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Serifos Island: The 8 most beautiful highlights and travel tips

Tom & Ella
Last updated: 19. September 2025 13:18
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Serifos lies in the west of the archipelago, far from the international tourist hustle and bustle of the other Cyclades. Not much happens on Serifos, and that’s exactly what makes this inconspicuous island so charming. Those who stroll through the whitewashed streets of Chora enjoy the omnipresent light and feel very close to heaven at the sight of the shining churches.

“People come to Serifos to immerse themselves in the Cycladic atmosphere and to relax from the stress of everyday life.”

Pano Chora mit Kastro Serifos
Welcome to Serifos

Serifos is manageable and not an island for adventurous explorers. The landscape is barren, but charming with its seemingly endless hills and invites you to hike. In the hinterland, Serifos is largely deserted, only two places are really lively: Livadi by the sea and the upper village of Chora above.

The latter is the epitome of a Cycladic dream come true and for that reason alone is worth a trip to the island for Greece fans. In addition, Serifos offers a wide variety of beaches, from golden sand to brown pebbles and colorful pebbles, quite a few of which are deserted even in summer.

Join us on a tour of the island, we will show you which corners we particularly liked and what the most popular Sights on Serifos are:

Table of Contents
  • #1 Chora: Postcard Motif of Serifos
  • #2 Port town Livadi
  • #3 Beautiful beaches of Serifos
  • #4 Excursion to Taxiarches Monastery
  • #5 Serifos’ North: Between Wineries and Solitude
  • #6 Koutalas Bay
  • #7 Megalo Livadi Mining Village
  • #8 Lighthouse of Serifos
  • More Serifos travel tips

#1 Chora: Postcard Motif of Serifos

We visited Serifos as part of our island hopping Milos – Kimolos – Sifnos – Serifos – Kythnos in May. Not easy for the 75 km² small and yet quite unknown island to shine against Cycladic pearls such as Milos and Kimolos. Unknown but only to international tourists, mainland Greeks have long appreciated the islet as a weekend and summer destination.

Kykladen Geheimtipp Insel Serifos schöne Strände
Griechenland Geheimtipp Insel Serifos Urlaub Kykladen

In the low season we experienced Serifos as tranquil, the island slowly woke up from hibernation. Anyone who enters the harbour is greeted by a spectacular backdrop, high above the sea the picturesque Chora literally calls out to you: “Welcome to Serifos!”

Serifos Kykladen Chora schöne Orte in Griechenland
Picturesque main town above the sea

Walk through the alleys of Chora

The postcard motif of Serifos rises 200 meters above the sea on a rocky outcrop. The main town of Serifos looks as if an artist had painted a sea of white houses into the barren brown landscape, the summit is crowned by an ensemble of chapels. In addition to the chora of Astypalea and the Patmos Chora, it is probably the most beautiful castle town in Greece.

Chora Serifos Kykladen Urlaub Griechenland Geheimtipps
Chora is a Cycladic dream

A winding road leads up to the upper part of the village to the free parking lot below the windmills. The village of 400 inhabitants consists of a lower and an upper part, Kato and Pano Chora. Kato Chora including the large Evaggelistria church has remained a quarter for the locals, there are no places to stop for refreshments.

Kato Chora Serifos Kykladen Kirche Evaggelistria
View of the Kato Chora

In Pano Chora holiday life takes place, a good dozen taverns, cafés and above all bars (tip: Vatrachos) spread out in the maze of alleys, joined by original shops (recommendation: Argilos Gallery Shop) and a few craft shops. In summer, night is turned into day in the local bars.

Serifos Sehenswürdigkeiten Chora weiße Gassen blaue Türen
Insel Serifos Kykladen weiße Gassen Chora

Especially in August, according to the locals, Serifos is “poly kosmo” on a daily basis, which means something like great hustle and bustle. The road up to Chora is often congested, parking spaces are difficult to find. In mid-May, on the other hand, it was very quiet, only a few cafés and shops had already opened, and preparations were still being made everywhere.

