Milos is a volcanic Greek island in the Aegean Sea, just north of the Sea of Crete. Milos is the southwesternmost island in the Cyclades group and is positioned between mainland Greece and Crete.
There are plenty of things to do in Milos, your summer holiday imagination could be turned into reality when you kick off your office shoes, put on your swimming clothes, and exchange your lazy boy with a sunbed in the hot summer sun on a crystal blue water beach with the best cocktails in hand. You’ll also find nightlife options in the main port to keep you entertained through the wee hours.
This island together with all the surrounded beaches is a real tourist GEM during summertime.
The island is also relatively undiscovered, so this is the time to check it off your bucket list! Oh yes, and before I forget – DON’T forget to bring your camera – You will experience “pinch me” moments.
Kleftiko beach
The elusive Kleftiko Beach is located in the southwest corner of Milos island. If you want to experience impressive white volcanic rocks and caves, this is the beach for you.
Two of the most stunning sea arches across the globe are in Greece: “The Blue Caves” on the island of Zakynthos, the Ionian Sea, and the Kleftiko beach. These are definitely 10 of the best sea arches to visit before it’s too late.
The most popular way to reach Kleftiko is by boat tour. Kleftiko tours leave from Adamas port, the biggest town on Milos. Be sure to experience this! Depending on which company you choose, you’ll be gone for approximately 6-9 outstanding hours!
Firiplaka Beach
Firiplaka beach is the second-most popular beach in Milos, after Sarakiniko. If you picture a long stretch of glistening white sand, milky blue waters, rocky outcrops, and perfect paradise – Firiplaka is the place to be.
Firiplaka Beach is situated on the southern side of Milos Island, Greece between the other beaches of Provatas (West) and Tsigrado (East).
Rent a scooter, ATV, or a car for the day in Milos and make your way over to explore the beauty of Firiplaka.
Platheina beach
Platheina is well worth a visit beach. It is 2 Km from Plaka and you can see it from the big church in the center of the capital. Platheina is situated in a cove north of Milos which is somehow protected from the frequent Meltemi wind.
A narrow road but still in a good condition makes it easy to access this beach. In front of this beach, in the sea, stands the famous bear-rabbit figure of Milos – a rock that resembles both a bear and a rabbit, depending on the angle of view. The beach is sandy, with shallow waters and low-growing trees on the sand. Experience the unforgettable summer vibe at a small canteen providing drinks in peak season.
Nearby are also small fishing ports you can visit at Fourkovouni and Areti.
Tsigrado beach
Easy to find but difficult to access!
Tsigrado Beach is quite easy to find as it neighbors one of the more popular beaches in Milos, Fyriplaka. Tsigrado Beach is situated southeast of Provatas.
Tsigrado is a small cove on Milos island. Although this beach is surrounded by beautiful cliffs and transparent blue water it is very difficult to access. The easiest way to reach Tsigrado is by boat. If you are an adventurer you can hike there at your own risk, through a steep narrow passage.
Firopotamos beach
The perfect picture paradise Firopotamos is both a fishing port and a beach with amazing blue water.
One of the most relaxing, enjoyable, postcard-pretty beaches of Milos is in the small fishing village of Firopotamos, in the northern part of the island. The beach is less than 2 kilometers from the village of Plaka, so access could not be more convenient.
Firopotamos is known for its white houses and the blue colour of its waters. They note that the place was until recently a small fishing port. Now some of the houses give the feeling of being more summer residences. Treat yourself to this fantastic and fascinating island.
Paleochori beach
Paleochori Beach is in the south of Milos and is easily accessible for beachgoers looking to experience Milos’ volcanic history and its local vibes.
Palaiochori (at times spelled ‘Paleochori’) is a hillside village located 12 kilometers away from Plomari.
This island is a liveability and a lovability attractive village with a multitude of bright-colored houses, a few rental rooms, numerous cafes, and highly picturesque streets.
Like in any of the villages around Plomari, the locals here are extremely welcoming.
There are a few tavernas in the village where visitors can try a variety of regional dishes.
A matchless, meticulous, and memorable beach.
Agia Kiriaki beach
Agia Kiriaki Beach Milos: Agia Kyriaki is a golden spot located on the southern side of Milos, about 12 km from Plaka village and 8 km from Adamas, the port.
Agia Kiriaki is the port serving inland town of the village Trikeri, which is located at the southern point of the Pelion peninsula.
As pretty as a picture, you will fall in love with this magnificent village with its colorful small fishing port. This beautiful village deserves to be on your bucket list! The tarmac road is extremely helpful in allowing visitors to easily explore and get to know this village, as well as enjoying its absolute peace.
Papafragas beach
Do you want to experience one of the most impressive sites of Milos? Go to Papafragas beach. A huge natural swimming pool is located on top of a rock, an enormous cave carved out of the cliff’s side. A tiny path leads to the tiny strip of sand that forms this beach.
Crystalline waters of changing colours, depending on the weather and the light, welcome the visitor and invite him to enjoy their coolness. Deep dark sea caves surround this awesome place.
Provatas beach
This beautiful beach of Provatas is located on the south-western side of Milos.
