Compare
Andros vs Tinos
Which Greek island should you actually pick?
Pick Andros for
adventure, beaches, nightlife, nature
Pick Tinos for
culture, food
At a glance
| Andros | Tinos | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Cyclades | Cyclades |
| Cost | €€€ | €€€ |
| Crowds in August | Moderate | Moderate |
| Best months | May, Jun, Sep, Oct | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Getting there from Athens | 2h ferry | 4.5h ferry |
Scored side by side
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Andros
The catch
Very popular with wealthy Athenians, giving parts of it an exclusive, reserved feel. Doesn't look like a "typical" Cyclades island.
Hidden gem
The Pythara waterfalls near Apikia — yes, waterfalls in the Cyclades.
Tinos
The catch
Can be extremely crowded on religious feast days (especially August 15th — the Dormition of Mary).
Hidden gem
Drive the Volax village circuit — surreal landscape of giant round boulders scattered across the plateau.
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