💡 Hike to Chora: In the past, only a steep mule track (200 meters in altitude, 2 km) led from the sea up to the Chora. The picturesque path is still well preserved, from Livadi to Kato Chora it takes at least 30 minutes. A little below the chapel of Agios Isidoros, the path leads up dead straight for a kilometre on whitewashed steps. Caution: Again and again you cross the main road. Other hiking trails on the island have been set up by the Walking Serifos initiative.

 

Wandern Kykalden Walking Serifos Urlaub
Walking Serifos hiking map

From Pano Piatsa to Kastro

The linchpin in Chora is the Pano Piatsa, the upper village square. It presents itself pretty with its neoclassical town hall, the blue and white church of Agios Athanasios and the cafés with their colorful raffia chairs. A cool espresso Freddo or Frappé on the Platia is a must on a Serifos holiday.

Piano Piatsa Serifos Chora Dorfplatz mit Rathaus
Time out on the Pano Piatsa

Afterwards you take a leisurely walk through the alleys, which offer many a beautiful photo motif. Sometimes even mules pass by, which are used in Chora to transport goods. Chora was founded in the Middle Ages, on the top of the rock there was once a fortress, also Kastro of Chora which offered protection against imminent pirate attacks.

Chora Kastro Serifos Agios Konstantinos Kirche
At the highest point of the Chora

Except for a few walls, nothing can be seen of the medieval fortress. Nevertheless, the climb (signposted “proz kaztro”) is worth it, because the unobstructed view of the bay of Livadi and the Aegean Sea with the neighboring island Sifnos is sensational at any time of the day. The surrounding white chapels Ag. Konstantinos, Ag. Barbaras and Ag. Ioannis give the setting a heavenly atmosphere.

Chora Serifos Kirche Agia Barbara Ausblick Livadi
Outlook for Livadi

#2 Port town Livadi

In Livadi is where the port of Serifos is located, where every visitor sets his first foot on land. Together with Livadakia and Avlomonas, it is now the largest municipality on the island and also the greenest spot, because Livadi means something like “fertile meadows”. Founded in 1870 as a pure loading port for mining, life pulsates today in the town of 500 souls.

Livadi Serifos Kykalden Urlaub Tipps
Livadi: Harbour town, bay and valley

Numerous taverns, cafés and bars line the long Livadi waterfront, behind them are wildly jumbled apartment complexes and small hotel complexes. Livadi is not necessarily an architectural masterpiece, there is no classic town centre, the development was done too quickly and probably too uncontrolled. Only the elongated Livadi Beach remained largely untouched.

Livadi Beach Serifos Segeln Kykladen
Livadi Beach

Especially in the last 5 years, Livadi has experienced a tourist boost. In search of seclusion, quite a few holidaymakers avoided the trendy destinations with mass tourism and increasingly sought out modest islets such as Serifos. Nevertheless, most travelers only come to the island in summer, sailors appreciate Serifos even in the low season.

Livadi Serifos Restaurants am Meer Fischer Boot
Walk along the waterfront

In May, Livadi was still tranquil, but we were amazed that almost all of the more than 20 taverns and cafés by the sea were open. Too much of a good thing for our taste, certainly a dream for people who love variety. In the center of the village there is nothing special except for a few shops and souvenir shops, the Boutqiue is worth mentioning here Calle 31.

Livadi Serifos Hafen Livadakia Hotels
Livadi and Livadakia

So you can’t do more than walk along the sea in Livadi. History buffs visit the Archaeological Museum of Serifos (daily 8:30-15:30, Tue. closed) behind the Yacht ClubCafé, which presents the finds of the island in a compact area. Because of the busy sailing and ferry traffic, we recommend the neighboring Livadakia Beach for swimming.

Relaxing at Livadakia Beach

Livadakia is the extended arm of Livadi in a southerly direction. Most of the houses date from the last decades, mostly small 2-/3-star hotels and apartment complexes form the settlement directly on the sandy beach of the same name. The majority of Serifos holidaymakers stay in Livadakia (Our recommendation: Galazio Suites).

