates ranging from somewhere around 1,200 to 6,000, depending on the minimum size to take into account. The number of inhabited islands is variously cited as between 166 and 227.

Type Place

Why go

  • A place in Greece on the Ultimate map — explore nearby destinations, hotels and attractions from here.

History

Greece has many islands, with estimates ranging from somewhere around 1,200 to 6,000, depending on the minimum size to take into account. The number of inhabited islands is variously cited as between 166 and 227.

Getting there by ferry

Oropós
Ferry terminal · 10 km from the centre
Outdoor
Ερέτρια
Ferry terminal · 17 km from the centre
Outdoor
Erétria - Oropós
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Greek Islands — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Oropós, 10 km); routes include Erétria - Oropós.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Greek Islands. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Bus · Schedules & GTFS data (official feed)