A morning coffee, a glance at the map and you start to explore the island of Kythira. You will find villages everywhere, in every mountainside, in each gully. The road is long and complex. You might be confused. In Kythira everything is "hidden" with meticulous care. Like Afrodite’s Love. If you struggle to find a place, do not hesitate to ask a local. He will gladly give you the information you need. Explore the villages of the island, visit the monuments and the beautiful beaches for a refreshing swim, and then explore the attractions of the island. We are sure that your vacation in our island will be unforgettable!

The staff of VENARDOS HOTEL, in collaboration with Kythira residents, with experience in specific types of tourism that are developed in Kythira, are available to organize walks in beautiful trails, in the green valleys of Kythira. Also it is possible to cross or climb to the canyons of Kythira. Cruises to Elafonisos or to deserted beaches, fishing and diving. Explore the caves of Kythira, such as Agia Sofia, Milopotamos, Agia Pelagia, etc.

The "hidden" Kythira

The hidden magic of the island is concentrated in inaccessible, from the passing visitors, beaches, those one should devote time and effort to enjoy. If you are of them, try to visit the Koufos yialos, the Kalami, the Diporo the Steno Avlaki.

Near the Sea...

1. "Vroulea" Beach at Kalamos
2. "Agios Nicholas" Beach at Fanari
3. "Kalami" Beach at Mylopotamos
4. "Piazza" Beach at Paleopoli
5. "Diporos" Beach in the northwestern part of the island

Inland...

1. "Amir Alis" in Karavas
2. "Panagia Myrtidiotissa" Monastery
3. "Paleochora" Castle
4. Walk at the traditional settlements of Aroniadika & Pitsinades

Beaches...

The "parade" of the beaches, starting from the north of the island, begins with Agios Nicholas next to the imposing lighthouse of Moudari, and continues with the beaches of Ammos Square and Fourni. Near Agia Pelagia, two beautiful beaches of Lorenzo and Langada and the small lake next to the sea that creates the edge of the spectacular gorge of Paleochora. Just easter we find Diakofti with white sand and at west, the Limionas and Lykodimos with their unique sunsets. At the east of the island, we find a number of beautiful beaches like Paleopoli and Piazza, while going south we find the exotic Kaladi, the Komponada and the Firi Ammos, this beach has been awarded by the European Union. The Chalkos is one of the most picturesque beaches of the island. Finally, in the southern part there is the Kapsali, the Sparagario and the Melidoni with the beautiful view to the isle 'Chitra'.

Museums and Exhibitions...

1. Archaeological Museum in Chora of Kythira
2. Museum-collection of "Byzantine Antiquities" in the old post-Byzantine church of the Ascension in Kato Livadi
3. Folk Art Museum in Chora at the old City Hall

Island’s Castles...

Milopotamos: Built by the Venetians in a steep cliff in the west, controlled the traffic on the Ionian Sea. In the imposing gate of the fortress stands the Lion of San Marco of Venice with the Latin inscription «Pax tibi Marco evangelista meus (peace to you, Mark my Evangelist) 1565».
Chora: Built in one of the most strategic points of the southern Aegean, controlled the Cretan, Ionian and Aegean Sea. It was named "The eye of Crete and the Greek Seas.
Paleochora: In the northeast of the island, well hidden from the harsh rocky environment, stands the ruined Byzantine capital on the island, Agios Dimitrios.
Avlemonas: The Venetian fortress plot on the east coast of the island, was built in the 16th century in Avlemonas, which at the time was one of the major ports of the area. The natives established the name "Casteol". Charming architectural preserves its main sites and some cannons.

For sunsets...

1. Panagia Myrtidiotissa Monastery at Stavros
2. Agia Elessa Monastery at Stavros
3. Kato Chora’s Castle of Mylopotamos

For the afternoon walk...

1. Venetian Castle of Chora
2. Mylopotamos Cave
3.Mouradi - Karavas Lighthouse
4. Mylopotamos Watermills
5. Avlaimonas - Paleopolis
6. Karavas Gorge