Livadakia Beach Serifos Urlaub auf den Kykladen
Idyll at Livadakia Beach

Understandable! Livadakia Beach with its golden sand and turquoise blue sea, it is a wonderful place to relax. The Vassilia All Day Beach Bar and the Alexandros Taverna rent deck chairs and take care of the physical well-being. From the dune hill at the end of the beach you can enjoy a beautiful view of Livadi and Chora.

Serifos Livadi Livadakia Beach Camping Kykladen
View from the dune hill

If you follow the gravel road, you will reach Karavi Beach in 5 minutes, a popular nudist beach on Serifos – not managed and therefore hardly visited. Livadakia beach is also home to the Campsite of Serifos. Formerly a popular holiday spot for Greek families, it is now undergoing a transformation Coralli Camping slowly to Coralli Seaside Resort. Do the easy times on Serifos seem to be over?

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Serifos book tip: The travel guide Cyclades from Michael Müller Verlag contains a compact chapter about Serifos with numerous travel tips and hikes: View on Amazon*

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#3 Beautiful beaches of Serifos

Just a few minutes’ drive east of Livadi are the most beautiful beaches on the island. Due to their proximity to the port, Psili Ammos, Agios Sostis & Co. are also the most popular. Although (almost) all of them can be reached by car, they are so busy in summer that the search for a parking space becomes a torture. In May, on the other hand, these dream beaches of the Cyclades almost deserted.

Agios Sostis Beach Serifos Kykladen Badeurlaub
Empty dream beaches in May

Agios Sostis Beach

A fairytale bay awaits you at Agios Sostis. Actually, there are even two, a narrow headland of sand and gravel connects Serifos with a bare rocky outcrop on which the eponymous chapel of Agios Sostis stands. Radiant white, it rises above the sandy beach, the crystal clear sea shimmers in the most beautiful shades of blue, what a photo motif!

Serifos Agios Sostis Beach Griechenland
Agios Sostis Beach

The other beach consists of pebbles, due to the north orientation, flotsam of all kinds is often washed ashore. The dirt road down to the double beach is full of holes and furrows, the best thing to do is to walk down. A few tamarisk trees provide shade, but there is no operator at Agios Sostis Beach.

Agios Sostis Strand Insel Serifos Griechenland
Time out below the chapel

Psili Ammos Beach

Psili Ammos is located just 4 km north of Ag. Sostis and is for many holidaymakers the most beautiful place for swimming. On the “fine sand”, as the beach is translated, there is a magnificent dune landscape, plus a row of tamarisk trees on the turquoise blue sea, which create a paradisiacal atmosphere.

Psili Ammos Beach Serifos Kykladen Urlaub
Psili Ammos Beach

The entrance to the sea is shallow, so that families with small children also feel comfortable here. Two taverns (Our recommendation: Stefanakos Tavern) take care of the physical well-being on the beach of Psili Ammos. Parking is only available at the two taverns or on the main road.

Serifos Strände Psili Ammos Badeurlaub
Serifos Bathing Paradise

Agios Ioannis Beach

Two bends further on the main road to the north you will reach the Agios Ioannis Beach. As with Agios Sostis, a white chapel above the beach gives it its name, to which a whitewashed staircase leads down from the street and allows for a picturesque holiday photo.

Agios Ioannis Beach Serifos Kykladen
Agios Ioannis Beach

Agios Ioannis Beach is the largest of the three eastern beaches. On the south bank it consists of fine golden sand, further north it slowly turns into gravel. There is no parasol rental or tavern, the places under the tamarisk trees are quickly taken in summer.

💡 Car rental in Serifos: The island is compact and the paved road network is limited. Nevertheless, it is worth renting a car for 1-2 days and exploring the island with its secluded beaches. In principle, there is only one big road that leads around the island and branches off in the middle via Chora to Livadi. You can find out what you need to consider about traffic and car rental on the Greek islands in our separate article: Car rental in Greece

#4 Excursion to Taxiarches Monastery

From Livadi, it is about 20 minutes by car to the most important monastery on the island. Past the beaches of Psili Ammos and Ag. Ioannis winds up the road to an altitude of about 400 m. Halfway there, the village of Kentarchos, also called Kallitsos, picturesquely on a mountain slope. The small hamlet, which translates as “the most beautiful”, immediately delighted us, but also disappointed us.

