Patmos

Overview of Patmos

While there are beaches, it’s primarily the monasteries and the Cave of the Apocalypse (both UNESCO-listed) that draw visitors more interested in cultural tourism than nightlife.

Key Facts

• Type of place: island.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location:

• Local time: Heure : Patmos

• Main locality:

• Population: 3,047 (2011).

• Area: 34.5 km².

• Highest point: Profitis Ilias (270 m).

• Coastline:

• Website: www.patmos.gr/

History of Patmos

Island Environment

Wildlife and Flora

Precautions

What to See and Do in Patmos

Monastery of Saint John and Cave of the Apocalypse ★★
These two nearby sites are historic pilgrimage destinations listed by UNESCO.

In the Area

Climate and Weather in Patmos

The island has a Mediterranean climate, sunny and windy, with dry summers and rainfall mainly in winter. Temperatures rarely drop below 10°C in winter or rise above 30°C in summer. For both weather and crowds, the best time to visit is spring or early autumn.

Sea Temperature Throughout the Year

Getting Around

Getting There

Getting Around

Where to Stay

Where to Eat

Useful Addresses

Further Reading