Amorgos Villages

The villages of Amorgos are the epitome of picturesqueness, as all of them have preserved the typical Cycladic architecture and locals follow the traditional way of life.

In brief, Chora, the capital of Amorgos, stands out for its quaint white houses and stone-paved alleys. The other two main villages are Aegiali and Katapola, which also constitute the main tourist resorts of the island.
Many accommodations are located in these villages.

Below, you will find a list of 12 Amorgos villages sorted by popularity.
After exploring them, don't miss to check out All Things to Do in Amorgos (best beaches, sights, restaurants and more).

Location: In the center of the island
Description: Surrounded by beautiful windmills and preserving the traditional Cycladic architecture, Chora is among the most picturesque villages of the Cyclades.

Location: 6 km east of Chora
Description: Katapola is one of the two ports of Amorgos (along with Aegiali) as well as a popular tourist resort.

Location: 15 km northeast of Chora
Description: Aegiali is a picturesque tourist village on the northern side of Amorgos. It has many accommodation options and fish taverns.

Location: 18 km northeast of Chora
Description: Tholaria offers the most amazing view of the landscape of Amorgos and the sea. The village is situated close to Aegiali.

Location: 7 km east of Chora
Description: Xilokeratidi is a charming little settlement with lovely restaurants in the bay of Katapola.

Location: 20 km north of Chora
Description: Lagada is a tiny traditional village close to Aegiali. It is surrounded by rocky mountainsides and lovely nature.

Location: 15 km southeast of Chora
Description: This adorable village with traditional architecture allows visitors to witness the rural life on the island.

Location: 18 km south of Chora
Description: Kalofana is an agricultural village on the southern side of the island. The whitewashed houses are decorated according to the traditional style with colorful gardens.

Location: 18 km southeast of Chora
Description: Kalotaritissa is more of a small settlement than a village. Most houses are ruined and abandoned and the permanent population is approximately 40 residents.

Location: 10 km southeast of Chora
Description: Kamari is a mountainous village that has kept its traditional character, with charming stone houses and beautiful yards.

Location: 18 km northeast of Chora
Description: Potamos is a traditional village with a small population. It is built on the slopes of a hill, overlooking the bay of Aegiali.

Location: 11 km southwest of Chora
Description: Vroutsis is a small village located on a hill. It is inhabited by a handful of people who are mainly involved with fishing and cattle breeding.