Castelli of Pyrgos
Castelli of Pyrgos
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- Claire S9 contributionsPretty Greek villageWe visited on a Monday in June. We parked at one end of the village and walked back in and the up to the top. Plenty of tourist shops on the way up so easy to stop when you need to. We had a drink at Franco's cafe at the top. A nice place to visit and wasn't busy when we were there on a Monday mid morning.Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 17 June 2024
- laczkozsuDebrecen, Hungary2,365 contributionsFabulous CastleWe took a bus from Karterádhos to this charming village. We immediately started up to the castle, climbing the many stairs and ascents. But it was worth it, because the view from the top is amazing: you can see the whole island. We wandered through very atmospheric alleyways, it's a fabulous labyrinth.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 August 2024
- Ljubica BLondon, United Kingdom7,765 contributionsLovely viewsLovely charming little town with most beautiful views of the sea. Nice Greek architecture with some hidden cages, stores and restaurants, if you go by bus prepare to change there is not direct route and you can wait for 2 hours for the bus. But the place is worthy. Is just 25 mins by car from FiraVisited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 September 2024
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Mathias S
Grossostheim, Germany126 contributions
June 2024 • Couples
Beautifully laid out place in the center of Santorini. Considered the highest place, it offers a beautiful panoramic view, especially from the former castle. Plus the many small streets with crafts and quaint taverns or bars that invite you to linger. The place has enough even illuminated parking spaces in the center and then you go over steps and narrow paths to the top, the castle. We were there during the day but also after sunset and could from there overlook the whole island, up to the illuminated Oia. And, you're virtually alone, without cruise tourists. So absolutely worth seeing, even for romantic togetherness during sunset, you don't have to go where everyone admires this one.
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Written 23 June 2024
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Ljubica B
London, UK7,765 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
Lovely charming little town with most beautiful views of the sea. Nice Greek architecture with some hidden cages, stores and restaurants, if you go by bus prepare to change there is not direct route and you can wait for 2 hours for the bus. But the place is worthy. Is just 25 mins by car from Fira
Written 21 September 2024
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Sus1952
Palmerston North, New Zealand2,114 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
It is worth walking to the top of the castle for the view over the whole of Santorini. However, there is little of the castle left. We visited this place 50 years ago when it was still in ruins from the 1956 earthquake. When we visited this week it was interesting to see that a few areas of ruins remain but most has been tastefully rebuilt.
Written 26 May 2022
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Geoff H
Sissinghurst, UK17,481 contributions
June 2022
This is one village on Santorini which should not be missed. There is not that much of the castle still in existence but it is certainly worth walking up the narrow, winding streets, actually little more than passageways, to the top. At the top, there is the Agios War Memorial and wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Parking, however, can be a bit of a problem. There is a car park but this gets busy in the summer season.
Written 3 July 2022
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Serena C
Cheshire, UK897 contributions
Oct 2022
Again, here, you have to time your visit as it can be so crowded with three cruise ships in most days. Best to go late afternoon when they have left so it is much quieter. Brilliant views from the top. Quaint little alleyways and the odd bar for a break at the top.
Written 15 October 2022
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laczkozsu
Debrecen, Hungary2,365 contributions
July 2024 • Couples
We took a bus from Karterádhos to this charming village. We immediately started up to the castle, climbing the many stairs and ascents. But it was worth it, because the view from the top is amazing: you can see the whole island. We wandered through very atmospheric alleyways, it's a fabulous labyrinth.
Written 8 August 2024
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Holzfrog
Thames Ditton, UK1,970 contributions
June 2022 • Friends
We loved Pyrgos so much. It was our favourite bit of santorini. Well worth walking up to the castle and enjoying the wonderful views and twisty turny passageways. Particularly stunning at sunset. Would recommend rewarding yourself with a cocktail or lunch at Franco’s at the top.
Written 4 June 2022
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vjgoobee
Santa Clara, CA160 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
This town is definitely worth going to. It's not obvious to me where the castle ruin was, but the main visit was the beautiful labyrinth going up to the peak (castle?). There's no boring moment for walking uphill to the peak for the beautiful view. The walk uphill was not difficult at all. t's simply beautiful exploring in the alleyways with small shops selling local artists products.
Written 26 April 2023
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Claire S
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June 2024 • Couples
We visited on a Monday in June. We parked at one end of the village and walked back in and the up to the top. Plenty of tourist shops on the way up so easy to stop when you need to. We had a drink at Franco's cafe at the top. A nice place to visit and wasn't busy when we were there on a Monday mid morning.
Written 17 June 2024
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duhoz
Beroun, Czech Republic7,431 contributions
Sept 2020
Pyrgos is truly a magical and a charming village which should be visited while in Santorini. Traditional architecture, white houses, galleries, shops. We liked aimlessly wander the winding narrow streets. And as a bonus nearly without tourist. Compare to Fira or Oia it is heaven. Relaxing place. We just sit on the top of Kastleo, winding down and enjoyed the view and the atmosphere. To get here is about 20 minutes from Fira or Perissa beach.
Written 5 October 2020
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hi we are thinking of coming for the easter celebrations have you any vacancies we heard it can be busy ,,
Written 13 April 2019
Yes, Easter in Pyrgos is something special so I would recommend You contact the hotel of Your choice to check if they are open for the season and if they have any vacancies. (Season is mostly may-october). There are not that many hotels in Pyrgos itself , but the island is small so You may find accomodation somewhere in the neighbourhood.
Written 14 April 2019
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