Tinos, Cyclades, South Aegean, Greece. The main town is Chora (Tinos Town), with most services clustered around the port and the waterfront promenade.

8,934 residents in the 2021 census for the municipality, which covers the whole island. The community of Tinos town counted 5,111, and the settlement of Tinos itself 4,936.

Internet Speed in Tinos

A Cosmote notice of 2 February 2026 lists Fiber 100 Unlimited at up to 100 Mbps for 24.90 euro a month on a 24-month contract, plus Fiber 500 at 31.90 euro and 1 Gbps at 35.90 euro. The same notice lists VDSL up to 50 Mbps at 22.90 euro. It does not say which speeds are sold on Tinos.

Currency & Banking in Tinos

Euro (EUR). On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 EUR = 1.1205 USD, so 1 USD = 0.8925 EUR. Banks and ATMs sit by the harbour in Chora.

Tap water is drinkable in most tourist areas; taste varies on small islands, and bottled water is widely sold.

230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).

Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova are the main networks, and a prepaid SIM needs a passport or ID. Vodafone Combo 9GB is 14.50 euro for 30 days, with 9 GB, unlimited national calls and 100 SMS. Vodafone Data Day is 1.20 euro for 15 GB for 24 hours.

Banking for Expats in Tinos

Cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and larger shops, but small cafes, bakeries, and taxis may prefer cash. Revolut, Wise, N26, and major EU debit/credit cards are commonly accepted.

Accommodation in Tinos

Best options for nomads are boutique guesthouses, Airbnb apartments, and small family-run studios in Chora, Agios Fokas, and near Kionia. Monthly winter/off-season rates can be significantly lower than summer.

Cashless Friendly in Tinos

Cards are widely accepted in shops, hotels and at ferry agencies. Some restaurants do not take cards, and cash is still common on a small island and in kiosks.

Short Term Rentals in Tinos

Airbnb and Booking.com are the main platforms. Common options include seafront studios in Chora, villas in Agios Fokas, and quiet apartments in Triantaros and Kionia.

Budget Accommodation in Tinos

Look for seasonal studios and pensions in Chora, especially around the old port and pedestrian lanes off Evagelistrias Street. In shoulder season, simple rooms can start around €35–€60 per night; hostels are limited.

Best Area to Stay for Tourists in Tinos

Chora (Tinos Town), especially the port area, Panagia Evangelistria Basilica vicinity, and the waterfront promenade for walkability, dining, and ferry access.

Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads in Tinos

Chora, for the harbour, the bus station and the shops. Kionia and Agios Fokas are the quieter beaches a short ride from town. Agios Ioannis has hotel rooms with free Wi-Fi, including Mr and Mrs White.

Best Coworking Space in Tinos

There is no dedicated coworking space on the island. Mr and Mrs White Tinos is a hotel in Agios Ioannis, with free Wi-Fi in the rooms and public areas and a library, not a lobby desk in Chora.

Best Cafe for Work in Tinos

The Tsipouradiko-style cafés and quieter coffee shops along the Chora waterfront and around the old port can work well in mornings. Look for places near Πλατεία Τριών Ιεραρχών (Three Hierarchs Square) and the port promenade; ask for a table outside peak lunch hours for the best chance of stable Wi‑Fi and low noise.

Networking Events in Tinos

Summer brings informal networking through art openings, wine tastings, and island events in Chora and Pyrgos. Check local posters at the port, cultural center notices, and hotel reception boards for pop-up workshops, ceramics demonstrations, and photography meetups.

Social Events for Expats in Tinos

The expat and long-stay community is small but active in the off-season around Chora, Kionia, and Pyrgos. Useful entry points are local Facebook groups for Tinos residents, English-speaking church/community notices, and seasonal volunteer activities tied to cultural festivals.

Best Taxi/Ride App in Tinos

The travel guide lists taxi, bus, scooter and car, and does not list a ride-hailing app. The visitor information page publishes a taxi line on 22830 26000.

Bike/Scooter Rental in Tinos

Vidalis Rent a Car and Bike hires cars and bikes. Scooters, ATVs and cars are the usual way around the island. No day rate was published on the travel guide.

Best Beach Nearby in Tinos

Agios Fokas is the long sandy and pebbly beach east of Tinos town, close enough to reach without a car, with trees and cafes along parts of it. Open sections can be windy. A heliport sits near the beach, about 2 km from town.

Top Regional Airline in Tinos

Tinos has no airport. A heliport near Agios Fokas is about 2 km from town. The nearest airport is on Mykonos, then a ferry of about 35 minutes.

