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Evening

Poros: Sunset at the Sanctuary

Watch the sun dip below the horizon from the ancient cliffs, then head down to town for dinner and a nightcap.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 130 min

Timeline

  1. 16:51

    Sanctuary of Poseidon

    Arrive at the Sanctuary of Poseidon in the northern part of the island. Find a spot among the ancient ruins facing west. The open view allows you to watch the sky change color as the sun sets over the water.

  2. 17:31

    Sanctuary of Poseidon

    Stay for the final moments of daylight. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm glow on the historic remains before fading into twilight.

  3. 18:01

    Garden Restaurant

    Head to Garden Restaurant near the Archaeological Museum. The cool environment full of bougainvilleas and jasmines provides a pleasant setting for dinner after the sun has gone down. Enjoy appetizers or grilled dishes in the evening air.

  4. 18:46

    Joy

    Walk to Joy for a drink. This bar offers a view of the port of Poros and good music, perfect for winding down after dinner as the night settles in.

Local tip

The sanctuary is located in the northern part of the island. Plan your return to town carefully as it gets dark. Joy is the place for a post-dinner drink with a view of the port.

Check before you go

  • Garden Restaurant and Joy do not publish specific opening hours in the local records. Check their current status upon arrival in Poros.
  • The Archaeological Museum is closed in the evening. Use it only as a reference point for finding the nearby restaurants and bars.

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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