Andros is only 6 sea miles from Evia, but the heavy currents and winds require a longer ferry journey than would be otherwise necessary emphasising its island status. Although the climate and the architecture are typical of the Cyclades, the greener scenery and the vineyards appear to announce the proximity to Evia and the mainland. The capital town of Hora is perched on an eastern outcrop and is characterised by Patritian houses dating back to the XVIII-XIX centuries; a ruined Venetian castle used to dominate from the top of the peninsula. A small archaeological museum in the town gathers finding from Zagora and Paleopoli.
The island offers beautiful beaches such as Xylokarida, Kipri and Psili Ammos. Other beautiful beaches are Kolona, Stivari, Delevoya and Agia Marina.
In the south, there is Batsi, the most developed and cosmopolitan village of the island. It has a well organized sandy beach with shallow waters suitable for small children.
There is a good selection of tourist facilities including water sports and in particular those favoured by the wind such as windsurfing are very popular.