Top International Airline in Tinos

Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines are strong options into Athens, then connect by ferry to Tinos. For direct-to-Greece international arrivals, Aegean and Olympic Air are the most practical domestically once in-country.

Highway Access in Tinos

There is no motorway. Roads link Chora with the villages and beaches, including Kionia, Agios Fokas, Pyrgos, Panormos and Volax.

Main Train/Transit Hub in Tinos

Tinos has no railway. The harbour in Chora is the ferry port, and the bus station is beside it. KTEL is on 22830 22440 and the port authority on 22830 22220.

Public Transport Passes in Tinos

KTEL buses are pay as you ride, on 22830 22440. No monthly pass is published. The bus station is by the harbour in Chora.

Regional Travel in Tinos

Ferries from the harbour reach Mykonos in about 35 minutes, Rafina in about 2 to 4 hours and Piraeus in about 4.5 hours. Direct boats also run to Andros, Syros, Paros and Naxos, and in season to Santorini and Ios. Buses and taxis reach Pyrgos, Panormos and the inland villages.

Best Hospital in Tinos

The public facility is the Health Centre of Tinos, at M. Krikeli 10 in Chora, phone 22833 60000. The map labels the same building as both hospital and health centre. Village clinics are listed for Ysternia (22830 31206), Steni (22830 41229) and Komi (22830 51210). In an emergency call 112.

Yoga & Wellness Centers in Tinos

Seasonal yoga classes and wellness retreats are commonly offered in Chora, Kionia, and around Agios Sostis. Many boutique hotels host sunrise yoga sessions in summer; ask at reception or check local flyers near the port.

Gyms & Fitness Centers in Tinos

Small gyms and fitness studios operate in Chora year-round, with more options in summer. Hotel gyms at boutique properties near the port can also be used by guests; outdoor training on the seafront promenade is popular.

Laundry Services in Tinos

Self-service and drop-off laundry services are available in Chora near the center and port area. Many short-term rentals also offer washing machines, which is useful for longer stays.

Best Food Delivery App in Tinos

Wolt and efood are the most relevant platforms in Greece, but on Tinos coverage can be limited outside Chora. Phone ordering and pickup are often more reliable than delivery.

Best Local Dish to Try in Tinos

Try louza (local cured pork), artichokes and artichoke pies, froutalia (a potato and sausage omelette), and island cheeses such as kopanisti, kariki and graviera.

Vegan/Vegetarian Options in Tinos

Chora has the best selection, especially tavernas and modern Greek kitchens near the port that offer fava, grilled vegetables, horta, salads, and chickpea stews. Vegetarian-friendly options are common in family tavernas even when not marketed as vegan.

Best Dessert Spots in Tinos

Amygdalota (almond sweets) and tsimbita (small pies with fresh cheese) are the local sweets.

Affordable Shopping Spots in Tinos

AB Vassilopoulos is at 25th Martiou and Kapodistriou in Chora, phone 22830 24385. Sklavenitis and Masoutis also have shops in town, including a Sklavenitis on the waterfront at Akti Vassileos Konstantinou.

E-commerce/Online Store in Tinos

Skroutz.gr is the best Greek price-comparison and online shopping platform; Public.gr and Plaisio.gr are useful for electronics and office gear delivery to the island.

Grocery Delivery in Tinos

AB Vassilopoulos online delivery and local phone orders from Chora supermarkets are the most practical. Delivery windows may be limited and depend on ferry supply chains.

Bar/Nightlife Area in Tinos

Summer bars are in the lanes of Chora and at beach bars. The ferry guide names Koursaros and the tiki bar Argonautis in Chora, and Kaktos for late dancing with a view.

Local Brewery in Tinos

There is no major brewery on Tinos comparable to mainland cities, but local tavernas and bars serve Greek craft beers from nearby Cycladic and mainland producers. Ask in Chora bars for island guest taps.

Wine bars are limited but good wine lists can be found in modern restaurants in Chora, especially around the port and the lanes leading toward the basilica. For tasting, ask for Cycladic labels and Assyrtiko from nearby islands.

Street Food Stalls in Tinos

The most casual food is found around Tinos Port and Chora’s lanes: souvlaki shops, crepe stands, bougatsa bakeries, and grab-and-go pies. Summer evenings bring the best snack activity near the waterfront.

Popular International Cuisine in Tinos

Pizza, burgers, sushi, and pasta are available in Chora, mainly around the port road and central pedestrian streets. Tourist-season menus are easiest to find from May to September.

Birdwatching Locations in Tinos

Rural terraces, wetlands near coastal areas, and quiet northern coves can be good for birdwatching, especially in spring and autumn when migratory activity increases.

