At the heart of the island, about 2km south of Apollonia, this well-excavated hilltop acropolis dates from the Mycenaean period (13th century BC). Take in extensive views of interior valleys and neighbouring Paros from above the intact defensive wall. The adjacent St Andrew's Church dates from about 1700.
Acropolis of Agios Andreas
Sifnos
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
25.47 MILES
The Panagia Ekatontapyliani, which dates from AD 326, is one of the finest churches in the Cyclades. The building is three distinct churches: Agios…
18.92 MILES
Signposted off the main coastal road some 10km south of the port, this huge and atmospheric cave remains impressive despite much looting of stalactites…
25.07 MILES
From Plateia Pounta, a zigzag path leads up to the large Church of the Virgin, Panagia, which sits perched on the side of a hill above the town and acts…
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28.48 MILES
A flight of whitewashed steps leads to the fortified monastery of Moni Zoödohou Pigis, high above the Kastro. Originally built as a women’s monastery in…
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24.14 MILES
This lovely cove, lapped at by clear, cerulean waters, is a favourite with sunbathers who like to bare all. It's reached via a 20-minute scramble along a…
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20.68 MILES
The long pedestrianised main street of this enchanting village is lined with services and a whole lot of stylish boutiques, bars and restaurants. Follow…
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25.54 MILES
Fronted by four intricately carved stone sarcophagi, this museum harbours some important pieces, including a 5th-century BC Nike on the point of alighting…
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2.05 MILES
From the seaward end of town, a steep but sturdy path leads down the cliff to this tiny blue-domed church, set on its own little promontory surrounded by…
Nearby Sifnos attractions
1. Museum of Popular Art & Folklore
1.36 MILES
This quirky museum has an intriguing assortment of old costumes, pots, textiles and photographs. It's on the central square just opposite the post office;…
1.88 MILES
Perched on an islet connected to the shore by a tiny footbridge, this handsome whitewashed monastery is considered to be the protector of Sifnos. Built in…
3. Archaeological Museum of Sifnos
1.95 MILES
This small museum in the heart of Kastro houses archaeological remains from the ancient town. It's sometimes inexplicably closed.
4. Church of the Seven Martyrs
2.05 MILES
From the seaward end of town, a steep but sturdy path leads down the cliff to this tiny blue-domed church, set on its own little promontory surrounded by…
11.18 MILES
Kimolos' best beach, Prassa is a magnificent sweep of white sand, lapped at by teal waters. The road east of Hora is unpaved in parts but passable on…
13.82 MILES
Displays on maritime and rural traditions inside the crumbling medieval kastro.
13.83 MILES
Dating from 1592, this whitewashed church within the kastro (castle) ruins is the island's oldest. It's typically locked.
16.75 MILES
Just past Livadakia, Ramos is a small sandy beach backed with grapevines and a smattering of flash holiday apartments.