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SchinoussaΣχοινούσα
Schinoussa is a quiet, walkable island for 2–3 nights if you want slow beach days and empty trails; skip if you need nightlife or frequent ferry connections.
Schinoussa is one of the Small Cyclades, south of Naxos, with a population of about 210. It has smooth hills, fertile valleys and a mild climate. The island has no airport and limited ferry connections, so most visitors stay 2–3 nights to relax, hike and swim at uncrowded beaches like Tsigouri and Livadi.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (peak heat, crowded ferries)
- Airport
- JNX
- Nights
- 2–3
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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
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- 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
Emergency numbers for Schinoussa100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Schinoussa, 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
- SafetySchinoussa is very safe; the main risks are sunburn, dehydration and scooter accidents on unpaved roads.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 199 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.
- AirportcheckJNX Naxos Island National Airport (Then ferry to Schinoussa (check schedules)).
- Getting aroundThe island is small enough to walk or rent a scooter/ATV.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€3–4 (≈ US$4–5)
- BeerBeer (local)€3–5 (≈ US$4–6)
- Budget bedStudio or apartment (self-catering), a night, per room€70 (≈ US$85)
- Mid-range bedDouble room (guesthouse or hotel), a night, per room€100 (≈ US$120)
- High-end bedDouble room (guesthouse or hotel), a night, per room€180 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €50 (≈ US$60) · Mid €100 (≈ US$120) · High €180 (≈ US$250)
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
- JNX Naxos Island National Airport (Then ferry to Schinoussa (check schedules))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Feb
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Apr
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°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
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Dec (11 rain days), driest Jul (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Schinoussa: 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
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Mar
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
1 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
0 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
0 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5 rd
Nov
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Dec
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
11 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
The island is small enough to walk or rent a scooter/ATV. A few taxis are available. No public transport.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Koufonissia
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Ferry (check schedules)
Smaller, more developed island with beaches and tavernas; a half-day trip if ferry times align.
Heraklia
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Ferry (check schedules)
Quiet island with a cave and hiking; combine with Schinoussa for a day.
Naxos
goDoor to door: About 1–1.5 h
Ferry (check schedules)
Larger island with more services; a day-trip for supplies or sightseeing.
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.
Schinoussa Town (Chora)
Central, near tavernas and shops; most accommodation is here or within a short walk.
Tsigouri beach area
Quieter, with a few hotels like Archipelagos; 600 m walk to the village.
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
- €50–80 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- €80–130 (≈ US$95–160) excl. bed
- High
- €130 (≈ US$160)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room (guesthouse or hotel)1 × 3 nights × €100 | €300 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × €100 | €600 |
| Ferry Naxos–Schinoussa (one way)2 × €15 · check | €30 |
| Scooter rental (per day)2 × €30 · check | €60 |
| Meal at a taverna (main + drink)2 × €20 | €40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €103 |
| Trip total≈ €189 per person per day, bed included | €1,133≈ US$1,400 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and ferries excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €3–4 (≈ US$4–5) |
| Beer (local) | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Meal at a taverna (main) | €12–18 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Scooter rental (per day) | €25–35 (≈ US$30–45) (check) |
| Ferry Naxos–Schinoussa (one way) | €12–18 (≈ US$14–25) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry connections are limited and weather-dependent; check schedules and book ahead in peak season.
- No ATM on the island; bring enough cash.
- Scooter rental requires a valid driving licence; roads are narrow and unpaved in parts.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 199
- Tourist police
- 1571
- European emergency
- 112
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SchinoussaΣχοινούσα
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My bed tonight
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Σε αυτή τη διεύθυνση, παρακαλώTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance199
- Tourist police1571
- European emergency112
Embassy
Most embassies are in Athens. For consular assistance, contact the embassy in Athens or the nearest consulate on Naxos (check).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Naxos–Schinoussa (one way): about €12–18 (≈ US$14–25), 45–60 min (check)
- Scooter rental (per day): about €25–35 (≈ US$30–45) (check)
- Taxi from port to village: about €5–10 (≈ US$6–12)
Say or show
- Γεια σας — Hello / Goodbye (yia sas)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (efkharisto)
- Παρακαλώ — Please / You're welcome (parakalo)
- Πόσο κάνει; — How much is it? (poso kani)
- Πού είναι η παραλία; — Where is the beach? (pou einai i paralia)
- Θα ήθελα… — I would like… (tha ithela)
No ATM on the island; bring cash.
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 Schinoussa. 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–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (peak heat, crowded ferries) · 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
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for beaches (Tsigouri, Livadi, Almyros) with access notes and seasonal conditions.
- Eat pages for the main tavernas with opening months and cash-only warnings.
- Ferry schedule page with real-time connections from Naxos and Amorgos.
Sources
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