This Southeastern European country with thousands of islands throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas is one of the most visited tourist destinations. Greece offers you natural beauty, historic interest, and authentic cultural experiences in unspoiled surroundings.
The dazzling colours, rich natural beauty, charm, serene atmosphere and great food of Greece’s famous islands are all attracting features for tourists all over the world.
Amongst the numerous number of islands with the happening crowd, scenic views, abundant opportunities for parties and more, there are many quiet Greek islands that give you a break in the routine and get an amazing escape.
So. if you have had enough of Santorini, Mykonos and more, check out our list of some of the most quiet and peaceful Greek islands.
Lemnos Island
This incredible island situated between Lesvos and Thassos, is hit amongst the locals and is considered to be one of the most charming. There are many things that you can do at this island including beaches, windsurfing and witnessing wild life opportunities.
Anafi Island
A neighbor to the world famous Santorini Island, Anafi is a little gem in the Greek islands. Untouched by the mass crowd, cliffs and raw sandy beaches create a wild natural scenery, ideal for those who love holidays in nature.
Ikaria Island
Popularly known as the Island of Long Life, Ikaria is like a world away from the mainland. Rocky mountains, dramatic gorges, hiking trails, mesmerizing beaches, and rural villages all add up to this gorgeous location.
Sikinos Island
Located between the islands of Ios and Folegandros, Sikinos is a small island quiet untouched by the humans. Perched on the slopes of a hill, it is dotted with whitewashed houses and blue-domed chapels, oozing charm in abundance.
Amorgos Island
Amorgos is a wonderful island with famous beaches and a landmark Monastery up to the mountain villages. Something for all, this island has everything from serene sunrises to the crazy nightlife, tall mountains to pristine beaches and more.
Donousa Island
This mysterious island of the Cycladic group is ideal for island hopping. Emerald and azure waters in the golden beaches with a trace of shadow, steep cliffs plunging into the sea, interesting hiking paths, old farmhouses and rural churches make it the best destination for picture-perfect holidays.
Folegandros Island
Folegandros is an undiscovered island on the southern edge of the Cyclades near Santorini. Beautifully terraced over generations, this hilly and rocky island is distinguished by its stone walls. The cycladic architecture here boasts tiny whitewashed houses, narrow alleys, and colorful windows making it postcard-perfect.
Lipsi Island
Lipsi stands out for its unspoiled natural landscape, crystal clear waters, beautiful secluded beaches, and laid-back atmosphere. Having beaches with mesmerizing crystal clear waters, raw natural landscape and laid-back atmosphere, it is ideal for swimming.
Chalki Island
This picturesque tiny island stands out for its traditional architecture, peaceful atmosphere and secluded beaches. An island that you’ll fall in love with, has many 19th-century mansions that bear testament to the island’s history as a thriving fishing and merchant capital. Its sleepy atmosphere makes exploring a delight.
Syros Island
Boasting the beautiful Cycladic landscape without the crowd, Syros is a top choice for those who want to chill out and relax in the Greek islands. Venetian mansions, spectacular sunset views, narrow alleys, neoclassical buildings, and impressive catholic and orthodox churches ooze a fairytale charm in Syros.
These tiny picture-perfect islands are all magical and one no less than the other. Giving you incredible views of the blue Aegean, all these islands are a must-visit when in Greece!!