Nearby Nature Escapes in Tinos

Exomvourgo is the short hike to the fortress ruins. Volax sits among rounded granite boulders. Tsiknias, at 750 metres, is the highest peak. Agios Fokas and Kionia are the easy coasts from town.

National Parks Nearby in Tinos

No national park on Tinos itself. Closest major protected natural destinations are on nearby islands and mainland Greece, but Tinos offers excellent hiking terrain and coastal conservation areas.

Cycling/Walking Paths in Tinos

Stone paths link the villages. Exomvourgo is a short hike: take water and avoid the midday heat. Volax is best walked, and the marble village of Pyrgos continues down to Panormos bay.

Scenic Viewpoints in Tinos

The top of Exomvourgo and the upper lanes of Pyrgos are the wide views. Volax is the boulder landscape.

Bonfire-Friendly Spots in Tinos

A fire ban runs across Greece from 1 May to 31 October and covers campfires, bonfires, barbecues and fireworks. Call 112 if you see a fire.

Must-See Landmarks in Tinos

Panagia Evangelistria in Chora, the pilgrimage church; Pyrgos, the marble village, and Panormos bay below it; the rounded granite boulders at Volax; and Exomvourgo, the hill of the ruined Venetian fortress.

Museums & Art Venues in Tinos

Museum of Marble Crafts in Pyrgos, 8 euro, closed Tuesdays, phone 22830 31290. Archaeological Museum of Tinos, 75 Megalocharis Street, 5 euro, closed Tuesdays, phone 22830 29063. Pyrgos also has the Museum of Tinian Artists and the house museum of Yannoulis Chalepas.

Tinos Digital Nomad Guide - Tips & Local Information

Researched Updated Oct 29, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City: Tinos, Cyclades, South Aegean, Greece. The main town is Chora (Tinos Town), with most services clustered around the port and the waterfront promenade. 1 9
Population: 8,934 residents in the 2021 census for the municipality, which covers the whole island. The community of Tinos town counted 5,111, and the settlement of Tinos itself 4,936. 1 5
Internet Speed: A Cosmote notice of 2 February 2026 lists Fiber 100 Unlimited at up to 100 Mbps for 24.90 euro a month on a 24-month contract, plus Fiber 500 at 31.90 euro and 1 Gbps at 35.90 euro. The same notice lists VDSL up to 50 Mbps at 22.90 euro. It does not say which speeds are sold on Tinos. 7
Currency & Banking: Euro (EUR). On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 EUR = 1.1205 USD, so 1 USD = 0.8925 EUR. Banks and ATMs sit by the harbour in Chora. 4 9
Tap Water: Tap water is drinkable in most tourist areas; taste varies on small islands, and bottled water is widely sold. 3
Power: 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 3
SIM Card: Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova are the main networks, and a prepaid SIM needs a passport or ID. Vodafone Combo 9GB is 14.50 euro for 30 days, with 9 GB, unlimited national calls and 100 SMS. Vodafone Data Day is 1.20 euro for 15 GB for 24 hours. 3 6
Banking for Expats: Cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and larger shops, but small cafes, bakeries, and taxis may prefer cash. Revolut, Wise, N26, and major EU debit/credit cards are commonly accepted.
Accommodation: Best options for nomads are boutique guesthouses, Airbnb apartments, and small family-run studios in Chora, Agios Fokas, and near Kionia. Monthly winter/off-season rates can be significantly lower than summer.
Cashless Friendly: Cards are widely accepted in shops, hotels and at ferry agencies. Some restaurants do not take cards, and cash is still common on a small island and in kiosks. 3
Short Term Rentals: Airbnb and Booking.com are the main platforms. Common options include seafront studios in Chora, villas in Agios Fokas, and quiet apartments in Triantaros and Kionia.
Budget Accommodation: Look for seasonal studios and pensions in Chora, especially around the old port and pedestrian lanes off Evagelistrias Street. In shoulder season, simple rooms can start around €35–€60 per night; hostels are limited.
Best Area to Stay for Tourists: Chora (Tinos Town), especially the port area, Panagia Evangelistria Basilica vicinity, and the waterfront promenade for walkability, dining, and ferry access. 2 9
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads: Chora, for the harbour, the bus station and the shops. Kionia and Agios Fokas are the quieter beaches a short ride from town. Agios Ioannis has hotel rooms with free Wi-Fi, including Mr and Mrs White. 9 2 12