Kentarchos Serifos Kallitsos
Kentarchos (Kallitsos)

It has long since become quiet around the alleys with their ornate floor patterns. Like other settlements in the hinterland of Serifos the village is affected by strong emigration, only a few families and especially older islanders still live here today. How much we would have wished for a kafeneion with a view of the endless blue sea. It’s a pity, so Kallitsos remains only a transit station.

Taxiarches Kloster Serifos Kykalden
Fortress-like Archangel Monastery

A little later you reach the Taxiarches Monastery, which stands out from afar due to its fortress-like construction with walls up to 4 m high and even embrasures for defense. The monastery, built in 1572 and dedicated to the archangels Michael and Gabriel, had great wealth and was repeatedly exposed to pirate attacks.

Erzengel Kloster Serifos Kykladen Taxiarches
Serifos Kloster Taxiarches Erzengel

In 1617, a monastery school was established, and over the centuries the convent developed into the religious and educational center of the island. In its heyday, up to 30 monks lived here. In recent decades, it has only been inhabited by one, Father Makarios, who passed away in 2019. Since then, his successor, Father Evdokimos, has been providing insights into the monastery.

Serifos Sehenswürdigkeiten Erzengel Kloster Taxiarches
Heavenly view

After entering through the monastery gate, you stand in front of the three-nave church with its blood-red dome, around which a surprisingly green courtyard is laid out. This invites you to linger and a few beautiful photo motifs can also be captured. Inside the church there are valuable icons and some frescoes from the old building (1447). We could not visit the monastery library with old writings.

  • Opening hours Taxiarchis Monastery Serifos: 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., free admission (donations welcome)

Photo stop at the Panagia Skopiani

About two kilometers before the Archangel Monastery, one of the most beautiful photo motifs on the island awaits you, the church Panagia Skopiani. Hardly visible from the main street, a whitewashed staircase leads down to the church. Like many churches on Serifos, it is unfortunately closed, but the view of the Aegean Sea and the neighboring islands Kythnos and Syros compensates for it.

Panagia Skopiani Serifos Kirche schöne Orte
Panagia Skopiani

Those who have the opportunity can take part in the big church consecration festival on 14 August, the eve of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. Then the place comes to life for a short time and the church square is atmospherically illuminated. Another pretty little church (Agios Minas) stands on the access road to the Platis Gialos Beach, also worth a photo stop.

Agios Minas Kirche Serifos Platis Gialos
Agios Minas Church

#5 Serifos’ North: Between Wineries and Solitude

The North of Serifos is characterized by steep mountains with thousands of terraces where vegetables, grains and wine were once grown. Although viticulture on Serifos dates back to ancient times, many farmers have given up cultivating the steep terraced slopes. The work is tedious, machines are out of place here, everything is handmade, only mules and donkeys help.

Serifos Norden Terrassen Felder Wein Griechenland
Landscape in the north of Serifos

At the beginning of the 19th century, according to the historian Ludwig Ross, 4,000 tons of wine were still exported annually. After the Second World War, wine production came to a complete standstill. Interestingly, there are still wild stands of old local grape varieties all over the island, up to 20 varieties have been counted so far.

Since 2015, the island’s wine culture has been Chrysoloras Winery revived. Today, the production volume is 15,000 to 20,000 bottles per year. Nine fine wines, 7 of which are organic wines, are now sold, including the island’s typical white wine Ksiro Chorio (Greek for “dry village”), an aromatic, dry white wine with little acidity that lives up to its name.

Chrysoloras Winery Serifos Kykladen
Vineyards of Chrysoloras Winery

The Oranz Wine, which winemaker Christos ages for several months in large clay amphorae, giving it an orange colour and a characteristic taste, and the rosé wine Charoumenos Vatrachos, translates as “happy frog”, an allusion to the many frogs on Serifos, who are supposed to stay here in winter or spring.

