What to see in Hydra?

Hydra does not have archaeological areas or important monuments, nor does it boast particular myths. It is a quiet island where the presence of many artists, writers, and actors, however, makes the environment somewhat worldly. On weekends, being close to the coast, it is besieged by mainland Greeks. Below are the main things to see.

Hydra
The capital is a picturesque and elegant seaside resort, frequented by artists. It extends in an amphitheater with white houses around the small and suggestive port and is dominated by two forts. Along the streets, there are no motor vehicles, so it is very quiet. The alleys are almost always made up of steep stairs. It was once inhabited by naval captains who supplied the English troops during the Napoleonic period by bypassing the naval blockade declared by Napoleon against England. With those trades, they made a fortune and built very beautiful houses on the island, still visitable in summer, designed to withstand a siege and therefore structured like a small autonomous world.

Museum
Dedicated to the history of the war against the Turks.

Metropolitan Church
Beautiful 17th-century church with colored marbles and precious icons.

Monastery of the Assumption
Located at the port, it contains many treasures accumulated with ex-votos and donations from the faithful.

Episkopi
The ruins from the Byzantine period are visible in a rare green area of pines.

Monastery of Profitis Ilias
Reached by a strenuous uphill walk but offers the best view of the island.

Walk to Kalo Pigadi
Nice area with old 1700s houses and tiny chapels.

Street of Love
A romantic walk on the rocky coast north of the island.

Miaoulis Festival
Every year, around June 20, a caïque arrives in the port simulating a flagship and approaches surrounded by rowing boats guided by local military. The festival pays homage to the heroes of independence by recreating a mock naval battle and ending with fireworks.