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space: There is no dedicated coworking space on the island. Mr and Mrs White Tinos is a hotel in Agios Ioannis, with free Wi-Fi in the rooms and public areas and a library, not a lobby desk in Chora. 12
Best Cafe for Work: The Tsipouradiko-style cafés and quieter coffee shops along the Chora waterfront and around the old port can work well in mornings. Look for places near Πλατεία Τριών Ιεραρχών (Three Hierarchs Square) and the port promenade; ask for a table outside peak lunch hours for the best chance of stable Wi‑Fi and low noise.
Networking Events: Summer brings informal networking through art openings, wine tastings, and island events in Chora and Pyrgos. Check local posters at the port, cultural center notices, and hotel reception boards for pop-up workshops, ceramics demonstrations, and photography meetups.
Social Events for Expats: The expat and long-stay community is small but active in the off-season around Chora, Kionia, and Pyrgos. Useful entry points are local Facebook groups for Tinos residents, English-speaking church/community notices, and seasonal volunteer activities tied to cultural festivals.

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App: The travel guide lists taxi, bus, scooter and car, and does not list a ride-hailing app. The visitor information page publishes a taxi line on 22830 26000. 2 14
Bike/Scooter Rental: Vidalis Rent a Car and Bike hires cars and bikes. Scooters, ATVs and cars are the usual way around the island. No day rate was published on the travel guide. 2
Best Beach Nearby: Agios Fokas is the long sandy and pebbly beach east of Tinos town, close enough to reach without a car, with trees and cafes along parts of it. Open sections can be windy. A heliport sits near the beach, about 2 km from town. 2 1
Top Regional Airline: Tinos has no airport. A heliport near Agios Fokas is about 2 km from town. The nearest airport is on Mykonos, then a ferry of about 35 minutes. 1 9
Top International Airline: Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines are strong options into Athens, then connect by ferry to Tinos. For direct-to-Greece international arrivals, Aegean and Olympic Air are the most practical domestically once in-country.
Highway Access: There is no motorway. Roads link Chora with the villages and beaches, including Kionia, Agios Fokas, Pyrgos, Panormos and Volax. 1 9
Main Train/Transit Hub: Tinos has no railway. The harbour in Chora is the ferry port, and the bus station is beside it. KTEL is on 22830 22440 and the port authority on 22830 22220. 1 9 14
Public Transport Passes: KTEL buses are pay as you ride, on 22830 22440. No monthly pass is published. The bus station is by the harbour in Chora. 9 14
Regional Travel: Ferries from the harbour reach Mykonos in about 35 minutes, Rafina in about 2 to 4 hours and Piraeus in about 4.5 hours. Direct boats also run to Andros, Syros, Paros and Naxos, and in season to Santorini and Ios. Buses and taxis reach Pyrgos, Panormos and the inland villages. 1 9

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital: The public facility is the Health Centre of Tinos, at M. Krikeli 10 in Chora, phone 22833 60000. The map labels the same building as both hospital and health centre. Village clinics are listed for Ysternia (22830 31206), Steni (22830 41229) and Komi (22830 51210). In an emergency call 112. 8 22 14 3
Yoga & Wellness Centers: Seasonal yoga classes and wellness retreats are commonly offered in Chora, Kionia, and around Agios Sostis. Many boutique hotels host sunrise yoga sessions in summer; ask at reception or check local flyers near the port.
Gyms & Fitness Centers: Small gyms and fitness studios operate in Chora year-round, with more options in summer. Hotel gyms at boutique properties near the port can also be used by guests; outdoor training on the seafront promenade is popular.
Laundry Services: Self-service and drop-off laundry services are available in Chora near the center and port area. Many short-term rentals also offer washing machines, which is useful for longer stays.

