Lefteraki’s Taverna
A relaxed, authentic Greek taverna in Mandraki Bay, famed for phenomenal tzatziki, generous meze, bay views with sunbeds and a laid-back local vibe—perfect for a budget-friendly beach lunch.
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Mandraki (Lefteraki's)
The relaxed, traditional corner of Mandraki bay — Lefteraki's beach, with sunbeds and umbrellas on the shore and an easygoing beach taverna right behind. A local favourite just east of Hydra town.
Mandraki Beach Resort
Hydra's main sandy beach, just east of the port: an organised bay with sunbeds, a beach bar and all-day dining at the Mandraki Beach Resort. Reach it on foot or by the shuttle boat from the harbour (every 30 min, 10:00–19:00).
Wilhelmina's
Contemporary art gallery in a historic Mandraki shipyard, showing young and mid-career artists between the rocks and the sea, May–September.
Villa Emilia
A stone villa just above Mandraki bay, facing the sea, with a private swimming pool, gardens and sweeping sea views — secluded and serene, a 5–10 minute walk down to the beach and taverna. Sleeps 5.
DESTE Project Space — The Slaughterhouse
A former slaughterhouse on the coastal path turned world-famous contemporary art space — every summer a leading international artist creates a show here.
Apollo Wind Spinner — Jeff Koons
Jeff Koons's giant reflective sun, installed permanently above the DESTE Slaughterhouse — it greets every ship entering Hydra's port.
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Kodylenia's
One of Hydra's best-loved family tavernas, Kodylenia's sits just above the little fishing harbour of Kamini — a 15-minute seaside walk (or a short taxi ride) west of the main port. It is renowned across the island as one of the finest places to watch the sun go down over the Aegean.
Pefkaki Taverna
A small family taverna on the seaside road to Kamini, Pefkaki has been run by Anna and Stefanos since 1995 — simple, tasty home cooking right by the water.
Tsagkaris Amygdalota
Hydra's most famous almond sweets. Since 1930 the Tsagkaris family has made the island's traditional amygdalota — soft almond macaroons scented with rose water — now into a fourth generation.