What are the best things to do in Folegandros?
Explore local landmarks, neighbourhoods and day trips around Folegandros, Greece. This guide covers attractions, food and where to stay.
Photo: Etienne O. Dallaire · CC BY 4.0
Why visit Folegandros
Travel guide for Folegandros, Greece — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Folegandros is a stop in Greece, not a country-in-a-weekend. Most people stay 2–4 days. Mid-range ground costs are about 70–160 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Budget
Folegandros trip cost
Budget
USD 30–55
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 70–160
per person / day
Luxury
USD 185–305+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Folegandros, Greece. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Folegandros
Estimated total (USD)
$2,390
≈ $1,195 per person · $341 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $115/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Folegandros mid-range ground costs (budget 30–55 · mid 70–160 · luxury 185–305+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Blue Sand Hotel
Anemi Hotel
Chora Resort Hotel & Spa
Kymanemi
Pasithea
Museums & culture
- Folklore Museum
In pictures
Folegandros gallery
Photos: Etienne O. Dallaire, Pitichinaccio, Zde, / Tinku at Greek Wikipedia — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Folegandros travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Folegandros?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Folegandros?
Most travellers spend 2–4 days in Folegandros, depending on how many day trips you want in Greece.
Where should I stay in Folegandros?
Popular stays in Folegandros include Blue Sand Hotel, Anemi Hotel, Chora Resort Hotel & Spa. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Folegandros cost?
On the ground in Folegandros (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 30–55 per person per day, mid-range about 70–160, and luxury about 185–305+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Folegandros, Greece. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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