About The Port Of Pythagoreio
Pythagoreio sits on the southern coast of Samos, its harbor framed by a lively marina where fishing boats and yachts share the water beneath a low hillside town of tiled roofs and cafes. Named for the mathematician Pythagoras, born on the island, the town traces its roots to ancient Samos, once a powerful maritime city-state, and traces of that era remain nearby, including fortifications and the Eupalinos tunnel, a remarkable feat of ancient engineering carved through a mountain to supply water to the ancient capital.
The compact center is easily explored on foot from the waterfront, with small squares, tavernas, and shops set back just a few streets from the pier. Samos's wooded hills and vineyards lie within easy reach beyond the town, making Pythagoreio a convenient base for pairing coastal charm with a glimpse of the island's ancient past.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Pythagoreio.
Explore the Eupalinos Tunnel
Walk into the 6th-century-BC aqueduct tunnel bored straight through the mountain, one of antiquity's greatest engineering feats. It's a short taxi or drive from the harbor; allow about an hour including the approach path.
Visit the Heraion of Samos
See the scattered columns of this UNESCO-listed sanctuary to Hera, once one of the largest temples in the ancient Greek world, just a few miles west of town.
Taste Samos Muscat Wine
Sample the island's famed sweet Muscat at a hillside winery or tasting room in the vineyards above Pythagoreio, a short drive from the pier and an easy way to pair scenery with local flavor.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Pythagoreio
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 14 | $6,619 | ||
| Jul 6, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 7 | $3,760 | ||
| Aug 12, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 14 | $6,689 | ||
| Aug 19, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 7 | $3,830 | ||
| Aug 19, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 14 | $6,689 | ||
| Jun 27, 2028 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 14 | $7,598 | ||
| Jul 4, 2028 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 7 | $4,634 | ||
| Jul 4, 2028 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 14 | $7,598 | ||
| Aug 12, 2028 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 14 | $7,808 | ||
| Aug 19, 2028 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 14 | $8,158 | ||
| Aug 19, 2028 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 7 | $4,844 |
Cruise Lines That Call Here
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