Tinos
What to do
Tinos is the Holiest island in Greece and the vast majority of tourists are Greek Orthodox pilgrims coming to see the Church of the Evagelistria and the miracle working icon of the Virgin Mary (Panagia).
To our eyes, the holiness of Tinos does not begin and end with the Hora (Tinos town) and its adored Church.
Tinos is famous for its villages which are considered to be the model of the Cycladic architecture featuring picturesque arches, streets paved with flagstones and yards full of blooming flowers, small and large churches and fountains of clear running water from underground springs. Most of these villages have been declared traditional and are protected by the Greek Ministry of Culture.
The rural areas of Tinos have managed to stay almost unaffected by external influences until today. Visitors are given the opportunity to walk through cobbled roads and paths, enjoying the rocky surroundings of the Tinian hinterland, lined with dry stone walls, made by brilliant builders, who managed to make them merge with the environment. They will also have the chance to marvel up close the remote dove-cotes, “embroidered” with unique expertise by stone-carvers, as well as the country cottages and chapels with the artistic bell-towers and the green ravines that embellish the peaceful scenery.
Activities in Tinos
Activities
Walking
Tinos is a walker’s paradise: 10 amazing historical footpaths covering more than 60 kilometers which connect most of the villages and several of the beaches. The paths are marked with numbers and there are signposts at intersections which tell you which way to go and how long it should take you to get there.
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Arts and Culture
Tinos Festival (previously called Exomvourgo Festival) is also held annually during the months of July, August and September and includes many events in many different villages and Hora. Events include art exhibitions, concerts of contemporary and classical music, theater plays and many more events.
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Beachlife
About 12km north of Hora on the north coast is emerald Kolymvythra Bay, where Tinos Surf Lessons takes advantage of the breaks at two excellent sandy beaches. It offers surf tuition, plus rentals of surfboards, bodyboards, kayaks and canoes.
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Cycling Tours
Discover the essence of each destination with our tailor-made Cycling Tours — a refreshing, slow-travel experience that reveals Greece far beyond its picture-perfect shores. Ride through coastal roads washed in sunlight, peaceful countryside trails scented with pine, and traditional villages where time moves gently.
Each route is carefully curated by local experts, balancing beauty, culture, and comfort, and can be enjoyed either privately with a guide or as an independent adventure. Along the way, scenic stops invite you to pause, take in panoramic views, capture photographs, and connect with the island’s authentic character.
Whether you prefer an easy, leisurely ride or a more challenging path, cycling allows you to feel the landscape with every turn of the wheel — grounding, energising, and deeply memorable. This is Greece experienced in its purest form: immersive, quiet, and wonderfully alive.
Food and Dining
Marathia Tinos Restaurant
Marathia Tinos (+3022830 23249)
Set along the serene Agios Fokas beach in Tinos, Marathia is a beloved family-run gem that has been welcoming guests with heartfelt hospitality and unforgettable dining experiences for over two decades. The restaurant is devoted to honoring and reinventing traditional island recipes, blending them with modern flair and creativity. Known for its refined approach to seafood—including the art of fish aging—Marathia also champions wild foraging, seasonal ingredients, and sustainable practices that support local producers and reduce waste. It’s a place where heritage, innovation, and conscious gastronomy come together beautifully.
Thalassaki Tinos Restaurant
Thalassaki Tinos (+302283031366)
Nestled right at the water’s edge, Thalassaki brings the essence of a Greek island summer to life through a uniquely artistic and inviting approach. This standout seafood restaurant blends pristine local ingredients with refined culinary techniques and attentive service, crafting an experience that’s both authentic and elevated. Every visit feels like stepping into a beautifully composed scene of island life, where the flavors are as vivid as the view.
Μikro Karavi Restaurant
Μikro Karavi Restaurant (+3022830 22818)
Mikro Karavi, meaning “Little Boat” in Greek , first opened in 2008 in the heart of Tinos’ Chora, on the very site where the island’s old open-air cinema once stood. Welcoming and spacious, it’s the perfect setting for friends, families, or couples to enjoy Greek cuisine infused with local character and creative flair. Over the years, what has remained constant is the commitment to exceptional food made with love and distinctive local ingredients—always accompanied by fine Greek wine.
Thalassaki Taverna
Thalassaki Taverna +30 22830 31366: Αn award winning restaurant at Ysternia Beach on the water edge, serves imaginative fish dishes, spaghetti with clams, grilled octopus with honey and other traditional Cycladic specialties.
Marathia Taverna
Marathia Taverna +30 22830 23249: On the beach of Agios Fokas, you can taste grilled fish and homemade dishes cooked with local ingredients ; worth a visit