Serifos Weingut Chrysoloras Winery Kykladen
Oranz Wine Amphorae

The only commercial Winery on Serifos is located about 1 km above the monastery of Taxiarchis. The prices of the wines start from €12, our favorite was the rosé wine Aspalathros. A wine tasting includes a small snack platter on the hotel’s own terrace. Advance registration is recommended, further information at: Chrysoloras Winery

Lunch break in Platis Gialos

For a refreshment in the cool sea or a lunch break with the sound of the waves, it is worth taking a detour to the scattered settlement of Platis Gialos below. A bumpy concrete track leads past farms down to the sea. At the Messiano Bay the family tavern takes care of Nikoulias from May to October for the physical well-being.

Serifos Kykladen Platis Gialos Messiano Bucht
Messiano Bay

The view of the sea is immensely relaxing, and typical island dishes such as fennel balls and other traditional Greek dishes are served in a quiet atmosphere. Respect from our side to receive guests in such a remote place on the island. One of the few taverns outside of Livadi or Chorio!

Serifos Restaurants Nikoulias Taverne
Nikoulia’s Tavern

Panagia and Sikamia Beach

There is not much more to discover in the north of Serifos. The small mountain villages Galini, Pyrgos and Panagia, which nestle close to the slopes, have a certain charm, but they lack life. Here, the rural exodus is progressing, many places are already abandoned, young people are drawn to Livadi or even further to Athens.

Serifos Westkykladen ruhige Insel Griechenland
Abandoned villages in the north

Through the largest village in the north, to Panagia, we took a walk, hoping that the local Kafeneion by Antonia Gerontari is still open. Unfortunately not! There used to be 8 coffee houses in the village. It’s a pity, because in the centre of the village there is the Oldest church of Serifos, called Xylopanagia (11th century). The church is locked, the pretty Platia invites you to linger, but has long since fallen silent.

Serifos Panagia Kafeneion Gerontari
Village coffee shop
Serifos Panagia Kirche Xylopanagia Platia
Village church

So you have no choice but to make your way back to Chora or Livadi, at least scenically the road continues above the ancient terraced fields. If you love solitude, you can still drive down to the wild Sikamia Beach, where in the summer months the family-run tavern To Akrogiali tou Vitou opens its doors.

Sikamia Beach Serifos
Sikamia Beach

#6 Koutalas Bay

Many treeless hills and quite green valleys, plus a highly rugged coast with beautiful bays – this is the West of Serifos. The wind-protected anchorages are a paradise for sailors, but water rats also get their money’s worth on the many beaches. From Livadi or Livadakia you need about 30 minutes (15 km) to the village of Megalo Livadi in the far west.

Serifos Koutalas Bucht
Koutalas Bay and Ganema Beach

The drive is very picturesque, always along the coast with fantastic views of the Aegean Sea and the neighboring islands Kimolos and Milos in the distance. Above all, the Koutalas Bay is a real highlight, three large beaches offer enough space even in summer so that everyone can find a quiet place.

Vagia Beach Serifos
Vagia Beach

At the beaches of Vagia, Ganema and Koutalas, which nestle against the bay, open simple beach bars in summer, which cater for the physical well-being and sometimes also rent out deck chairs. Most bathers, however, look for a spot under the tamarisk trees or bring their own parasol. During our visit in May, the three beaches (all gravel) were deserted.

Serifos Koutalas Beach
Koutalas Beach

At Koutalas you will come across the first relics of mining. At the roadside there are rusty trucks and carts, not far from the Agia Theodora church you can still find the remains of an old loading ramp by the sea. Everywhere in the mountains you can see pits and holes that look like craters in the landscape.

Agia Theodora Kirche Serifos Koutalas
Ag. Theodora Church and Loading Crane

Aspros Kavos: Serifos’ mysterious cape

It is a well-kept secret: Directly by the sea lie the bizarre remains of centuries-old mines, known by the locals as the “White Cape”, called Aspros Kavos. Ore was probably mined here as early as the Middle Ages. Particularly striking are the many different rock layers that give the area a unique character.

