Chios Guide

Places to visit in Chios

Pyrgi Village: One of the most beautiful and best preserved villages of Chios. It is famous for its narrow streets and traditional stone houses. The patterns on the exterior of the houses make the village unique.
Mesta Village: One of the oldest villages of Chios. It attracts attention with its narrow streets and stone houses within the walls dating back to the Middle Ages.
Nea Moni Monastery: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this monastery was built in the 11th century. It is famous for its frescoes and mosaics.
Mastic Villages (Mastiha Villages): Chios is famous for the Mastic villages where it produces its world-famous mastiha. In villages such as Pyrgi, Mesta, Olympi, Vessa you can see the gardens where this unique product grows.
Anavatos Village: Located in the central part of the island, this village dazzles with its historical houses built on the rock. Its view attracts history lovers.

Chios Beaches

Karfas Beach: One of the most popular beaches on the island. Its golden sands and shallow waters are ideal for families.
Elinda Beach: Elinda is a beautiful beach known for its calm atmosphere and crystal clear waters. It is a great option for nature lovers.
Mavra Volia Beach: Covered with black volcanic pebbles, this beach has a different atmosphere.

Chios Activities

Diving The clear waters around the island are ideal for diving lovers. There are many diving spots in Chios.
Nature Walks: There are various hiking routes to explore the natural beauties of the island. Kerveli Village and Kambos region are suitable for such activities.
Chios Gum (Mastiha) Tasting: You can try the famous Chios mastic produced on the island and enjoy this special product.

Chios Traditional Flavors

Gum Mushroom: One of the traditional flavors of the island. You can try dishes featuring this special mushroom in local restaurants.
Gummy Sweets: You should definitely try the gummy desserts produced in Chios. Lokma, gummy ice cream and cookies are among the favorite desserts.

Chios Practical Information

Transportation: You can reach Chios by ferry or plane from Turkey. Ferry services organized from Çeşme Port are quite common.
Accommodation: There are various accommodation options on the island, from luxury hotels to traditional pensions.

For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Chios Hotels page.