Twins, Dimitriadis Street
As its name suggests, this restaurant in a side street just off the waterfront is run by twins. Elias works front-of-house, while brother Nikos takes care of things in the kitchen. And this friendly team are all about Greek classics done well, like moussaka, stifado and kleftiko. Cake and ouzo come as complimentary, like the entertainment provided by Elias and his tambourine.For a change from the usual Euro-pop, check out one of the bars in town that does rembetika – Greece’s very own version of the blues. Its roots lie in the Greek urban protest music of the early 20th century and the soulful rhythm is created by a blend of instruments including the accordion, bouzouki, clarinet and guitar.
Read MoreWhether you’re eating in the centre or down at the harbour, you’ll find fish in the lead role on most menus. Sea bream is really popular round here, as are grilled mackerel, fish-roe rissoles and liokafto – sun-dried fish. And if you want to try a local side dish, go for the paterika – it’s kale or cabbage cooked with tomato, onions and olive oil.
Read MoreThis lively waterfront bar offers a mix of cocktails and music, with the beach itself as your dance floor. Sitting at the eastern end of town, just past the old harbour, it’s perfect for kicking off your shoes on a warm night for a bit of barefoot dancing to the latest Greek and international sounds.
Read MoreThe amphitheatre is the impressive setting for the annual Thassos festival. It’s a chance to showcase ancient and modern Greek arts, so you can expect an eclectic mix of contemporary music, poetry readings, dance performances – and, of course, Greek tragedies.
Read MoreOn the high street you’ll find a good selection of souvenir shops selling leather items, linen and jewellery. You might also want to look out for the locally made thyme-scented honey. And a real Thassos memento is a white marble carving or sculpture – the place has been exporting the famous marble for over 2,000 years.
Read MoreFrom the old port, 136 steps lead you up the hill to the ancient amphitheatre. It was built in the 5th century BC to seat 3,000 spectators and today it’s still used to put on cultural events. From here, you can continue upwards to the acropolis with its ancient Greek temples, and you’ll also see a ruined Medieval fort. As for the panoramic views, they’re timeless.
Read MoreJust 2 kilometres to the east of the resort, you have Makryammos Beach. This Blue Flag number comes with over a kilometre of soft golden sand fringing clear, shallow waters. There’s a 3 euro charge, but it’s put to good use keeping it beautifully clean. It’s very popular, but you can always hire a motorboat to find one of the island’s many secluded coves.
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