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App: Wolt and efood are the most relevant platforms in Greece, but on Tinos coverage can be limited outside Chora. Phone ordering and pickup are often more reliable than delivery.
Best Local Dish to Try: Try louza (local cured pork), artichokes and artichoke pies, froutalia (a potato and sausage omelette), and island cheeses such as kopanisti, kariki and graviera. 9
Vegan/Vegetarian Options: Chora has the best selection, especially tavernas and modern Greek kitchens near the port that offer fava, grilled vegetables, horta, salads, and chickpea stews. Vegetarian-friendly options are common in family tavernas even when not marketed as vegan.
Best Dessert Spots: Amygdalota (almond sweets) and tsimbita (small pies with fresh cheese) are the local sweets. 9
Affordable Shopping Spots: AB Vassilopoulos is at 25th Martiou and Kapodistriou in Chora, phone 22830 24385. Sklavenitis and Masoutis also have shops in town, including a Sklavenitis on the waterfront at Akti Vassileos Konstantinou. 13
E-commerce/Online Store: Skroutz.gr is the best Greek price-comparison and online shopping platform; Public.gr and Plaisio.gr are useful for electronics and office gear delivery to the island.
Grocery Delivery: AB Vassilopoulos online delivery and local phone orders from Chora supermarkets are the most practical. Delivery windows may be limited and depend on ferry supply chains.
Bar/Nightlife Area: Summer bars are in the lanes of Chora and at beach bars. The ferry guide names Koursaros and the tiki bar Argonautis in Chora, and Kaktos for late dancing with a view. 9
Local Brewery: There is no major brewery on Tinos comparable to mainland cities, but local tavernas and bars serve Greek craft beers from nearby Cycladic and mainland producers. Ask in Chora bars for island guest taps.
Wine Bars: Wine bars are limited but good wine lists can be found in modern restaurants in Chora, especially around the port and the lanes leading toward the basilica. For tasting, ask for Cycladic labels and Assyrtiko from nearby islands.
Street Food Stalls: The most casual food is found around Tinos Port and Chora’s lanes: souvlaki shops, crepe stands, bougatsa bakeries, and grab-and-go pies. Summer evenings bring the best snack activity near the waterfront.
Popular International Cuisine: Pizza, burgers, sushi, and pasta are available in Chora, mainly around the port road and central pedestrian streets. Tourist-season menus are easiest to find from May to September.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Birdwatching Locations: Rural terraces, wetlands near coastal areas, and quiet northern coves can be good for birdwatching, especially in spring and autumn when migratory activity increases.
Nearby Nature Escapes: Exomvourgo is the short hike to the fortress ruins. Volax sits among rounded granite boulders. Tsiknias, at 750 metres, is the highest peak. Agios Fokas and Kionia are the easy coasts from town. 1 2 25
National Parks Nearby: No national park on Tinos itself. Closest major protected natural destinations are on nearby islands and mainland Greece, but Tinos offers excellent hiking terrain and coastal conservation areas.
Cycling/Walking Paths: Stone paths link the villages. Exomvourgo is a short hike: take water and avoid the midday heat. Volax is best walked, and the marble village of Pyrgos continues down to Panormos bay. 1 2
Scenic Viewpoints: The top of Exomvourgo and the upper lanes of Pyrgos are the wide views. Volax is the boulder landscape. 2 25
Bonfire-Friendly Spots: A fire ban runs across Greece from 1 May to 31 October and covers campfires, bonfires, barbecues and fireworks. Call 112 if you see a fire. 3

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks: Panagia Evangelistria in Chora, the pilgrimage church; Pyrgos, the marble village, and Panormos bay below it; the rounded granite boulders at Volax; and Exomvourgo, the hill of the ruined Venetian fortress. 1 2
Museums & Art Venues: Museum of Marble Crafts in Pyrgos, 8 euro, closed Tuesdays, phone 22830 31290. Archaeological Museum of Tinos, 75 Megalocharis Street, 5 euro, closed Tuesdays, phone 22830 29063. Pyrgos also has the Museum of Tinian Artists and the house museum of Yannoulis Chalepas. 10 11 2 23 24
Historical Sites: Exomvourgo holds the ruins of the Venetian fortress. About 1,000 dovecotes, many from the Venetian period, stand in the valleys, with a dense group around Tarampados. The cruiser Elli was sunk in the harbour on 15 August 1940. 1 2 25
Religious Sites: Panagia Evangelistria in Chora is the main pilgrimage church. The monastery of Kechrovouni, above the town, is tied to Saint Pelagia and the finding of the icon in 1823. Modest dress is required: no sleeveless tops or shorts, and men wear long trousers. 2 1
Annual Events: The main feasts at Panagia Evangelistria are the Annunciation on 25 March and the Dormition on 15 August, when pilgrims come from across Greece. Many crawl about 800 metres from the quay to the church. Village panigyria run through the summer. 1 9
Cultural Districts: Chora is the commercial centre and the pilgrimage town. Pyrgos is the marble-working village. Panormos is the fishing bay below Pyrgos. 2 9
Theater Venues: Small performance spaces and cultural halls in Chora and seasonal open-air events are the norm. Larger productions are often hosted at municipal cultural venues or in festival settings rather than dedicated theaters.
Local Markets: The port area in Chora has the most practical everyday market activity, including bakeries, fish shops, produce stalls, and mini-markets. Village markets and pop-up festival stalls appear during summer panigyria.
Music Scene: Live Greek music is strongest in Chora tavernas and summer bars, with bouzouki nights and island folk music. Festival seasons in Pyrgos and Panormos often include acoustic sets and traditional ensembles.
Street Art: Street art is limited compared with mainland cities, but creative wall murals and contemporary installations appear in Chora and especially around arts-focused spaces in Pyrgos.
Cooking Classes: Seasonal cooking classes focusing on Cycladic dishes, cheese-making, and local pastries are offered by guesthouses and culinary hosts in Chora, Pyrgos, and village agrotourism stays.
Art Galleries: Pyrgos is the place for marble workshops. The Museum of Tinian Artists and the house museum of Yannoulis Chalepas show local sculpture there, beside the Museum of Marble Crafts. 2 10
Historic Buildings: Marble-paved lanes, carved fountains and marble houses in Pyrgos, and the dovecotes with geometric fronts around Tarampados, are the buildings you can walk up to. 2
Local Heritage: Tinos is known for marble carving, which the marble museum presents as the main centre of that craft in modern Greece, for about 1,000 artistic dovecotes, and for the 15 August pilgrimage. Orthodox and Catholic communities both live on the island. 10 1

