The Magical Island of Syros

The classy capital of the Cyclades

The Duchess of the Aegean

The capital of the Cyclades, Syros is an island of many faces. Even its main town, built on two hills, has a dual identity. Ermoupoli (Hermes’ town) is stately and grand, topped by an Orthodox church. And above it, Ano (Upper) Syros is a typically Cycladic village that is crowned with Catholic monasteries and churches.

The contrasts blend attractively, from the marble-paved squares in the port to the fairy tale mansions of Dellagratsia. Syros is an island on which you could live all year round, so much is there to do. You’ll find it easy to fit into the daily life, where the traditional and the classic are as sweet as the island’s famous loukoumi (Turkish delight).

From PDO-protected cheeses and cold cuts flavoured with wild fennel to strongly spiced savoury dishes and icing sugar-dusted loukoumia, the food and local products of Syros are as much a part of the island’s heritage as the architecture of cosmopolitan Ermoupoli and the Catholic Cathedral of San Georgio.

Explore Ermoupoli, the queen of the Cyclades

You’ll never tire of this bustling yet regal port town. In the capital of Syros, marble flagstones pave its spacious main square, presided over by the grandiose Town Hall, one of the 19th-century masterpieces of Ernst Ziller, the famous Saxon architect who became a Greek national.

Graceful, high-ceilinged neoclassical buildings emit an aura of earlier prosperity, among them the restored Apollo Theatre (a miniature of Milan’s La Scala), the Hellas Club, the Pallas cinema and many more perfect examples of the urban architecture of yesteryear. Their interiors are just as impressive, with wonderful woodwork and delightful murals.

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Plenty of things to Discover

Explore Syros, a hidden gem in the Aegean Sea, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes converge. From the enchanting medieval town of Ermoupoli to pristine beaches and vibrant local markets, Syros offers a diverse tapestry of experiences waiting to be uncovered