When you enter Gaios from the north you come across of two small islands, the fist one is Panayia and the second one is St. Nicholas Island. In Panayia there is a wonderful white-washed monastery. On the 15th August, the doors of the Monastery open to the pulic to pay homage to their patron saint.

Saint Nicholas

Saint Nicholas Island forms a natural breakwater which leads to the picturesque inlet of Gaios harbor. There visitors will find the two small churches of St Nicholas and St Ioannis and the old Venetian fort built in 1423. Around Gaios square visitors will find a number of taverns, local shops, cafe bars, more tavernas and gift shops. In the centre of the square is the church of St Apostoli.

Places to Visit

1. The Church of Agioi Apostoloi ( behind the bus stop).
2. The Early Christian church of Agia Marina, in Porto of Ozias 
3. The Museum of Paxos
4. To the cistern of Agioi Apostoloi( on the right side of the church)
5. The mill of Lessianitis (in Tranakatika)
6. The cliff of Mousmouli( from Tranakatika)
7. The castle of St Nicholas

Gaios Amenities

1. Beaches: There is a town beach in Gaios, though most people hire a boat to access the beaches on Anti-Paxos or elsewhere around the island.
2. Car hire: There are several places to hire a car, moped or scooter in Gaios.
3. Mooring for boats: The harbour in Gaios provides very safe mooring for all types of yachts and motor boats.
4. Atms: There is a bank and several ATM machines in Gaios.
5. Churches: There is an Orthodox church in Gaios in the main square.  
6. Water sports: Boat hire is available from several places along the water-front.
7. Car Hire: There are several places to hire a car, moped or scooter in Gaios.