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A small fishing town on the Gulf of Corinth, Galaxidi has the atmosphere of a Greek island but sits on the mainland not far from Delphi and within easy reach of Athens.
Its distinct character stems largely from the fact that Galaxidi was only accessible by boat until 1963. It developed in relative isolation, with a firm focus on the sea.
For many years, the town was home to Greece’s most important shipping families, and their grand neoclassical mansions still line the waterfront.
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Captains’ mansions and cobbled narrow streets call for and guarantee a relaxing stroll. Traditional architectural elements conjure up narrations of the old times: colourful facades, marble arches around the gates, yards with flowers and pebbles, and stone balconies decorated with figureheads. The town hall, housed in the Tsalaggyras mansion, the Folk Art Museum, housed in Aggelis mansion, the Girls’ School, and the Mpourzeiko mansion, are some of the best preserved old buildings.
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On the right side of the port, visit the verdant area of Pera Panta, take in the panorama of the little town, and blow your camera with photos! Walking in nature will whet your appetite for seafood. The nearby Oianthi beach is densely inhabited by restaurants. Among the local specialties, don’t miss ravani, a kind of syrup cake.
