Family trip to Seriphos Island with children. Ideas on where to go with your child

Curious and active children who are not dependent on modern gadgets will definitely fall in love with Serifos Island. You will not find a large number of attractions here, there are only several playgrounds and slot machines at hotels, and animator services at large hotels. However, if you choose the right approach, the child will be hardly bored here. There are many opportunities to spend time with your child and be satisfied at the end of your holidays. The main thing is your own mood and desire to show something new to your child.

For example, you can visit the abandoned mine, where the child will get the opportunity to learn about the profession of a miner in the old days. There is also a small mining museum, where the child will be shown a variety of different tools and told where, how and when they were used. Your child will certainly be happy to enter inside of the mine, listen to the guide, see the trolleys, and learn all about the working conditions of the miners of that time. Who would refuse to visit the place of Indiana Jones or other heroes of movies and cartoons, bravely descended into abandoned mines searching for treasure?

If you want to immerse yourself in a fairy tale with your child, you can go to the cave of the legendary Cyclops Polyphemus. If your child is not yet familiar with Odyssey, then here is the time for a brief retelling of this wonderful work. Although Homer didn’t mention where the Cyclops lived, locals believe that the birthplace of Polyphemus was Serifos. There is the cave of Koutalas, also known as the cave of Cyclops. The cave was unknown for centuries until it was accidentally discovered in 1893 by miners who were looking for iron and copper. Moreover, there is another object dedicated to Polyphemus. This is Psaropyrgos, also called the Throne of the Cyclops. This is a rather unusual structure which height is 9 meters. Modern science can’t tell us why ancient Greeks built this monument. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If your child is fond of stories about knights, dragons and princesses, then you should show him Kastro tis Grias (the old woman's castle) - a pretty well-preserved fortress built five centuries ago by Venetians. Here the locals were looking for shelter from pirate raids and unfriendly neighbours. Walls of the fortification provide a magnificent view. In addition, the fortress is built on the ruins of the ancient Acropolis, which may be interesting to a child, who is already a little familiar with the history of world civilizations. If your child is interested in ancient Greek myths and legends, you should show him the ruins of the ancient fortress. Who knows, maybe Odysseus or Achilles visited similar constructions during their wanderings.

Be sure to take your child to the local Archaeological Museum, which can be found in the capital of the island, the city of Serifos. Here is a fairly extensive collection of finds of the ancient period. The pride of the Museum is a large number of ancient Greek amphorae, which are perfectly preserved to this day. If the child is interested in the life of Greek people a century and a half ago, it is necessary to show him the exposition of the Folk Museum. Here are household items, artwork and costumes of the Cycladic period. In addition, the interior of the Museum is designed in the style of a traditional Greek house. You should just walk through the incredibly beautiful streets of the capital with your family and visit the Schiller School, a typical construction of Cycladic architecture.

The island is a nice place for hiking. There are routes for an hour or two, which can be passed by all children. Furthermore, there are roads for half a day, which will appeal to young naturalists and botanists who want to get acquainted with the local flora and fauna. If your child knows how to ride a bike, you can go on a bike ride together. For example, to the abandoned Xero Chorio village. If you want, you can explore the island by car, it is the best way to get to the remote beaches in a short time.

If your child is not too fond of sand, it is best to go to Vaya Beach. Ganema Beach is nice for holidays with kids – there is almost always a shadow from the trees growing nearby. Lia is a good place for children who do not like noisy companies, and Kalo is the best choice for young snorkelers. You can come to the port and join excursions around the island with the child or go to the neighbouring parts of the land. Here you can also try scuba diving in local waters if your child already knows how to handle scuba diving equipment. Many children like sea fishing, water skiing and attractions that can be found on the beaches near Livadi.