Patmos, situated between Leros and Ikaria, is a mountainous island with rocky soil and an abundance of small coves.
The majestic fortress  monastery crowns the hill above the port, surrounded by dazzling white, cubelike houses which spill down its flanks. Interspersed among them are miniscule churches and grand sea captains' mansions, separated from each other by narrow lanes, high walls and small squares opening onto breath  catching views over the Aegean. 
Ships arriving at Patmos island dock in the island's harbour, Skala, a lively place with its white houses, flowered courtyards, fish tavernas, hotels, restaurants, cafes and shops. North of Skala is the village of Kambos, set among trees and greenery, and near it is what many consider to be the island's finest beach. Patmos town (Chora) is a medieval town built around the Monastery of St. John the Theologian. The town is quite beautiful and is comprised of whitewashed houses, grand manors, splendid small squares, a number of churches and narrow alleyways. Skala is the port and capital town of Patmos island and is the busiest settlement. Visitors are offered a wide range of Patmos hotels that are situated in lovely settings close to the beach, dining and entertainment venues, the Apocalypse Cave and the Monastery of St. John the Theologian Patmos. In the lovely seaside resort of Grikos, guests can stay in luxurious suites and rooms with a view of the beautiful Grikos Bay.

Patmos island has some of the cleanest sea waters in the Aegean, with numerous pebbly and sandy beaches. Some beaches are popular and organized, while some are quiet and secluded, providing visitors with several options, depending on their needs and preference. Do not let the fact that Patmos is a holy island fool you. It has a number of fabulous nightlife venues, most of which are located in Skala, the island's port, and in Patmos Town. The bars in Town, close at 2 am, at which time there is a mass transfer of people to the clubs and bars in Skala, keeping Patmos nightlife strong till the early morning hours. Charming tavernas and restaurants can be found throughout the island. Most serve the traditional dishes, including goat in lemon sauce, pork in wine sauce, stuffed calamari, fresh fish and Patmos cheese pie.

Patmos has an excellent climate, as do the rest of the islands in the Dodecanese cluster. The weather in Patmos island is mild throughout most of the year, except in winter when rainfall is quite common.
In summer, the weather is typically Mediterranean, warm and dry, with sunny skies, while the temperature of the sea is comfortable from spring to fall. You can travel to Patmos island by ferry boats or high speed boats that depart from Athens ( Pireaus Port ). High speeds and ferries are frequent, especially in the summer, when tourism on Patmos island is at its peak. High speed and ferry boats to Port in Skala also depart from other Dodecanese islands, some Cyclades islands and Samos. The cost of boat fares for Patmos island depend on the season and the type of boat, so book in advance to pay lower fares. Depending on the number of stops the ferry makes at other islands, the trip from Piraeus Port to Patmos Port (Skala) may last anywhere between 9 to 11 hours.

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