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Hydra

Hydra

4.2
4.4/5
36 reviews
Hydra is an island in the Aegean Sea'sSaronic Islands, located near the eastern end of the Argolis Peninsula of the Peloponnese. The coastline features many coves that extend deep into the island, making it a great place for swimming.Greece · Hydra
Acropolis of Athens
2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do

Acropolis of Athens

9.4
4.6/5
1.4k reviews
• Explore one of the world's most important architectural heritage sites • Uncover the history as you walk amongst amazing ruins • See the imposing columns of the Parthenon – the most imitated building in the world △The Acropolis is located southwest of the center of Athens, perched on the top of the Acropolis hill more than 150 meters high. It is a landmark of the city and a symbol of ancient Greece. The Acropolis was built in 580 BC. Acropolis means "high city-state" in Greek. The east, south and north sides of the hill are cliffs, which can be said to be a natural barrier. △[Temple of Erechtheion] Legend has it that it was the place where Athena and Poseidon, the god of the sea, battled wits over being the protector of Athens. This temple is famous for its six caryatids on the south side. △On the top of the Acropolis, there are ruins and cliffs, and you can feel every trace of history.Athens · 74.9km from Hydra
Spilia Beach Bar - Hydra

Spilia Beach Bar - Hydra

2.9
Hydra · 2.7km from downtown
Paralia Vlichos

Paralia Vlichos

2.6
Hydra · 2.8km from downtown
Mansion of Lazaros Kountouriotis

Mansion of Lazaros Kountouriotis

2.6
Hydra · 2.3km from downtown
Acropolis Museum
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Greece

Acropolis Museum

8
4.5/5
396 reviews
The overall scale and form of the Acropolis Museum are largely determined by its own exhibits, particularly its rich collection of architectural sculptures, including large pediments from archaic temples, votive statues, and the diverse sculptural decorations of the Parthenon. To display these sculptures, the museum designed a rectangular gallery of at least 3,200 square meters, whose shape and proportions echo those of the ancient temple itself. On the other hand, the museum's foundation had to be carefully modified to accommodate the ancient architectural remains unearthed through systematic excavations of the building site. Close collaboration between architects and archaeologists ultimately led to a suitable solution, determining the final positions of the museum's foundation pillars without damaging the surrounding artifacts. The ongoing archaeological excavations were conceived as a large-scale exhibition and integrated into the museum. Additionally, a plan was developed to display the most significant unearthed artifacts within the archaeological site. The museum's architectural design boldly employs highly transparent glass curtain walls, aiming to establish direct visual connections between the exhibits, the rock itself, and the Acropolis ruins where the museum's artifacts originated. At the same time, it allows visitors to enjoy panoramic views of Attica's historic hills and mountains, as well as the contemporary urban environment. Similarly, the glass floors inside the museum integrate the archaeological excavation areas below into the exhibition halls. In this way, the museum avoids being disconnected from its surroundings and instead becomes an extension of the environment, reinforcing its intrinsic connection with the ancient Athens view. The museum exhibition areas are divided by terrain and theme. The first floor features large exhibition halls with ramps equipped with glass floors, replicating the slope of the Acropolis hill and displaying archaeological artifacts unearthed here. Ascending to the second floor, visitors are greeted by high ceilings and skylights, where artifacts related to the Athens Acropolis are showcased. The western exhibition area displays sculptures from the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, as well as architectural components of the Propylaea. The second-floor hall is dedicated to the sculptures of the Parthenon. Returning to the north wing of the second floor, visitors find the final exhibition space, featuring artworks from the 5th century BC to the end of the classical period.Athens · 74.6km from Hydra
Bisti Beach

Bisti Beach

2.5
Hydra · 8.7km from downtown
Avlaki Beach

Avlaki Beach

2.5
Hydra · 2.6km from downtown
Harriets Hydra Horses

Harriets Hydra Horses

2.5
Hydra · 2.1km from downtown
Paralia Kaminia

Paralia Kaminia

2.4
Hydra · 2.5km from downtown

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Parthenon
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Greece

Parthenon

7.5
4.6/5
480 reviews
Athens · 74.9km from Hydra
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1-Day Tour from Athens, Greece to Aegina + Poros + Hydra - Three Islands in One Day

1-Day Tour from Athens, Greece to Aegina + Poros + Hydra - Three Islands in One Day

4.7/5
24 reviews163 booked
Departs from Palaio Faliro
Free cancellationDuration: 11.7 hrsEnglish
From£102.92
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9 days · Mediterranean · Monte Carlo - Sorrento - Taormina - Siracusa - Chania - Hydra - Piraeus (Athens)

9 days · Mediterranean · Monte Carlo - Sorrento - Taormina - Siracusa - Chania - Hydra - Piraeus (Athens)

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Ritz-Carlton Cruises
Evrima
5
Depart from Monte Carlo
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8 days · Aegean Sea · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Türkiye - Piraeus (Athens)

8 days · Aegean Sea · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Türkiye - Piraeus (Athens)

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Ritz-Carlton Cruises
ILMA
5
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Featured Culture & history in Hydra

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Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches
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Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches

3.6/5
· 523 reviews· 71 booked
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1-day bus tour to the archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus and Nafplio (admission ticket optional)
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1-day bus tour to the archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus and Nafplio (admission ticket optional)

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Athens Acropolis Official E-Scooter Guided Tour Fat E-Bike
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Athens Acropolis Official E-Scooter Guided Tour Fat E-Bike

