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Small Greek islands

Small Greek islands (10–100 km²) sit in a really sweet spot—they still feel relaxed and uncrowded, but you’re not sacrificing comfort to get it. People looking at these islands usually want a balance: proper beaches, a handful of great tavernas, maybe a decent town to wander, and enough accommodation options without things feeling overdeveloped like Santorini or Mykonos.

Island	Size
Thymaina	10 km2
Othonoi	10.8 km2
Agistri	13 km2
Dokos	13 km2
Agathonisi	13.5 km2
Donousa	13.5 km2
Oinousses	15 km2
Pserimos	15 km2
Leipsoi	16 km2
Irakleia	18 km2
Elafonisos	19 km2
Meganisi	20 km2
Antikythera	20.4 km2
Kalamos	25 km2
Paxos	25 km2
Kira Panagia	25 km2
Spetses	27 km2
Chalki	28 km2
Gavdos	30 km2
Poros	31 km2
Folegandros	32 km2
Kimolos	36 km2
Anafi	38.4 km2
Nisyros	41 km2
Sikinos	42 km2
Agios Efstratios	43 km2
Psara	43 km2
Antiparos	45 km2
Fournoi	45 km2
Patmos	45 km2
Hydra	49 km2
Skiathos	50 km2
Leros	54 km2
Symi	58 km2
Alonissos	64 km2
Tilos	64 km2
Kasos	66 km2
Sifnos	74 km2
Serifos	75 km2
Santorini	76 km2
Syros	84 km2
Mykonos	85 km2
Aegina	87.41 km2
Salamina	95 km2
Skopelos	96 km2
Astypalaia	97 km2

Is Smaller better?

The smallest Greek islands are best suited to travellers who are comfortable operating with near-zero margin for error. These places push minimalism further than “tiny” islands—often with extremely limited or no permanent services, minimal accommodation, and infrequent transport links. They appeal to highly independent travellers, boat-based visitors, and those deliberately seeking isolation and simplicity over choice or convenience. Daily life is constrained: few (if any) dining options, limited supplies, and a strong reliance on planning ahead. The upside is maximum quiet, negligible crowds, and a raw, unfiltered environment. The downside is practicality—these islands are rarely suitable for long stays, remote work, or anyone needing reliable infrastructure. Compared to slightly larger small islands, they remove even more flexibility. Overall, they fit short, intentional visits where self-sufficiency and tolerance for constraint are non-negotiable.

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Last Updated on May 29, 2026 by admin