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Symi
Symi Information
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Opening hours
Greece
Mon & Thurs 9am - 8pm
Tues, Weds & Fri 9am - 5.30pm
Sat 9am - 4.30pm
Sun 11am - 3pm
Cyprus
Mon-Fri 9am - 5.30pm
Sat 9am - 4.30pm
Symi holidays
For centuries Symi was a major commercial centre, which is why such a small island has such an impressive port. Grand neoclassical houses and mansions, many once owned by wealthy sea captains of yore, line the horseshoe-shaped bay on three sides and climb the steep hill behind.
Symi Town has two parts – Chorio above and Yialos below. Each has its own atmosphere, shops and tavernas, and the two are linked by a wide street (and nearly 400 steps) known as Kali Strata. If you were unfit when you arrived you will not be when you depart!
Given that Symi is only 24 miles from Rhodes, the waterfront can be busy with day-trippers, but only for a few hours during the hottest time and easily avoided. Beaches tend to the pretty pebble variety and best reached by one of the regular water-taxis that shuttle to and fro through the day (there is a bus alternative to Pedi in the next bay). Boats also run to nearby islands and you can visit Turkey only 4 miles distant.
Holidays In Symi
Both Chorio and Yialos come into their own in the evening when the lights of the town and the waterfront restaurants reflect from the bay to create a very special mood. Chorio also has good tavernas, and can have a lively traditional village atmosphere.
Symi is quite mountainous and not as barren as may first appear. Some good walking opportunities exist, to small bays or inland, which contains many chapels as well as a monastery or two.
But most visitors come simply to relax; to enjoy Symi’s very clear seas, warmth of welcome, and one of the most atmospheric small harbour towns in the Aegean.
Getting There
Wednesday flights from Gatwick, Manchester and a range of regional airports via Rhodes. Taxi transfer to Rhodes port (40 mins). Ferry to the island (1 hour), tickets included – there may be some waiting time at the port. Luggage transfer and short walk to your accommodation. On your return the reverse applies.
Representative
We do not have our own local representative on Symi. Our hoteliers are happy to provide local information and our main agent in Rhodes can always be contacted if required.
With any other island served by flights to Rhodes e.g. Tilos, Halki, Karpathos. Tilos had a direct sea connection in 2011 which avoided travelling via Rhodes - however this is not guaranteed for 2012. Should mid-centre transfers be via Rhodes these can take most of the day but will allow time to explore Rhodes Old Town (luggage storage provided).