4.9/5
· 395 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
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Greece Athens Peloponnese 1-day tour (Corinth Canal + Archaeological site of Mycenae + Nafplion)
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Greece Athens Peloponnese 1-day tour (Corinth Canal + Archaeological site of Mycenae + Nafplion)

33 booked
Duration: 10.5 hrs
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Athens Highlights Day Tour (Parthenon/Acropolis Museum/Cape Sounion/Lunch Included)
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Athens Highlights Day Tour (Parthenon/Acropolis Museum/Cape Sounion/Lunch Included)

Duration: 5.5 hrs
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Athens Combo: Acropolis & Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off, Audio Guides & eSIM
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Athens Combo: Acropolis & Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off, Audio Guides & eSIM

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1-day tour to the Archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus and Nafplio from Athens, Greece with optional admission ticket
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1-day tour to the Archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus and Nafplio from Athens, Greece with optional admission ticket

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Half-day tour to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon from Athens, Greece
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Half-day tour to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon from Athens, Greece

Duration: 3.5 hrs
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Featured Food & drink in Hydra

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Athens Orizontes Lycabettuss popular restaurant reservation service
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Athens Orizontes Lycabettuss popular restaurant reservation service

5.0/5
· 1 review· 22 booked
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Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis View
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Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis View

4.9/5
· 270 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
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Hard Rock Cafe Athens
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Hard Rock Cafe Athens

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Athens Attic Urban Rooftop viral restaurant reservation service
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Athens Attic Urban Rooftop viral restaurant reservation service

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Restaurant reservation service for the popular ERGON House in Athens, Greece
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Restaurant reservation service for the popular ERGON House in Athens, Greece

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Dionysus Restaurant in Athens, Greece - restaurant reservation service for the viral dining spot
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Dionysus Restaurant in Athens, Greece - restaurant reservation service for the viral dining spot

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Athens Electra Metropolis Athens viral restaurant reservation service
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Athens Electra Metropolis Athens viral restaurant reservation service

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Orizontes Lycabettus restaurant reservation service in Athens, Greece
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Orizontes Lycabettus restaurant reservation service in Athens, Greece

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Featured Outdoor & sports in Hydra

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Hydra Island: Full Day Trip from Athens with Swimming
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Hydra Island: Full Day Trip from Athens with Swimming

4.6/5
· 120 reviews
Duration: 10 hrs
Free cancellation
90% of travelers recommend
5% off
Limited-time sale
From£39.55£41.64
Hydra-Poros-Aegina Islands One Day Cruise With Live Music Dancing & Buffet Lunch
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Hydra-Poros-Aegina Islands One Day Cruise With Live Music Dancing & Buffet Lunch

4.0/5
· 47 reviews
Duration: 12 hrs
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Athens Morning Walking Tour: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum (English Guided)
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Athens Morning Walking Tour: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum (English Guided)

Duration: 7 hrs
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From£46.81
Half-Day Shared Fishing Experience in Hydra
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Half-Day Shared Fishing Experience in Hydra

4.9/5
· 32 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
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Athens round-trip Agistri Moni Aegina Islands cruise 1-day tour
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Athens round-trip Agistri Moni Aegina Islands cruise 1-day tour

Duration: 1.8 hrs
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Round-trip from Athens: Acropolis - Cape Sounion 1-day tour [join-in tour] admission ticket not included
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Round-trip from Athens: Acropolis - Cape Sounion 1-day tour [join-in tour] admission ticket not included

Duration: 2 hrs
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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens
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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

4.7/5
· 1.6k reviews
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Free things to do in Hydra

Oia

Oia

7.5
4.7/5
646 reviews
Greece · Santorini
Santorini

Santorini

7
4.7/5
612 reviews
Greece · Santorini
Corinth Canal

Corinth Canal

6.3
4.9/5
57 reviews
Loutraki-Perachora · 79.8km from Hydra
Navagio Beach Viewpoint

Navagio Beach Viewpoint

6.2
5.0/5
2 reviews
Greece · Elation
Nafplion

Nafplion

5.5
5.0/5
39 reviews
Nafplio · 64.8km from Hydra
Three Bells of Fira

Three Bells of Fira

6.1
4.6/5
303 reviews
Greece · Fira

What travellers say about Hydra

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sculptor12 July 2020
4.0
Hydra Town is the only town on the island. Hydra Harbor consists of a crescent-shaped harbor surrounded by a string of restaurants, shops, markets and galleries. Steep stone streets extend up and out from the harbor area.

Hydra

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Hannah Compion6 October 2026
5.0
Beautiful and magnificent. Wear comfortable shoes and take a hat. I wasn’t well prepared for the amount of walking.

Acropolis of Athens

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D44***6717 October 2026
4.0
Amazing museum full of treasures. I highly recommend. There is also the excavation at the bottom. Amazing.

Acropolis Museum

Trip Moments in Hydra

GREECE • SARONIC ISLANDS

GREECE • SARONIC ISLANDS

“Hydra Island.”@บอมหมั่นเปา · hydraisland · 16 days ago
Memorable Multinational Tour Experience

Memorable Multinational Tour Experience

“From the moment we arrived in Turkey, we were warmly welcomed by a tour guide who picked us up from the airport and took us to our hotel in Istanbul.”@_TI***nx · 29 days ago

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What are the must-do things in Hydra?

Don't miss these attractions in Hydra: Hydra, Acropolis of Athens, and Spilia Beach Bar - Hydra. If you like Culture & history, try Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Athens Orizontes Lycabettuss popular restaurant reservation service.

You can give Athens Orizontes Lycabettuss popular restaurant reservation service and Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis View a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

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