Things to do in Tilos Island

Tilos is a small island with a big soul for those who like to slow down in harmony with nature. The things to do here are not just activities, they are experiences. In the mornings you can hit the mountain paths with a cool breeze. The stone paths to Mikro Chorio or the quiet shores of Agios Antonios are not just walking routes, they are journeys that cleanse the mind. If the sea is calling, spend a few hours on the wide sandy beach of Eristos or the calm waters of Livadia and lose track of time. The deep blue waters get even deeper when viewed with snorkeling gear. Schools of small fish and sea urchins among the rocks whisper how alive nature is.

At some point in the day, you must sit in a taverna and share a glass of ouzo with sun-dried octopus. But the flavor of Tilos is not only on the plate; the people behind the food, the land, the sea and the labor that goes into the ingredients are also part of the table.

If you want to see a bit of history, the museum in Megalo Chorio can take you back thousands of years with the story of the dwarf elephants that lived on the island. A small church or an old stone building reminds you that the past still breathes here.

For nature lovers, birdwatching, especially in spring and autumn, turns the island into an outdoor scene. Taking your binoculars and spending a few hours in the Eristos Valley, perhaps catching a glimpse of an eagle or a rare migratory bird, can be unforgettable.

For those who want to visit the island by bicycle, the roads are short but enjoyable; every turn offers a new view, every slope a new bay. Even taking shelter in the shade of an olive tree and just breathing when you get tired becomes an activity here.

The local festivals that take place during the summer months are the best way to understand how friendly and sharing the islanders are. Between the music, dancing and traditional food, you feel like a guest, not a foreigner.

And photography... Perhaps one of the quietest but most powerful aspects of Tilos. The oranges in the sky at sunset, the cracks in the walls of an abandoned village, the way a goat stands and stares at you... Each one is a story in a frame.

Things to do in Tilos are not listed; they are lived, felt. Every moment is magnified by a detail that seems small. You don't need to make a plan when you come here. The island already pulls you into its own rhythm.

For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Tilos Island Hotels page.