{"id":59310,"date":"2021-11-15T00:57:36","date_gmt":"2021-11-15T00:57:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/?p=59310"},"modified":"2025-07-04T20:11:17","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T20:11:17","slug":"5-of-the-best-greek-islands-to-visit-first","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/15\/5-of-the-best-greek-islands-to-visit-first\/","title":{"rendered":"5 of the Best Greek Islands for the Top of Your Travel Wishlist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which is the best Greek island to visit first? This question is not the easiest to answer because there are so many fabulous considerations! If you are looking to experience the nightlife, Mykonos has a famous party scene. Perhaps you&#8217;d rather relax and enjoy delicious local cuisine? Then Santorini is a great option with beautiful scenery and water sports activities. If you want to experience something unique, visiting Lesbos will give you good bragging rights when you go back home. You will need to assess which island suits your needs the best because every location in Greece is amazing and there is no wrong place to visit. If you need some help deciding where to visit, here is a list of 5 of the best Greek islands to consider as your first stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>5 of the Best Greek Islands to Visit First<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-crete\"><strong>Crete<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crete is located in the southern part of the Aegean Sea. It is also the largest island in Greece with the biggest population. This island is a tourist magnet and there is so much to do here. Crete is full of buzzing cities, gorgeous beaches, and ancient ruins. The beaming sun, the ocean, and the sand are what draw people to this destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are thinking about visiting, check out Knossos&#8217; famous archaeological museum and rich history.&nbsp;You will find the world\u2019s finest collection of Minoan art at their famous museum so it is definitely worth a visit. Booking a ticket to this popular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsferry.com\/ferry-destinations\/crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ferry destination<\/a> is simple with LetsFerry, and all of the above are very good reasons why it is so. There is also amazing food and wine to enjoy. Popular restaurants that you should visit on your trip include Zorbas caf\u00e9 and wine bar and Veneto.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For travelers enchanted by Crete\u2019s lively cities, beautiful landscapes, and fascinating culture, it\u2019s easy to see why so many fall in love with the island. Beyond being a top vacation destination, the Cretan lifestyle draws those considering a more permanent connection to this dazzling spot in the Aegean. If you\u2019ve dreamed of finding your own slice of paradise along the sun-kissed coast or within a historical village, exploring opportunities to <a href=\"https:\/\/elxis.com\/region\/crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">invest in Crete properties<\/a> can open doors to charming homes and unique real estate offerings on Greece\u2019s largest island.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"710\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crete-eleni-afiontzi-xvknd8C7Kic-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"best greek islands to visit first most popular beach crete greece\" class=\"wp-image-60476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crete-eleni-afiontzi-xvknd8C7Kic-unsplash.jpg 710w, https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crete-eleni-afiontzi-xvknd8C7Kic-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Crete, Greece (Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@eleniafiontzi?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eleni Afiontzi<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-santorini\"><strong>Santorini<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Santorini is without a doubt the most popular and frequently visited island in Greece. This island is world-famous for its beautiful ocean view from the steep hill full of beautiful white houses and churches kissed with blue accents. Santorini is located in the Aegean Sea and to get to this island you will need to take an 8-9 hour ferry or a 45-minute direct flight. Considered one of the most romantic islands in Greece it is a fabulous choice for honeymooners. The breathtaking sunsets that light up the sky and sea in beautiful pink and orange hues will blow you away. When in Santorini, you can enjoy delicious local cuisine and wine produced on the island. Wine tasting, hiking, and shopping are popular among tourists when visiting Santorini.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"710\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/santorini-jennvmy_-r2KfOjawecM-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Santorini, Greece (Photo by Jennvmy_)\" class=\"wp-image-60478\" style=\"width:710px;height:433px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/santorini-jennvmy_-r2KfOjawecM-unsplash.jpg 710w, https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/santorini-jennvmy_-r2KfOjawecM-unsplash-300x183.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Santorini, Greece (Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@jennvmy_?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jennvmy_<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hydra\"><strong>Hydra<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a lover of art and music, Hydra, located in the Saronic Islands, is the place for you. There are no airports here so you will only be able to reach the island via a ferry. Considered the Artistic muse of the Greek Islands, Hydra is known for being an artist hub. When visiting, you will find art collectors and exhibitions are common here. People generally fill this town on weekends. And a very unique aspect of this island is that you will not find any cars or vehicles anywhere on the island. Instead, people get around via mules, donkeys, and water taxis. You should go horseback riding while in Hydra and admiring the local architecture is a must.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"710\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hydra-mauricio-munoz-IZP37ifassQ-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"best greek islands to visit first Hydra, Greece (Photo by Mauricio Mu\u00f1oz)\" class=\"wp-image-60479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hydra-mauricio-munoz-IZP37ifassQ-unsplash.jpg 710w, https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hydra-mauricio-munoz-IZP37ifassQ-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Hydra, Greece (Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@mauricio_munoz_del?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mauricio Mu\u00f1oz<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bykoket.com\/guilty-pleasures\/lighting\/orchidea-sculpture.php?utm_source=LH_Blog_article&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=Banner_Article&amp;utm_content=orchidea_sculpture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ext-campaign\/article\/kk-orchidea-sculpture-750.jpg\" alt=\"orchidea sculpture koket wall art \"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-milos\"><strong>Milos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will find the island of Milos in the west part of the Cyclades and it is home to around 6000 inhabitants that are scattered over several towns. You can get to Milos by way of a ferry from mainland Greece and this island is famous for its photogenic scenery and \u201cdramatic\u201d coastline. There are over 70 beaches on this volcanic island and there are even multiple hot springs for tourists to enjoy. The architecture on this island is beautiful and this island is considered the most romantic island in all of Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"710\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/milos-johnny-chen-qvdGgOwgw1Q-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"best greek islands to visit first Milos, Greece (Photo by Johnny Chen)\" class=\"wp-image-60480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/milos-johnny-chen-qvdGgOwgw1Q-unsplash.jpg 710w, https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/milos-johnny-chen-qvdGgOwgw1Q-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Milos, Greece (Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@johnnyafrica?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Johnny Chen<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-corfu\"><strong>Corfu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located on the western side of Greece is Corfu and this island is tucked far away from most of the Greek islands. You can reach Corfu by hopping on a ferry from the mainland or you can take a plane. This stunning island is big and leaves much room to explore. You can explore Cape Drastis or enjoy a scroll through Corfu Town.&nbsp; There is also no shortage of fabulous local restaurants to wine and dine at.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/corfu-greece-geb2f9c6e4_1280-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"best greek islands to visit first Corfu, Greece\" class=\"wp-image-60481\" style=\"width:710px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/corfu-greece-geb2f9c6e4_1280-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/corfu-greece-geb2f9c6e4_1280-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/corfu-greece-geb2f9c6e4_1280-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/corfu-greece-geb2f9c6e4_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Corfu, Greece<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While we think these are some of the best Greek Islands to visit, you really can&#8217;t go wrong, so just go with what appeals most to you for your first visit and then plan more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-more-to-love\"><strong><em>More to Love:<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/2021\/05\/02\/best-places-to-visit-in-europe-for-summer-travel-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Places to Visit In Europe for Summer Travel<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/2018\/07\/10\/best-beaches-in-europe-top-private-beach-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top Private Beach Clubs In Europe<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Which is the best Greek island to visit first? 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