Which city in Greece has a lot of cats?

What some people may not know is that it's also famous for its population of feline friends! Santorini is home to an incredible number of stray cats. From brown to white, speckled to striped, these friendly furballs survive off the town's generous residents and, during the summer, island tourists.



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Athens, Greece aka the Cat Capital… and our Homemade Vegan Gyros!

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There are plenty of stray cats everywhere in Greece. The point is: Does it really worth to avoid such a great experience as a trip there because of the cats? That's up to you... There are at least 50 percent less cats on Mount Athos.

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Visitors to Greece are often alarmed at the skinny cats they see wandering around. They aren't pampered pets such as we have here in the UK, but have to earn their keep by catching rodents. Most do actually have homes although you will always see them wandering around cafes and restaurants looking for an easy meal.

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Corfu, Greece scores a medium on our Cat Safari meter. Chances are around 50% you will see a cat if you keep your eyes open. Stay away from the busy tourist areas and wander a bit.

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These Cats Are Mostly Strays For the most part, the cats that you see wandering around Greece are usually strays. They tend to behave in a similar way as other wildcats and tend to mark out a territory that they call their own.

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If you've come on vacation to Greece and fallen head over heels in love with a stray, you will need to take it to a local vet for a comprehensive medical check, vaccinations, and, most importantly, a pet passport, if you want to take it home with you.

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Santorini is home to an incredible number of stray cats. From brown to white, speckled to striped, these friendly furballs survive off the town's generous residents and, during the summer, island tourists. Without its furry community, Santorini would simply not be the same.

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