Aspros Kavos Serifos Kykladen
Aspros Kavos from above

White, beige, violet, red and brown shimmer the bizarre rocks that drop several meters deep into the sea. On a plateau of light rock, you can explore the area. Several tunnels extend over them, which can be visited at your own risk.

Aspros Kavos Insel Serifos Geheimtipp Griechenland
Endless blue at the cape

Sturdy shoes and sporting skills are required to explore the former mine. A small path leads down to the sea, where there is a large grotto. When the waves are low, you can jump into the crystal clear water from here.

Insel Serifos Sehenswürdigkeiten Aspros Kavos
Serifos Aspros Kavos alte Minen

Aspros Kavos is located on the way to Megalo Livadi at the entrance to Koutalas Bay, but is not marked on almost any map and is not signposted. It’s best to ask the locals about the exact location, if they even know it themselves.

Aspros Kavos Serifos Kykladen Mine
Adventurous setting

#7 Megalo Livadi Mining Village

The further west you go, the more barren the landscape becomes, no tree grows here, only a few farmhouses and white churches add splashes of color to the wasteland. Behind Malliadiko Beach you go up a ridge, at the junction into the mountains you follow the signs to Megalo Livadi and reach the sea through a long valley.

Kykladen Urlaub auf Serifos Agia Triada Kirche
Endless views in the west

The valley was once home to 700 inhabitants, from the port of Megalo Livadi to the upper village Megalo Chorio. From 1861, iron ore was mined for 100 years and many people from other islands came to Serifos to work here. The island’s population doubled to over 4,000 people by 1910, half of whom were employed in mining.

Megalo Livadi Serifos Sehenswürdigkeiten
Megalo Livadi

The main sponsor was initially a Greek company, later the French companies Serifos-Spilialeza under the direction of the German Grohmann family. In 1916, the miners successfully rebelled against the miserable working conditions and fought bloodily for the 40-hour week and higher wages.

A monument commemorates the miners’ struggle against oppression in Megalo Livadi today. After the closure of the copper and iron ore mines in the 1950s/60s, many inhabitants left the village due to a lack of earning opportunities, and quite a few even turned their backs on Serifos. There are numerous tunnels throughout the area, which we advise against exploring due to the risk of collapse.

Megalo Livadi alte Mine Serifos
Former Iron Ore Tunnel

The large cave above Megalo Livadi is not worth visiting, it has collapsed. On the other side there is a loading crane and rusty wagons, which are well suited as photo motifs. The cave located further back with the Almiros Thermal Springs on the shore looked from a distance as if it had collapsed.

Serifos Megalo Livadi Bergbau
Way to the old loading crane

Today, the place seems deserted, but two taverns provide day-trippers with simple food at quite high prices. At the end of the beach, which unfortunately did not invite us to swim, there are the remains of the administration building of the mining company, which was diligently renovated when we visited. The plan is to set up a mining museum, similar to the one on Milos.

Megalo Livadi Tavernen Serifos
Tavernas on the beach

There is not much more to see in Megalo Livadi, above is the Nunnery Moni Evaggelistrias (20th century), which does not look very inviting from the outside. Children are happy about the new oversized playground behind the taverns, next to it is a lovingly designed colorful house, a real highlight for young and old.

Megalo Livadi Serifos Ausflug Tipps
Colorful house at the playground

Panoramic view from Aspros Pyrgos

On the way back through the atmospheric mountain landscape, you can take a detour to the White Tower of Serifos (Aspros Pyrgos). It is located on a hill above Megalo Livadi. As on others Greek Islands In ancient times, Serifos also had a sophisticated system of signal towers that warned of enemy attacks.

Weißen Turm von Serifos Aspros Pyrgos
Serifos Aspros Pyrgos weißer Turm

Originally built in the 4th century BC, the tower has been partially restored and gives a good idea of its original size. Bizarrely, all the blocks that didn’t fit into the puzzle lie in front of it like Tetris stones of giants. An information board provides information about the Aspros Pyrgos and its surroundings.

