Article Kokkari tour
The most picturesque town in Samos
The resort of Kokkari is located only about 10 kilometers west of the capital Samos. For most visitors, it is the most picturesque resort on the island. An interesting bay topped by a rock, lined with taverns gives it a really nice atmosphere
Church of Agios Nikolaos in Kokkari
The ideal starting point for a tour of Kokkari is a short walk from the church of Agios Nikolaos, as it has the largest and best available car park in the city.
Picturesque streets in Kokkari
Then you can dive into the picturesque streets of the city.
Kokkari - west side
Everything important for the excursionist is located around the built-up bay. The western side of the bay is dominated by a hill with a few trees
Kokkari - East
East side of another rock. Behind it is another, smaller bay with a beach
Sitting right by the sea
Super romantic is sitting right by the sea. Here, however, it is ideal only after sunset and not during the day in the heat of the sun
Typical Greek cuisine on Samos
On the waterfront there are a number of taverns with a similar menu, which can be found on virtually every Greek island: – Skewer Souvlaki- Gyros- Fish- Seafood- Steaks- Spaghetti Carbonara- Pizza- Musaka
Fight for bread
Fish are used to people throwing away enough bread to them, so there are whole schools of them, which will please especially children
Walk to the rock
It is definitely worth walking to the very northwestern end of the city, from where you can continue to the pier with a great view of both Kokkari and the mountains behind it.
Beautiful views of Kokkari
There is a really breathtaking view from the pier
The main beach in Kokkari
The western end of the city is bordered by a long and beautiful beach. However, it is windy, so there are often big waves
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