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service: Hellenic Post (ELTA) in Chora is on 22830 22247. 14
Tech Repair Services: Mobile and electronics repair shops are available in Chora, typically near the commercial center and port area. For advanced repairs, many residents send devices to Athens via courier.
Table Tennis Spots: Recreation options are limited, but local sports clubs and municipal halls in Chora occasionally have table tennis setups. Ask at the municipal sports center or community hall.
Language Classes: Greek language lessons for foreigners are occasionally offered by private tutors, cultural associations, and seasonal adult-learning programs in Chora and Pyrgos.
Libraries & Study Spots: The Tinos Municipal Library in Chora and the quiet seating areas near the port are the best public study spots. Many churches and cultural centers also have calm daytime spaces outside service hours.
Community Centers: Municipal cultural venues in Chora and village association halls in Pyrgos, Volax, and Panormos host talks, exhibitions, and community gatherings.
Gaming Lounges: Dedicated gaming lounges are rare on Tinos. Internet cafes and console venues are limited; most gaming is done at home or in hotel common rooms.
Casino & Gaming Halls: There are no major casino facilities on Tinos. For casino gaming, visitors typically travel to Athens or larger Greek mainland destinations.

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center): Approx. €3,500–€5,500 per m² in central Chora; example: a 35 m² studio can cost about €122,500–€192,500 depending on renovation, view, and distance from the port.
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City): Approx. €2,700–€4,200 per m² in outlying areas such as Kionia, Agios Fokas, or inland villages; example: a 35 m² studio can cost about €94,500–€147,000.
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center): Approx. €3,800–€5,800 per m² in central Chora; example: a 60 m² one-bedroom can cost about €228,000–€348,000.
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City): Approx. €3,000–€4,500 per m² outside the center; example: a 60 m² one-bedroom can cost about €180,000–€270,000.
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center): Approx. €3,600–€5,200 per m² in Chora and prime coastal spots; example: an 80 m² two-bedroom can cost about €288,000–€416,000.
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City): Approx. €2,800–€4,200 per m² in villages and less central coastal areas; example: an 80 m² two-bedroom can cost about €224,000–€336,000.
Corporate Tax: 22% on company profits for tax years from 2021 onward. 15
Dividend Withholding Tax: 5% withholding on dividends. For an individual, that withholding exhausts the tax on this income. 15
Tax System: Tax residents are taxed on income arising in Greece and abroad. Non-residents are taxed only on Greek-source income. Residence turns on physical presence in Greece during any 12-month period and on the centre of vital interests. The country prep uses more than 183 days for that test. 15 19
Highest Income Tax Bracket: 44% on employment, pension and business income above 60,000 euro. From 40,000 to 60,000 euro the rate is 39%. Rental income uses a separate scale that reaches 45% above 36,000 euro. 15 17
VAT: Standard VAT is 24%. The reduced rate is 13% (including food, catering and hotels) and the super-reduced rate is 6% (including medicines, books and electricity). A 30% cut, which turns 24% into 17%, applies on listed North Aegean, Dodecanese and Samothrace islands, not on Tinos. 16 18
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules: Yes. Undistributed income of a foreign company is added when a Greek resident owns, alone or with affiliates, more than 50%, the foreign tax is under half the Greek tax, and more than 30% of the profit is passive. A real business with staff and premises in the EU or EEA can fall outside the rules. 20
Property Tax: Yes, annual ENFIA property tax applies, based on property characteristics, location, and valuation factors. 18
Property Transaction Tax: 3% of the taxable value on a transfer that is not charged VAT, plus a municipal surcharge that brings the rate to 3.09%. Notary and legal fees are extra. 18
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads: The digital nomad visa does not itself create a special tax regime. Article 5C is a special method for income earned in Greece from employment or business. Articles 5A and 5B are for high-net-worth foreign income and for foreign pensions. The Greece tax profile records Article 5C as a 50% exemption for seven years on Greek employment and business income, not on foreign remote-work income. 21

