Ios Car Rental
Ios is a cosmopolitan and vibrant island in the Cyclades island group and part of Thira’s regional unit. Ios has been known since the ‘70s as one of the most visited clubbing meccas in the EU. Ios first became known by the hippie community, which used to visit the island to camp on its sandy beaches and experience its tranquil way of living. Some years later, incoming tourism grew significantly, and modern resorts and facilities developed rapidly on Ios Island. Ios could be synonymous with fun and entertainment, as it offers the ideal summer vacation for all ages. It combines all the elements that mean a summer full of experiences that will last a lifetime. Relaxed but lively atmosphere, swimming in the sea with loud summer music, fun until the morning, and why not, dawn on the beach with good company and a sea view. Reminiscent of Spring Break, young people from all around the world still visit Ios to experience its vibrant life and party scene, especially at FarOut Beach Club. The nightlife is undeniably appealing and might easily be the sole reason you want to visit, but dismissing the island because you don't like to party would be a mistake. For the most part, it's a really traditional and typical Cycladic island, with the nightlife being something you can choose in or out of based on your interests. No matter your preferences and what you want to do in Ios, a car hire is always your best bet to make the most out of your visit. Combine your stay in Ios with a flexible and affordable car rental and tour the island without worrying about excessive car hire rates or hidden fees. Try our Ios car rentals today!
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Ios renowned beach bars, clubs, and hotel complexes are listed among the best in Europe. However, Ios has much more to offer than its party and club scene and bustling nightlife. The best way to explore Ios’s beaches and move around hassle-free and at any time you see fit is with a flexible car rental. Imperial Car Rental offers a large fleet of well-maintained vehicles combined with a fair fuel policy and no credit card or upfront deposit options. Browse our website and find the car that suits you best for your Ios car hire. When you get on the island, the vista before you is enchanting: Chora, which lies northwest of Ormos Port, is located above Ios Port and features typical Cycladic mansions, blue-domed churches, and winding stone-paved alleys that are inaccessible by car. This is one of the best examples of a traditional village created using Cycladic architecture.
Ios Chora is located on a slope, on top of which lie the remnants of a medieval fortress. Today, tourism has taken over a large part of the village's main route, with restaurants, stores, clubs, and discothèques catering to visitors. But, Ios still maintains its Cycladic charm and features wide and sandy shores with turquoise-clear waters. In the Chora of Ios, the Odyseas Elytis Amphitheater offers stunning panoramic views of Ios Port as well as from the Church of Panagia Gremniotissa. As you walk up to Panagia Gremiotissa Church, near the Venetian fortress, you get a different perspective of the Hora of Ios. The church is located on the edge of a cliff at Chora's highest point, with a breathtaking view of the open sea, where you will marvel at the mesmerizing sunset. This location is the site of one of the island's largest religious festivals, which takes place on August 15th and features a procession through Chora, following a lively feast with food, dance, and music all night long.
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If you want to get a taste of its history before touring modern Ios, you should know that one of the largest early Cycladic settlements is located near Chora. The Archaeological Site of Skarkos, located on the west side of Ios and quite close to Ios Port, covers an area of 11 acres and dates back to the Bronze Age. You will notice the site from the roadside, with its characteristic spiraling levels that follow the shape of the terrain. Intensive excavations and research have been carried out in Skarkos, which have brought to light many finds, such as ceramic vessels and antiquities, which are among the most characteristic Cycladic objects. Many of these finds are displayed in extensive collections in the Archaeological Museum located in the Chora of Ios. Apart from the landmarks and things to do in Ios Port and Ios Hora, there are many other prominent seaside settlements and resorts on Ios Island. The best and most visited ones include Mylopotas, Magganari, Agia Theodoti, Kalamos, and Psathi. Manganari Beach (also known as Magganari) is a wide, sandy beach on the south coast of Ios. It may be reached by boat or car and takes approximately 40 minutes from Chora. Maganari features stunningly clear waters with blue-green waves, where part of the film "Le Grand Bleu" was shot. Its remote location means limited amenities, but there is a beach bar and lounger rentals. Lastly, Mylopotas Beach has developed into a lively mass package tourism resort with lots of villas and budget apartments, clubs, glitzy restaurants, and the golden-sand shoreline with its highly organized beach, attracting young people who want to party day and night.