Porto Beach, also known as Agios Ioannis, is a sheltered sandy beach on Tinos’s south-eastern coast, one of the island’s most developed resort areas. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical tips for planning your visit.
This guide was updated in August 2026. A national law now requires at least 70 percent of every Greek beach to remain free of sunbeds, so expect more open sand at Porto than in previous years, even during peak season.
Quick facts
| Opening hours | Always open (public beach); beach bars typically open morning until evening |
| Ticket prices | Free to access; sunbeds and umbrellas priced individually by beachfront operators |
| Address | Agios Ioannis (Porto), Tinos 842 00, about 7 km east of Tinos Town |
| Nearest transport | Bus from Tinos Town to the Porto line stop, about a 7-minute walk to the beach |
| Typical visit length | Half a day to a full day |
Porto Beach opening hours
The beach itself has no set opening hours, since it is a public shoreline accessible at any time.
Beach bars, tavernas, and sunbed rental typically operate from morning until evening during the summer season.
Porto Beach ticket prices
There is no charge to access the beach or use its free sections of sand.
Sunbeds and umbrellas are rented individually from beachfront operators, with prices varying by season and location along the bay.
Porto Beach is not included in any city pass, since beach access on Tinos is free and unticketed.
Background information was checked on the official website and last updated in August 2026.
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How to get to Porto Beach
Buses from Tinos Town stop at the Porto line bus stop, from where the beach is about a 7-minute walk.
By car, the drive from Tinos Town takes around 15 minutes.
Taxis are also available from Tinos Town and the ferry port.
Parking near Porto Beach
Parking is available along the road above the beach, though space can be limited at the busiest points in summer.
How long to spend at Porto Beach
Most visitors spend half a day to a full day, given the range of tavernas and calm, sheltered water.
The sheltered bay makes it a comfortable base for a longer stay, even when the meltemi wind is strong elsewhere on the island.
Accessibility at Porto Beach
The beach has a paved access road and reasonably level approach, though there is no confirmed dedicated sea-access equipment for wheelchair users, unlike some other Tinos beaches.
Visitors with mobility needs may find nearby Agios Romanos beach, which has installed sea-access equipment, a more suitable option.
Inside Porto Beach: what to see
Porto Beach lies within a larger bay that also includes the adjoining beaches of Agios Sostis, Laouti, and Agia Kyriaki, connected by a walkable stretch of sand and coastal road.
Sheltered by the surrounding bay, the beach is comparatively protected from the strong northern winds that affect much of Tinos in summer.
Tamarisk trees along parts of the shore provide natural shade, unusual among the Cyclades’s more exposed beaches.
A small chapel, Agios Ioannis, gives the beach its alternate name and marks one end of the bay.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip |
|---|
| Choose Porto over more exposed beaches on windy days, since the bay offers natural shelter. |
| Walk towards Agios Sostis for a quieter stretch of the same bay, a short walk away. |
| Bring cash for smaller tavernas, since not all accept cards. |
| Check current sunbed rules before travelling in peak season, since national regulations now limit commercial sunbed coverage. |
| Watch for algae after storms, since south-westerly winds occasionally bring seaweed onto the sand. |
Frequently asked questions about Porto Beach
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Porto Beach suitable for children? | Yes, the sheltered, generally calm water suits families well. |
| Do you need to book sunbeds in advance? | Not usually, though arriving early helps in peak season. |
| Is Porto Beach accessible by public bus? | Yes, via a bus from Tinos Town to the Porto line stop. |
| Is Porto Beach sheltered from the wind? | Yes, its position within a bay offers more protection than many other Tinos beaches. |
| Is there an entrance fee? | No, the beach itself is free; only sunbeds and umbrellas are charged. |
Things to do near Porto Beach
Agios Sostis Beach, in the same bay, is a short walk away with its own small chapel. Pachia Ammos Beach, a scenic but steep walk further north, offers a quieter, more secluded setting.
Tinos Town, with Panagia Evangelistria and the harbourfront, is about 15 minutes away by car. Kionia Beach, closer to Tinos Town, offers another organised sandy option.
Alternative attractions
Agios Sostis Beach offers a similarly sandy, sheltered alternative in the same bay. Kolympithra Beach, on the island’s north coast, provides both an organised and a quieter, unserviced section.
Elia Beach, on Mykonos, is a comparable long, well-organised beach a short ferry ride away. Plaka Beach, on Naxos, offers a similarly extensive stretch of sand on a different island.
More Cyclades travel
Other Cyclades travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
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- How to plan your visit to the Lost Atlantis Experience, Skaros Rock, Oia Castle and Maritime Museum of Oia on Santorini.
- Practical guide to visiting the Yria Archaeological Site on Naxos.
- Can you go inside the Kato Mili windmills on Mykonos?
- The Mykonos to Delos ferry: Times, prices and departure point.
