Euboea Island is the second biggest island in Greece after Crete situated to the north from Athens. Island is connected with the continent with two bridges. The oldest bridge of Euripus of only 14 meters is situated over the Euripus Strait.  The extraordinary changes of tide which take place in this passage have been a subject of note since classical times. At one moment the current runs like a river in one direction, and shortly afterwards with equal velocity in the other. A bridge was first constructed here in the twenty-first year of the Peloponnesian War (410 BC). The name Euripus was corrupted during the Middle Ages into Evripo and Egripo, and in this latter form transferred to the whole island. The second new bridge of 600 meters is only for automobile transportation.

Euboea Island is the contrast of rich nature recourses, interesting history and typical Greek atmosphere. Though the island is situated comparatively close to Athens, the atmosphere here is quiet and relaxing. Unbelievably beautiful beaches, pure sea, pine tree forests, impressive mountains in combination with noisy Greek taverns, tasty kitchen and plenty of wine make your rest here unforgettable. 

Chalkida is the capital of the Island situated on the Strait of Euripos in its narrowest point. The buildings of Castro district are constructed in ancient Venetian and Turkish style. This area is inhabited by Turkish and Jewish families moved here in 1980 from Frakia. The most interesting object is the Church of Saint Paraskevi, which was once the chief church of the Venetians; it dates from the Byzantine period, though many of its architectural features are Western. In 1899, Chalkida became the prefectural capital of Euboea.

Eretria located on the western coast of the island, was an important Greek polis in 5^th-6^th B.C. The modern town of Eretria was established in 1824, after Greek Independence, and is now a popular beachside resort. Excavations of ancient Eretria began in the 1890s and have been conducted since 1964 by the Greek Archaeological Service (11th Ephorate of Antiquities) and the Swiss School of Archeology in Greece, who also established its archaeological museum, which displays finds from Eretria and Lefkandi. The town can be reached from Attica by ferry or through Chalkida by car. It's an important station on the way to the south of the island. It has many taverns and a long beach promenade. The archaeological excavations are located on the northern edge of the modern town.

The road from Chalkida to Eretria passes by the fine Malakonta beach which has ample facilities for tourists and then goes through the village of Vassiliko which possesses distinctive local color and a Venetian tower. Close by are the seaside settlements of Lefkanti and Kambos. Continuing South along the coastal road, on the shores of the Strait of Euboea, one comes upon the township of Amarinthos which has a fine beach, tranquil surroundings and plenty of attractive fish dishes to offer.
Continuing South, the road comes upon the fork for Lepoura from which it leads to Karistos. The area is thick with pinewoods and, in the past, fossils of pre-historic animals were found there. Inland lies the township of Stira where lots of streams flow amid spreading plane trees. Further South is the village of Marmari. All around are picturesque sites and excellent beaches. There is a ferry-boat service to Rafina. The Island becomes more wooded with plane trees, pine trees in the north. It is worth visiting the village of Prokopi with its church of Agios Ioannis Rossos which attracts numerous pilgrims. The large village of Mantoudi, beyond Prokopi, overlooks the plain of ancient Kirintha from a height. There are plane trees and pine trees everywhere. The road then descends the mountainside of Kandili and passes through picturesque villages such as Skepasti and Kehries. The road leads into Limni a really charming township with a long history and well preserved traditions whose white houses are reflected in the waters of the Gulf of Euboea.

In 172 km from Chalkida there is resort called Edipsos. It is one of the biggest resorts in Greece Thermae Sylla Spa with hot medical springs mentioned by Aristotle and Strabo.  Thermae Sylla Spa was built in the most beautiful location of the town in 1987. It was considered a precious jewel for the area, and later welcomed guests such as Aristotle Onassis, Maria Callas, Sir Winston Churtchill, Omar Shariff, Greta Garbo and others. Nowadays it is a combination of an ultra-modern Spa-resort and a luxurious hotel.