Peloponnese places · Kyparissi
A little-known village on the Myrtoan Sea, split into three settlements, with pebble beaches, old churches, hiking trails and a growing name among climbers. What to see, and why it is worth the winding drive.
The short answer
Kyparissi sits on the Laconian coast, south of Leonidio, in a landscape of steep mountains and clear water. It is actually three villages, strung between the hillside and the sea, and it is one of the quietest places on the east coast.
The drive is long and winding, which is exactly why it has stayed unspoilt. There is no resort here, only small beaches, tavernas, old churches and a lot of space.
We live just up the coast, and Kyparissi is one of the places we send guests who want to get away from everything. This is what we would tell a friend.
Written by the Sampatiki Suites team. Updated September 2026.
Best for
Quiet, swimming, walking
Time needed
A day, better a night
The setting
Three villages, three beaches
From our coast
A long, winding drive
What to see
The three villages
Vrissi is the highest of the three, on the mountain slope. Paralia has houses that practically touch the sea, and Mitropolis lies between them. Together they make a small, calm coastal community.
The beaches
There are three beaches: a small one beside the dock, a larger one between Paralia and Mitropolis, and Agia Kyriaki about three kilometres from the centre. All are small pebble and very clear.
The old city
The ruins of an old settlement, for those who like a walk with a bit of history.
The castle
The remains of a Byzantine castle on the hill, with views of the coast.
The churches
Two pretty churches, built in 1893 and 1833, that add to the village’s calm.
The trails
Paths lead to small chapels, hidden springs, remote beaches and caves, and to the abandoned village of Kapsala.
The cliffs
In recent years Kyparissi has become known as a climbing destination, an added reason to visit in the cooler months.
Our tip
Fill your fuel tank before you set off, take water and cash, and allow plenty of time. The road is slow, and there are few services.
Eat and stay
Kyparissi has a handful of tavernas where the menu is simple and the fish is fresh. Eat outside, order whatever the cook recommends and watch the light change on the bay.
Most visitors come for the day, but a night here is lovely. There are a few rooms and small hotels, and the evenings are very quiet.
Kyparissi and the east coast
Kyparissi is far enough from the main roads that most guests treat it as a special day out, not a base. Use the east coast as your headquarters, with the beaches, the trails and the red cliffs, and make a day of Kyparissi when you want to see somewhere quieter still.
If you want help planning the drive, ask our reception team when you stay. We can tell you the current road conditions and where is open.
From us at Sampatiki
Planning a day at Kyparissi? Breakfast starts at 07:00, we can pack a takeaway box and our reception can tell you which roads and tavernas are open. Come back to a sunset and the spa.
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Questions
Where is Kyparissi?
Kyparissi is a village on the Myrtoan Sea in Laconia, south of Leonidio, on the east coast of the Peloponnese.
What is Kyparissi like?
Quiet and unspoilt. It is three small settlements, Vrissi, Mitropolis and Paralia, with pebble beaches, old churches and mountain trails.
Are there beaches at Kyparissi?
Yes. There are three small pebble beaches with very clear water, including Agia Kyriaki about three kilometres from the village.
Is Kyparissi good for hiking?
Yes. Paths lead to small chapels, springs, remote beaches, caves and the abandoned village of Kapsala.
Can you climb at Kyparissi?
Yes. It has become known in recent years as a climbing destination, although most climbers base themselves around Leonidio.
How far is Kyparissi from Leonidio?
It is a long, winding drive on mountain roads, so allow plenty of time and ask locally for the current road conditions.
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