Serifos Sehenswürdigkeiten weißer Turm
White Tower in the Evening

From here you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Aegean Sea and part of the Western Cyclades. Especially at sunset, the atmosphere here is very nice. Another ancient tower is located near the nunnery above Megalo Livadi. The so called Throne of Cyclops is only accessible on foot and is also a great sunset spot.

Throne of Cyclops Serifos
Throne of Cyclops

#8 Lighthouse of Serifos

Only 5 km south of Livadi is one of the most beautiful and unspoiled spots of Serifos, which is worth a visit, especially at sunrise or sunset. Bright white, decorated with natural stone elements and crowned by a green dome, the Lighthouse of Serifos at the end of a very dilapidated gravel road.

Serifos Sehenswürdigkeiten Leuchtturm Spathi
Lighthouse at Cape Spathi

It was built in 1901 on a 65 m high rocky cliff on the Cape Spathi and has since served as an aid to ships entering the harbour. The small forecourt of the lighthouse is ideal for a picnic. On a clear day, you can gaze out over the sea in complete seclusion and admire the islands of Sifnos, Kimolos, Milos & Co. from afar.

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Serifos Leuchtturm Kap Spathi

In the eastern bay there is a fish farm, on the way to the lighthouse we saw dolphins. When we arrived at the bottom, the dolphins were gone, but the lighthouse had just been freshly whitewashed by master painter Leonidas and we philosophized with him about our favorite islands. Above the western bay is the island’s landfill, the only downer in this beautiful place.

Hike to Alevrakia Beach

Not far from the lighthouse is a small but fine dream bay with one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Surrounded by gray rocks, the Alevrakia Beach with its golden sand that meets the turquoise-blue sea, a real feast for the eyes. Since there is no road leading down to the beach, you have to hike it partly over hill and dale (about 20 minutes from Ramos).

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Alevrakia Beach

Unfortunately, we didn’t make it in time during our stay, but from the road above we kept looking longingly at Alevrakia beach. Maybe you can put your feet in the lonely sand and take a dip in the cool water for us?

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Where to stay on Serifos Island

In addition to aparthotels in Livadi and Livatakia, there are now holiday villas all over the island. In Chora you will also find traditional-style studios and even small luxurious retreats (including Coco-Mat) have settled on Serifos. However, the supply is limited and the price level is high. Especially in summer, many are booked up quickly, as Serifos is a popular destination for Greeks.

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Here we stayed on Serifos

Galazio Suites, Livadakia

One of our Serifos highlights was definitely our accommodation, where we felt comfortable from the first minute. The friendly host Stratos has his heart in the right place and has created a real gem for holidaymakers.

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Sea view from the balcony

The well-kept complex with pool consists of 12 Cycladic-style apartments with kitchenettes and balconies or terraces. Every morning a delicious breakfast is served and afterwards you jump into the sea, the beautiful beach of Livadakia is only a 3-minute walk away.

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Stylish rooms at Galazio Suites

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Relaxing by the pool

Restaurants in Serifos: Our recommendations

Although Serifos was not a culinary revelation for us, we ate well in one or the other tavern. A typical dish of Serifos are the “Marathokeftedes”, aromatic fennel balls, which are ideal for dipping in tzatziki.

Marathokeftedes Fenchel Bälle Griechische Küche Serifos
Marathokeftedes

Enclosed you will find restaurants and cafés that we have tested and found to be good on Serifos:

Sfina Greek Eatery, Livadi – We went here twice, everything was so delicious! Be sure to try the fennel balls. Friendly service and tables right on the beach.

Sfina Greek Eatery Serifos
Sfina Greek Eatery

Lepi Lepi, Livadi – Upscale fish restaurant directly on the waterfront. Attentive staff who also serve delicious vegetarian dishes.

Fragkosyko, Livadi – Cozy café bar above the supermarket. Delicious pinsa and pancakes, good coffee. In the evening, cocktails with a view of the illuminated harbor bay.

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Evening atmosphere in Serifos

Vassilia Beach Bar, Livadaki – Chilled beach bar on Livadaki beach with sun lounger rental. Nice place for a drink. High price level.

