Hydra
The town, which is the center of the whole island, is built around its port. To the right and to the left from the entrance of the port, there are the parapets with the canons, which protected the city. It is probably the only place where cars, motorbikes and bicycles are prohibited, transfers are being made only by donkeys, water taxis, speed boats and your own feet. Hydra is an island of unique beauty due to its architecture, with its small alleys and its beautiful stone mansions with their yards and small gardens and its 360 churches. Along with the historical back round of the island Hydra has become an important tourist center of Greece, known for offering quiet life to its visitors during the day and exciting nightlife starting from the restaurants, to bars and discos either with Greek or foreign music. The rocky beaches along with the blue waters give a wild beauty to Hydra.

Mansions
Some of them are open to the public. The Tsamados mansion is the oldest Merchant Marine Training School in the world, still in operation today. The mansion of Pavlos Koundouriotis functions as a museum, with exhibits from the 1821 Greek War of Independence.

Churches
Worth seeing are the church and Monastery of Kimissis tis Theotokou. Also the monastery of Prophitis Ilias, built in the 19th century, which offers a marvelous view from the hill and can be reached on foot or by donkey. There is also the Zourva monastery and the Agia Triada where entrance to women is prohibited. Agios Ioannis is the oldest church, with impressive 18th century frescoes.

Beaches
Little Kamini:
A small beach with pebbles and water sports facilities, next to the graphic port of Kamini.

Vllixos: A beautiful beach with clear waters and a few taverns with local traditional Greek food.

Bisti:
Is the one of the south bays of the island next to the overgrown pinewood, with high rocks. It is ideal for long diving.

Saint Nicholas:
Quiet bay with clear water, on the south side of Hydra

Restaurants
Christina:
Located in town, a very popular restaurant that serves delicious meals.

Xeri Elia: A traditional tavern in Hydra town, with good Greek cuisine.

Zidoron: A tavern with a few tables in a small courtyard soft music and traditional Greek appetizers.