Location: Symi
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Symi, also transliterated as Syme or Simi (Greek: Σύμη), is a Greek island and municipality. It is mountainous and includes the harbor town of Symi and its adjacent upper town Ano Symi, as well as several smaller localities, beaches, and areas of significance in history and mythology. Symi is part of the Rhodes regional unit.
Restaurants in Symi
1. Kali Strata
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By griffithcelf - Manchester, United Kingdom
Thirteen minutes from bottom to the top in a heat-wave with frequent stops for photos of the superb views and fascinating doors to the many fine buildings. Nearly at the top, the Olive Tree Cafe claims to be at step 372 and we thought it was closer to 400 to Lefteris' bar. Either of these fine establishments will provide you with much needed liquid refreshment. Be careful on the way down, even if you are sober. Some of the marble step edges are highly polished and others are chipped. See if you can spot where generations of the locals have engraved pictures of sailing ships into the step edges.
If the full climb is too daunting, you can take the little yellow bus up to the windmills and then walk along the lanes to find the Kali Strata. You should come out at George and Marina's taverna, which is well worth visiting.
2. Marathounda Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By gmbklm - london
The nearer Beaches to town didn't look very appealing, but pebbled Namo and Marathounda were nice, and much quieter. Marathounda had a particularly good taverna, for fish, shrimps, octopus, goat, salads etc.
3. St Nicholas Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By Skipper6060 - Southminster, United Kingdom
Fantastic beach for snorkeling .get there early as very popular beach with water taxis from both symi and pedi turning up every hour.the taverna is good and reasonable prices for a captive audience.you can walk it from pedi to st bucks takes about half hour though the steps down to the beach are steep
4. Nanou Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By George T - Agii Apostoli, Chania, Crete
The colours of this beach and all the landscape were very beautiful! The boat to go there were not so expensive as boat trips in other places in the world. The beach was not so clean so we didn't swim much time.
5. Panormitis Monastery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 713 reviews
Reviewed By Yavuz M - Mugla, Turkey
Abt 45 min. drive to the south of the main town by a winding asphalt road climbing up on a hill. The Venetian style monastery is built in 18th century. It is believed that the Archangel Michael was the protector of sailors. The impressive silver icon of Archangel must be seen in the monastery. There are a row of cells in the monastery area where the monks live. November 8th is the celebtating date of Saint and many tourists and pilgrims visit the monastery. There is also a nice, quiet beach nearby the monastery. Note that taking photos is forbidden inside the monastery
6. Toli Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By Martin309 - Gurnard, United Kingdom
A lovely place to spend a relaxing day swimming, sunbathing, drinking and eating. Beautiful views across the bay and excellent food
7. Pedi Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By the_wagsta - Ripon, United Kingdom
Whilst Pedi Beach is becoming more popular with tourists it still manages to retain a quintessential Greek fishing village feel. It can become quite busy during the height of the season on the main beach just passed the Pedi Beach hotel (turn right as you approach the bay from the road). Sunbeds on the beach cost 4 euros complete with parasol and table. However if you by a drink at the hotel you get a complimentary sunbed. If you turn left when you approach you will find a much smaller beach which is less popular with less sunbeds. The taverna is nice but can be expensive. The beach is accessible on foot, car, obligatory moped or by bus from Galios at 1.5 euros. I would advise wearing beach shoes as it is a bit rocky in places.
8. Symi Taxi Boat
Overall Ratings
5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By vanessa-sydney - sydney
We used this service everyday. Great operators with excellent boat and always on time. The competitor boat is always crowded like sardines as these people book thru local hotels etc. Strike a blow for competition and support excellent service and take this boat.
9. Loukas and Irinis Taxi Boats
Overall Ratings
5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By ΣΤΑΥΡΟΥΛΑ Φ
This service ensures access to the Beaches of the island which are in general difficult to access by other means of transport. The people are very nice, kind and helpful with respect and care towards the passengers. Tickets are rather overpriced but the result is compensating.
10. Symi War Memorial
Overall Ratings
4 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By Matan S
This is actually a couple of different monuments combined. They are all connected to the German occupation of the island during WWII. The text is in Greek but every local will be happy to explain it to you. It is very nicely decorated and it is right in the center of the port so exploring it is not an issue at all. While you are there stop for a moment and pay your respects. It is worth it and adds a touch of history to the port.