About these guide entries

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Last updated: Oct 29, 2026
Last changed: Oct 31, 2026

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- Affordable Shopping Spots AB Vassilopoulos and smaller supermarkets in Chora are the easiest for staples. Local… AB Vassilopoulos is at 25th Martiou and Kapodistriou in Chora, phone 22830 24385…
- Annual Events The biggest event is the Feast of the Dormition at Panagia Evangelistria on August 15… The main feasts at Panagia Evangelistria are the Annunciation on 25 March and the…
- Art Galleries Small galleries in Chora and Pyrgos showcase marble sculpture, ceramics, and local… Pyrgos is the place for marble workshops. The Museum of Tinian Artists and the house…
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads No special zero-tax regime for digital nomads in Tinos specifically. Greece does offer a… The digital nomad visa does not itself create a special tax regime. Article 5C is a…
- Bar/Nightlife Area The main nightlife is concentrated in Chora around the old port, the waterfront, and the… Summer bars are in the lanes of Chora and at beach bars. The ferry guide names Koursaros…
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- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads Chora for dependable internet, services, and ferry convenience; Kionia for a quieter… Chora, for the harbour, the bus station and the shops. Kionia and Agios Fokas are the…
- Best Beach Nearby Agios Fokas Beach, about 10–15 minutes from Chora by car or scooter, is the easiest long… Agios Fokas is the long sandy and pebbly beach east of Tinos town, close enough to reach…
- Best Coworking Space Tinos does not have a large dedicated coworking ecosystem. Best practical work base is… There is no dedicated coworking space on the island. Mr and Mrs White Tinos is a hotel in…
- Best Dessert Spots Look for loukoumades, galaktoboureko, and almond sweets at pastry shops in Chora near the… Amygdalota (almond sweets) and tsimbita (small pies with fresh cheese) are the local…
- Best Hospital General Hospital of Tinos in Chora is the main public healthcare facility. For specialized… The public facility is the Health Centre of Tinos, at M. Krikeli 10 in Chora, phone 22833…
- Best Local Dish to Try Louza (cured pork), artichoke dishes, xinotyro cheese, and local caper salad. Tinos is… Try louza (local cured pork), artichokes and artichoke pies, froutalia (a potato and…
- Best Taxi/Ride App Taxi is the main option; ride-hailing apps like Uber are not reliably available on Tinos… The travel guide lists taxi, bus, scooter and car, and does not list a ride-hailing app…
- Bike/Scooter Rental Bike and scooter rentals are available in Chora near the port and on the road toward Agios… Vidalis Rent a Car and Bike hires cars and bikes. Scooters, ATVs and cars are the usual…
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots Open bonfires are generally restricted and strongly regulated; use designated beach or… A fire ban runs across Greece from 1 May to 31 October and covers campfires, bonfires…
- Cashless Friendly Moderately cashless friendly. Visa and Mastercard are accepted in most businesses in Chora… Cards are widely accepted in shops, hotels and at ferry agencies. Some restaurants do not…
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, Greece has CFC rules and anti-avoidance provisions. Yes. Undistributed income of a foreign company is added when a Greek resident owns, alone…
- Corporate Tax 25% standard corporate income tax in Greece. 22% on company profits for tax years from 2021 onward.
- Cultural Districts Chora is the commercial and social center; Pyrgos is the island’s artistic and… Chora is the commercial centre and the pilgrimage town. Pyrgos is the marble-working…
- Currency & Banking Euro (EUR). Approx. 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD and 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR (check live rates). ATMs are… Euro (EUR). On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 EUR = 1.1205 USD, so 1…
- Cycling/Walking Paths The island is excellent for walking and mountain biking on quiet roads and old mule paths… Stone paths link the villages. Exomvourgo is a short hike: take water and avoid the midday…
- Dividend Withholding Tax 5% withholding tax on dividends for Greek companies, subject to treaty and structure… 5% withholding on dividends. For an individual, that withholding exhausts the tax on this…
- Highest Income Tax Bracket 45% personal income tax bracket in Greece. 44% on employment, pension and business income above 60,000 euro. From 40,000 to 60,000…
- Highway Access No highway on the island. Main roads connect Chora to Kionia, Agios Fokas, Pyrgos… There is no motorway. Roads link Chora with the villages and beaches, including Kionia…
