Agios Nikolaos (St. Nicholas) is
the most popular beach on Symi by virtue of
its sand/shingle beach, natural shade, safe swimming and excellent taverna. Popular
with families with younger children, as the beach slopes gently into the sea,
particularly on the far side.
The fare
on a taxi boat from Symi harbour is 2,000 GDR return per person and the journey
will take about 20 minutes. A sunbed will cost you 1,000 GRD per day. There are
also umbrellas for hire, but most people opt for the natural shade provided by the trees.
You can buy cold soft drinks, beer and water from the taverna, and there are two
modern, clean toilets. The last taxi back leaves at 6.30 p.m.
There is a family of
visiting goats, who will eat (almost) anything, so keep your bag shut!
You can
also walk from Pedi Bay; following a path marked by red paint circles over the rocks will
take you around 20 minutes.
There are also regular weekend
beach parties with barbecues and music held here in the summer, with taxi boats
running all night.
Visitor Rating
Thanks to Dave Toyne for the aerial photo.
The beach viewed from the taverna
The far side of the beach
Symi seen from the air
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