Syros: A Walk to Remember

This is a private walking tour for travelers who want to travel back in time, follow the narrow streets through the picturesque neighborhoods, discover images and experiences of a bygone era and encounter monuments along with neoclassical buildings from the imperious history. Stroll around the island’s landmarks: Apollon Theatre, Town Hall, Vaporia, Neoclassical buildings and the archaeological museum.

You will walk among the narrow streets, small groceries, shops, traditional stores of Hermoupolis with our experienced guide, to smell Syros aromas, meet locals, see their everyday life, discover images and experiences of a bygone era and encounter monuments along with neoclassical buildings from the imperious history.

Our next stop will be a visit to a remarkable Neoclassical mansion. Stepping into this mansion, we're immersed in a world of timeless elegance. The walls adorned with scenic paintings and the ceilings adorned with intricate plasterwork evoke the grandeur of the past. Each room whispers stories of aristocratic life, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of opulence and refinement.

Our journey continues to the heart of Hermoupolis at Miaoulis square, where the Town Hall is located. It is one of the largest and most impressive ones in all of Greece. Noteworthy elements of this historic building include the hanging ladder at its entrance, the boardroom, portraits of former mayors, the carriage of Princess Sissy, its architecture, and of course, the hidden history dating back to 1876.

Before leaving the main square, we will visit the Archaeological Museum of Syros, founded in 1834 and one of the oldest museums in Greece. Since 1899, the museum has been housed in four rooms of Ermoupolis City Hall. Its collections include exhibits such as the Amfikypellon, a tubular cup from the end of the 3rd millennium, along with other artifacts, sculptures, and inscriptions from the early Cycladic and Byzantine periods.

As we walk up the main square, we'll come across the Apollon Theatre, one of Syros's major attractions and a symbol of the island's rich cultural heritage. The historic Apollon Theatre, built in 1864 by the Italian architect Pietro Sampo, draws inspiration from four stunning Italian standards, including the Scala di Milano.

Our final destination is the Church of St. Nicholas, a magnificent Byzantine church dedicated to the patron saint of Hermoupolis. Renowned for its lavish interiors and impressive architectural structure, the church is situated in Vaporia, an area where refugees from the northern Aegean and Crete settled during the revolution. The area is characterized by the marvelous 'vaporia' - home-boats seemingly hovering above the rocks, creating a picturesque and beautiful landscape. The view is truly breathtaking.