- Historic Buildings Marble houses in Pyrgos, traditional dovecotes, old mansions in Chora, and the whitewashed… Marble-paved lanes, carved fountains and marble houses in Pyrgos, and the dovecotes with…
- Historical Sites The old town of Chora, traditional dovecotes across the island, the Orthodox and Catholic… Exomvourgo holds the ruins of the Venetian fortress. About 1,000 dovecotes, many from the…
- Internet Speed Good in town and village centers, variable in rural areas. Typical home/guesthouse fiber… A Cosmote notice of 2 February 2026 lists Fiber 100 Unlimited at up to 100 Mbps for 24.90…
- Local Heritage Tinos is known for its strong marble-carving tradition, dovecotes, pilgrimage culture, and… Tinos is known for marble carving, which the marble museum presents as the main centre of…
- Main Train/Transit Hub Tinos Port in Chora is the island’s main transit hub for ferries, buses, taxis, and rental… Tinos has no railway. The harbour in Chora is the ferry port, and the bus station is…
- Museums & Art Venues Museum of Marble Crafts in Pyrgos, Tinos Archaeological Museum in Chora, and small art… Museum of Marble Crafts in Pyrgos, 8 euro, closed Tuesdays, phone 22830 31290…
- Must-See Landmarks Panagia Evangelistria Basilica in Chora, the marble villages of Pyrgos and Panormos, the… Panagia Evangelistria in Chora, the pilgrimage church; Pyrgos, the marble village, and…
- Nearby Nature Escapes Exomvourgo mountain, the hills around Volax, and the coastal paths near Agios Fokas and… Exomvourgo is the short hike to the fortress ruins. Volax sits among rounded granite…
- Parcel Delivery Service ELTA, ACS Courier, Speedex, and DHL service the island, with pickup and drop-off points in… Hellenic Post (ELTA) in Chora is on 22830 22247.
- Population Approx. 8,500 permanent residents on Tinos island; Chora is the main settlement and the… 8,934 residents in the 2021 census for the municipality, which covers the whole island…
- Power 230V, 50Hz, Type C and F plugs are standard. 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
- Property Transaction Tax Usually 3% transfer tax on property purchases, with additional fees and legal/notarial… 3% of the taxable value on a transfer that is not charged VAT, plus a municipal surcharge…
- Public Transport Passes Island buses are limited but useful in summer. Local KTEL bus tickets are typically… KTEL buses are pay as you ride, on 22830 22440. No monthly pass is published. The bus…
- Regional Travel Ferry from Tinos Port to Mykonos, Syros, Andros, Naxos, Paros, and Athens’ Rafina port… Ferries from the harbour reach Mykonos in about 35 minutes, Rafina in about 2 to 4 hours…
- Religious Sites Panagia Evangelistria Basilica in Chora is the island’s most important pilgrimage site… Panagia Evangelistria in Chora is the main pilgrimage church. The monastery of…
- SIM Card Cosmote has the best island coverage, followed by Vodafone and Nova. Tourist SIMs are… Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova are the main networks, and a prepaid SIM needs a passport or…
- Scenic Viewpoints Exomvourgo summit, the upper lanes of Pyrgos, the road above Kardiani, and the coastal… The top of Exomvourgo and the upper lanes of Pyrgos are the wide views. Volax is the…
- Tap Water Generally safe but island-quality can taste mineral/salty in some areas; many locals and… Tap water is drinkable in most tourist areas; taste varies on small islands, and bottled…
- Tax System Greek tax residents are generally taxed on worldwide income; non-residents are taxed on… Tax residents are taxed on income arising in Greece and abroad. Non-residents are taxed…
- Top Regional Airline Aegean Airlines, which operates via Athens and is the most useful carrier for island… Tinos has no airport. A heliport near Agios Fokas is about 2 km from town. The nearest…
- VAT 24% standard VAT in Greece. Standard VAT is 24%. The reduced rate is 13% (including food, catering and hotels) and the…
Fix pass: Currency & Banking keeps the country prep exchange rate and date and removes the later daily-rate aside; Tap Water adopts the shared country qualification without an island supply assumption; Power and SIM Card adopt common country wording with unchanged voltage, plugs and prepaid prices. Museums & Art Venues and Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads now explicitly identify details not independently confirmed by their cited pages. Research attribution and verification date updated; health-centre and supermarket addresses and archaeological museum hours and price confirmed without changing their items (en.wikivoyage.org, ecb.europa.eu, 2dype.gov.gr, archaeologicalmuseums.gr, vrisko.gr, aade.gr).

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