It has small family beach resorts and large secluded beaches. The most beautiful beach on Chios island is Mavra Volia, on the southernmost spot of the island, but there are also nice seaside villages with delicious restaurants to relax on your Chios holidays. However, Chios Greece is mostly famous for its Medieval villages. Pyrgi and Olympia have characteristic walls with geometric designs, while Anavatos, Volissos and theTown have large Byzantine castles on the hills above them. A drive around the island will also bring you to interesting monasteries, including the Monastery of Nea Moni, Agios Markos and Agia Markella, the protector of the island. Small islands for a day trip are Psara and Oinousses.

Most hotels in Chios island are concentrated in beaches close to the Town. Karfas, Vrondados, Agia Ermioni and Agia Fotini are some of the most popular seaside resorts on the island that offer good accommodation options and tourist facilities. Hotels and apartments in Chios keep a traditional profile with simple facilities. Some hotels are more luxurious and offer pools and spa therapies. Over the last years, agrotourism venues are gradually developing on the island and give an alternative insight to Chios holidays.