Major city · Greece
TinosΤήνος
Spend 2–3 days on Tinos to see the pilgrimage church, marble villages and a few beaches; skip if you only have time for the main Cyclades.
Tinos offers a mix of religious sites, marble‑carved villages and varied beaches. Two to three days let you visit Panagia Evangelistria, Pyrgos, Volax and a couple of beaches without rushing.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, wind on some beaches)
- Airport
- ATH
- Nights
- 2
Rules in force · 10Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
- Balkans ↗Serbia refuses onward entry to travellers who reached Kosovo from a third country and then try to cross straight into Serbia; route Kosovo–Serbia legs through North Macedonia or Montenegro, or start the loop in Serbia.
- Balkans ↗Hire cars need written permission from the rental company and valid insurance for every country on the line; Kosovo sells its own border insurance and some contracts exclude Albania, Kosovo or Bosnia outright.
- Greece ↗Greece is in the EU and the Schengen area: check entry rules, the EU Entry/Exit System and any travel authorisation requirement for your passport on official sources.
- Greece ↗Taking stones, pottery or other objects from archaeological sites is illegal; so is exporting antiquities without a permit.
- Greece ↗Do not photograph military sites or border zones; signs mark them.
- Greece ↗Acropolis tickets are sold for one-hour entry slots on the official Hellenic Heritage site (hhticket.gr); in peak season slots sell out days ahead, and you cannot enter outside your hour.
- Greece ↗Businesses must give a receipt (apodeixi) for every sale; ask for one, and do not accept a handwritten note in place of it.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tinos100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tinos, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Greece-wide
- SIM or eSIMCosmote, Vodafone and Nova sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at the airport; a passport is needed to register.Greece-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland.Greece-wide
- TippingTaverna or restaurant: 5–10% in cash on the table; not expected at gyros shops.Greece-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Greece-wide
- SafetyTinos is generally safe; respect dress codes at religious sites and watch for strong winds on exposed beaches.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 166 fire and ambulance · 1571 tourist police (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysArchaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 08:00–15:00 or 17:00) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Archaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 8:00 AM–3:00 PM or 5:00 PM) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Greece-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportATH Athens International Airport (Main gateway; connect via ferry from Piraeus or Rafina).
- Getting aroundScooter or ATV rentals are common; local bus connects main villages; car hire (Vidalis Rent a Car & Bike) for remote beaches.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))€12–18 (≈ US$14–25)
- Budget bedSelf‑catering apartment, a night, per room€70 (≈ US$85)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€70 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€110 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €50 (≈ US$60) · Mid €80 (≈ US$95) · High €130 (≈ US$160)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ATH Athens International Airport (Main gateway; connect via ferry from Piraeus or Rafina)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Feb
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Mar
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Apr
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Dec
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Jan (7 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tinos: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Feb
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Mar
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
1 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
1 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4 rd
Nov
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Dec
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Scooter or ATV rentals are common; local bus connects main villages; car hire (Vidalis Rent a Car & Bike) for remote beaches.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Mykonos
overnightDoor to door: ≈1 h total
High‑speed catamaran from Tinos port, about 30 min
Good for a night of nightlife after a day on Tinos.
Syros (transport hub)
cautionDoor to door: ≈1.5 h
Ferry from Tinos to Syros, about 1 h
Useful if you need connections to other Cyclades.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Chora (Tinos Town) area
Close to church, restaurants and ferry port; good for walking access.
Panormos Bay
Quiet seaside guesthouses, ideal if you want beach proximity.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–110 (≈ US$85–130) excl. bed
- High
- €110 (≈ US$130)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (double)1 × 2 nights × €70 | €140 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × €80 | €320 |
| Ferry Piraeus → Tinos (round‑trip, adult)2 × €45 | €90 |
| Scooter rental (per day)2 × €20 | €40 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × €15 | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €62 |
| Trip total≈ €171 per person per day, bed included | €682≈ US$800 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Greek salad with feta | €5–8 (≈ US$6–10) |
| Fresh fish plate | €12–20 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Taxi (5 km) | €12–18 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Ferry ticket (Piraeus → Tinos, adult) | €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Dress modestly at churches and monasteries – no sleeveless shirts or shorts; men must wear long trousers.
- Midday heat can be strong on exposed beaches; bring water and sun protection.
- Ferry schedules vary by season – check times before travel.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 166
- Tourist police
- 1571
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TinosΤήνος
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My bed tonight
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Σε αυτή τη διεύθυνση, παρακαλώTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance166
- Tourist police1571
Embassy
US Consulate in Heraklion (check address); other embassies in Athens.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Piraeus → Tinos ferry: about €30–45 (≈ US$35–55), 3–4 h
- Scooter rental per day: ≈ €15–20
Say or show
- Συγγνώμη — Excuse me / Sorry (see-nyo-mee)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (ef-ha-ree-STO)
- Πόσο κοστίζει; — How much is it? (PO-so ko-STEE-zee)
- Πού είναι η στάση του λεωφορείου; — Where is the bus stop? (POO EE-neh ee STAH-see too le-o-fo-REE-oo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tinos. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, wind on some beaches) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add car‑rental option for remote beaches (Volax, Santa Margarita).
- Create walking‑route cards for marble villages (Pyrgos → Volax).
- Link to pilgrimage‑site guide for Panagia Evangelistria.
Sources
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