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Why visit Alonissos?

Alonissos remains the quiet outlier of the Sporades, defined by the crystalline waters of the National Marine Park of Alonissos Northern Sporades. Start your journey in the labyrinthine alleys of Chora, the island's hilltop old capital, where traditional stone houses overlook the Aegean expanse. The local gastronomy relies heavily on the island’s bounty; order the traditional goat stew with wild greens or the signature Alonissos tuna preserved in olive oil, a product protected by a long-standing culinary heritage. Spend your afternoons lounging at the white-pebble crescent of Lefto Gialos or exploring the secluded shores of Agios Dimitrios, where the water’s gradient shifts from transparent turquoise to deep cobalt.

Beyond the beaches, the island offers rugged terrain ideal for hikers traversing the network of old kalderimia paths. Visit the traditional port of Patitiri to witness the arrival of fishing caiques, then head to the village of Votsi to see colorful boats nestled into a natural rocky inlet. For a deeper historical perspective, explore the ruins near Kokkinokastro, which suggest an ancient city submerged just offshore. This is an island for those who prefer the rhythmic sound of cicadas and the scent of wild thyme over orchestrated tourism, offering a rare, authentic slice of maritime Greece.

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When to go to Alonissos

The best months for Alonissos are May, June, July, August and September. Highs then sit around 25°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

Jan
12°
low 8°
12 wet days
Feb
12°
low 8°
9 wet days
Mar
12°
low 8°
10 wet days
Apr
16°
low 11°
8 wet days
May
20°
low 15°
7 wet days
Jun
25°
low 20°
4 wet days
Jul
29°
low 24°
1 wet day
Aug
29°
low 24°
3 wet days
Sep
24°
low 20°
7 wet days
Oct
20°
low 16°
7 wet days
Nov
17°
low 13°
8 wet days
Dec
14°
low 10°
9 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Alonnisos, Thessaly. Source: Open-Meteo.

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When is the best time to visit Alonissos?

The best months for Alonissos are May, June, July, August and September. Highs then sit around 25°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

What is the weather like in Alonissos?

July is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 29°C. January is the coolest, around 12°C by day and 8°C at night. January is the wettest, with about 12 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Alonissos known for?

Alonissos is best known for beaches, nature, food, islands and wellness. The things people come for: National Marine Park, Chora, Patitiri, Agios Dimitrios, Votsi.

Who is Alonissos best suited to?

Alonissos works particularly well for couples, solo travellers and families. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Alonissos?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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