In addition to the most famous and crowded beaches, the beautiful island of Ios also offers less known places with absolutely irresistible charm. And this is precisely the case of the beach of Agia Theodoti, which represents perhaps the real surprise of the whole island of Ios.
It is located in the north-west part of the island, about 20 minutes by car, or scooter from the capital Chora. It can also be easily reached by bus from the port of Chora.
Being little publicized as a tourist destination, it is a place that enjoys an absolutely unique tranquility, where we absolutely recommend you go! This beautiful inlet enjoys a usually very calm sea, which makes it resemble a real natural swimming pool: its waters are enchanting, crystal clear and clean, in the typical tones of green and turquoise, so clear that you can see by eye bare the small fishes, which move fast between your feet.
The landscape of Agia Theodoti is splendid and surreal at the same time. The sand is very light and coarse, mixed with pebbles, which makes it quite annoying on days when the wind is blowing. In this area of Ios there are here and there some rocks and some patches of typical vegetation, which give it an absolutely wild and uncontaminated aspect.
At the ends you will find a couple of kiosks where you can rent chairs and umbrellas at really cheap prices! There are even traditional taverns where you can relax for lunch, enjoying some typical local cuisine, even in this case at cheap prices.
That it is not a very popular place with tourists is really a fortune! Not only for the tranquility that you can enjoy in this beautiful beach, still untouched by mass tourism, but above all because you can spend a relaxing day on this beautiful beach, spending less than in other less beautiful and definitely more crowded places.
The beach of Agia Theodoti is a jewel of rare beauty, not to be missed!