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Sunset

Golden Hour in Poros

Time your evening to catch the sun dipping below the horizon, using the last warm light for a snack and a final view.

Best time: sunsetAbout 60 min

Timeline

  1. 18:31

    Joy

    Grab a drink at Joy. This bar offers a beautiful view of the port, perfect for settling in before the main event. The atmosphere is relaxed with good music, making it an ideal spot to start your evening.

  2. 19:16

    Garden Restaurant

    Walk to Garden Restaurant for a snack. Surrounded by bougainvilleas and jasmines, you can enjoy appetizers or light bites in a cool, fragrant environment. It is close enough to keep the momentum toward the water.

  3. 20:01

    Russian Bay Beach

    Head to Russian Bay Beach for the sunset. This picturesque bay, classified as a historical monument, offers a clear view of the sun setting toward the WSW. The opposite side features Daskalio island, adding depth to the scene.

  4. 20:46

    Platanos Tavern

    End the night at Platanos Tavern. After the sunset, retreat to the shade of a 200-year-old platanus for food, beer, or cold wine. It is a historic spot that provides a calm conclusion to the evening.

Local tip

The walk from Garden Restaurant to Russian Bay Beach is short, but ensure you allow enough time to reach the beach edge for the best view. Platanos Tavern is open late, making it a safe bet for the final stop.

Check before you go

  • Joy and Garden Restaurant are located near the town center and the Archaeological Museum area.
  • Platanos Tavern is also near the center, ensuring a short walk after the beach.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Poros (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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