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Vassilia Beach Bar

Ta Kambia, Ramos – Family-run tavern in the hamlet of Ramos above Livadakia beach. One of the few unspoilt places on the island, the focus is on meat dishes, plus very good tzatziki and delicious house wine. Only opens in summer and only from 7 pm.

Stefanakos Tavern, Psili Ammos – Beach tavern with beautiful sea view. The food is good but nothing special. The atmosphere above the dream beach is worth a midday snack and a cool drink.

Stefanakos Tavern Serifos Psili Ammos
Stefanako’s Tavern

Nikoulias, Platis Gialos – Family tavern in the northeast of the island with a large terrace and sea view. Typical Greek cuisine at fair prices. We found the pastitsio and the imam (stuffed eggplant) particularly delicious. The friendly owner also rents out a cottage above the tavern.

To Akrogiali tou Vitou, Sikamia – Remote taverna in the very north of the island, homemade food, attractively served at slightly higher prices. Idyllic atmosphere and friendly owner family.

Car hire for Serifos

With a width of 10 km and a length of 13 km, Serifos is a small Cycladic island, which you can walk around once in a short time. A small car or a scooter is enough for an island tour on your own. Buses and taxis are in short supply on Serifos and are only recommended for short distances, e.g. from Livadi to Chora.

Serifos Berge Wandern Kykladen Chora Livadi
Panorama of Serifos

From Livadi, a road leads along the east coast to the north and then through the mountainous interior back to the south. The panoramic road of Serifos you should not miss it, because the hilly profile of the barren and vegetation-poor island is quite charming!

In Livadi there are some local car rental companies such as: Sunset Rentals Grigoriadis. In principle, it is advisable to rent a Car rental in Serifos check the Google ratings of the respective provider.

Getting around Serifos by bus and taxi

The public Bus routes on Serifos do not cover the entire island. The trips are mostly limited to the route Livadi – Chora. In summer, the surrounding hamlets and beaches are occasionally visited.

The bus stop is located in Livadi opposite the Condilis Supermarket near the marina and in Chora at the junction to the large parking lot. More information about the timetables on Serifos can be found here: Bus Timetables

The number of Taxis in Serifos is currently limited to a few vehicles. Especially in the high season, taxis are often fully booked and must be reserved in good time. The telephone numbers of the taxi drivers can be found here: Taxi Driver

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Getting to Serifos

Serifos has no airport, the island can only be reached by ferry from Athens. Cheap flights to Athens can be found at our partner Skyscanner*:

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With the fast catamaran to Serifos

From the port of Piraeus, large car ferries depart several times a day during the season and speedboats to Serifos. As early as May, several ferries docked daily in the port of Serifos. From here you can also reach the southern islands of Sifnos, Kimolos and Milos. Serifos is ideal for an island hopping along the Western Cyclades incorporate.

→ This article gives you all the necessary information for your journey by ferry to Serifos: Ferries in Greece

→ The following ferry companies serve Serifos from Piraeus (Athens):

  • SeaJets (approx. 2 hours)
  • Aegean Sea Lines (approx. 4 hours)
  • Zante Ferries (approx. 4 hours)

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Alternatively, you can also use Milos to Serifos arrive. The island is served by small propeller planes from Athens Airport. From Milos, the crossing by fast catamaran takes from Seajets only a little more than an hour.

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See you soon on Serifos

🔍 Our conclusion on Serifos: Serifos, where do you want to go? Somehow we couldn’t help but get the impression that they are trying by all means to guide tourists to the island. Already in May there were so many arriving ferries and so few people disembarking. But it is and remains a modest island. Compared to Milos and Sifnos with their many highlights, there was not much for us to discover on Serifos except the main town of Chora and a few beautiful beaches. We also did not feel like hiking due to the barren and yet very hilly landscape. Nevertheless, the island exudes Cycladic flair and is a paradise for those seeking peace and quiet, especially in the low season. In the high season, people come here for a few days to enjoy the special nightlife in Chora and the beautiful beaches. Just because of our great accommodation with the loving hosts on Serifos, we can imagine coming back.

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