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Symi Travel Guide: 226 reviews and 366 photos

Symi Town is set on the hills on the northern coast of Symi Island. It's said to be the most beautiful island of all Dodecanese Islands. I'm not sure about the whole island but the town is unbelievabe, really breathtaking. The narrow streets and colourful houses are magical. You just want to take a picture of every street, every corner, every door and window you see there.

Symi Town

There are 2 parts of the town: the lower part with the port called Yialos and the upper - old town - part called Chorio.
The whole place is really calm and relaxing, a bit laid back comparing to bigger cities in Rhodes Island. It's one of these enchanting little towns you would always want to come back to. And walking up the streets in Symi will always heal your soul, in case you're not feeling well... not sure about healing your muscles ;-)

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In a nutshell:Worth every step up the hill

Last visit to Symi: Aug 2004
Intro Updated Oct 20, 2004
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Reviews (23)

Ship Transportation (2)

There is no airport on Symi Island. Most people coming here are the daytripers from Rhodes. There are few ships coming... more travel advice

My friends looking for some shadow - Symi

To beat the heat What to Pack (2)

Symi gets really hot in summer months. You should definitelly put some sun block on, wear a hat and drink a lot of... more travel advice

In the shadow Restaurants (2)

There are few cafes and restaurants along Kali Strata, some are set together right next to village square. They give you... more travel advice

Stairs Off The Beaten Path (7)

Most steps are white but sometimes they are painted in bright blue. more travel advice

Things to Do (10)
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Ruai Mar 17, 2009 at 1:46 AM

Nice pages. Hope I have time to get over from Rhodes!
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VikingHarald Aug 2, 2008 at 3:15 PM

Symi island is the place I´ll plan to go.Your pics are colourful and you see all details. Excellent. Rgds
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Andreas_Fran Jun 30, 2006 at 11:47 PM

It seems that u enjoyed your staying in my country, Thx for the good tips & advicies
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nickandchris Dec 2, 2005 at 9:33 AM

This brought a little sunshine into our English winter. We were here in the early 1980's.
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mtncorg Jun 30, 2005 at 9:45 AM

A glorious island hideaway to truly get that Greek Island experience on!
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matcrazy1 Mar 6, 2005 at 4:24 AM

Cudewne zdjecia i piekne miejsce... haha, moze troche za gorace dla mnie... Pozdrowionka z Tychow od matcrazies :-)
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MITNIC Dec 20, 2004 at 11:49 PM

wonderful photos! interesting tips!
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richiecdisc Nov 27, 2004 at 11:26 AM

Still looking good in shorts after all these years. ;>
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tak_pap Nov 9, 2004 at 10:36 AM

one of my favorite islands ! great page and tips (Thalos reastaurant is great)
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sandysmith Nov 1, 2004 at 3:19 PM

Fab pics..really looking forward to being here next May. Hope you have more restaurant tips.