10 best things to do in Kalymnos

Rock climbing some of the 3400 routes on the island of Kalymnos.

Visit neighboring Telendos, an island with picturesque villages, secludes beaches and coves

Visit the Sponge Factory in Pothia, the capital of Kalymnos

Visit the Sea World Museum in Vlychadia village – private collection of items related to the marine world

Climb to the hilltop of Agios Savvas, a beautiful church with amazing view of Pothia port and town

Chryssocheria Castle situated on another hill above Pothia was built by the Knights of Saint John. Visit this Citadel of the Knights and see the little chapel of Panagia Chrysochera inside the castle

Go scuba diving in Kalymnos – in Pothia Town you will find Kalymnos Diving Center

Go on a painting trip: Try a workshop where you can be taught anything from watercolour to portraiture in Pothia, Kalymnos

Go shopping in the souvenir shops in Pothia, Massouri or Panormos. Find local objects like natural sponges, leather goods, craft ceramics, sculptures, woven rugs, and wild herbs and spices

Enjoy the evenings dining in the great taverns of Myrties, Massouri, and Vlychadia or have a drink in a bar or dance the night away in a night club in Pothia

Climbing in Kalymnos

Scuba Diving

Hiking Experience

Traditional Cuisine