Provatas is a family beach especially if you have young children.
Provatas has a beautiful beach with red-gold sand, with shallow waters.
If you are a fresh fish lover, there are many shops and taverns all around there where you can enjoy it.
The most popular attraction on this beach is a group of goats coming home around sunset time, look out for them they are adorable to watch.
Alogomandra beach
Agios Konstantinos is a lovely cove and is situated next to Agios Konstantinos a small coastal hamlet in the northeast of Milos.
The tall rocks are like a natural fence to this beach, and have pure white sand and crystalline emerald waters, definitely something unique to experience.
Gerakas beach
Gerakas beach is considered the most attractive beach. It is located in the southernmost part of the Vasilikos Peninsula and Laganas bay. This beach belongs to the National Marine Park therefore this beach is protected.
You can expect a long wide and sandy beach with crystal clear shallow water and a view of Kalonisi islet. There are big white cliffs in the far end which gives a different look to the landscape. This beach has been chosen by the Sea turtles Carretta – Caretta as a lying place. If you look carefully you can also see the protected nests of the sea turtles.
There are no water sports or Bars on the beachfront. However, within a short distance from the beach, you may find several restaurants and snack bars.
Paliorema beach
Paliorema beach is the most hidden beach on Milos island and is difficult to access. Paliorema means unfriendly river. This beach is surrounded by steep rocks and wild mountains.
The abandoned mine Thiorichia rises on this beach that is why it is different from the other surrounded beaches.
If you are longing for silence with a view, and some good swimming this beach is the go-to place.
Achivadolimni beach
Achivadolimni is a long beach in Adamas and is located 7 Km from the airport.
Achivadolimni, means clam-lake in Greek, the reference to this will be obvious to observe.
Achivadolimni is the longest beach of Milos island and is a family-friendly beach due to the long stretches of fine golden sand, the crystal-clear shallow waters, and the easy access.
Soaking in the beach under the tamarisk trees providing adequate natural shade gives you peace of mind to chill it out for a few fun hours.
This beach varies from end to end. West is wider with trees providing shade, fine sand, and shallow water. The east is deeper, and the end is narrower with high cliffs.
The Achivadolimni camping site is situated within the region offering travelers one of the best-organized campsites of Greece.
Ammoudaraki beach
Ammoudaraki is a tropical paradise a real gem in the Aegean Sea.
Ammoudaraki is a 40 minutes’ drive from the port of Milos and 1-hour from Nefeli Sunset Studios. Preferably, you need an all-wheel-drive car for the bumpy road that will take you there.
Take enough water, an umbrella, and light food if you plan to take an excursion to this beautiful paradise.
Agios Loannis beach
Agios Loannis is so well situated, taking a bus from Mykonos Town departing from Fabrika, traveling by car, or walking from Ornos beach are different ways to reach this magnificent Agios Loannis beach. The beach is named after a small chapel standing above it.
Agios Loannis Mykonos, is considered being the most sizzling, attractive, and beautiful beach on the southwest coast. This beach has soft and smooth sand and transparent blue waters.
Although this beach is quiet out of season, it can get quite crowded and festive in the most popular summer months. You can expect a superb summer holiday, as this beach offers great swimming and good snorkeling. With a sundowner, you can view the most perfect sunsets.
A summer holiday not to be missed.
Kastanas beach
Kastanas is a secluded beach on the eastern side of the island, just a bit souther from Pollonia.
Kastanas beach will surprise you when you reach this absolute hidden gem. You won’t find a crowd there as this beach is isolated, but I can guarantee you that you will be amazed by colourful pebbles and even more colourful rocks in red, orange, and violet hues.
Planning to go to this colourful island you have to keep in mind, there are no facilities – although there are signboards near the quarries.
Pollonia beach
Pollonia is such a friendly and gentle beach.
Relaxing under the shades of the trees you can overlook Kimilos islands.
For all the food lovers’ numerous excellent restaurants will serve you great and tasty refreshments.
The conditions on this island make the area great for snorkeling and sea diving. You can also experience some forms of other sea activities if you got closer to the harbour site, like shark viewing and more.
Pahena beach
Pahena is a small charming beach located 3 km from Pollonia and 7 km from Adamas and very easy to access by car or by bus.
Relaxing ambiance is the most descriptive phrase for this beach.
Despite absent sling chairs and umbrellas, it is still comfortable to relax here due to tamarisks providing natural shadow. The sea is calm and suitable for swimming with children.
This beach is not organized, but there are several hotels by the beach where you can stay for a night. But for your comfort and rest bring your food, water, and beach equipment.
Papakino beach
Papakino is the main beach of Adamas and is located 15 minutes of walk from Adamas.
This beach provides soft and smooth sand, with crystal clear water which makes swimming and water sport a must. Parts of this amazing beach are organized with sunbeds, umbrellas, and taverns.
If you want a bit of an adrenaline rush, there is a windsurfing center offering courses for all levels and renting the necessary equipment to practice this sport individually.
It is easy to stay in Papakino because there are lots of hotels and apartments to choose from, making it a great place to stay and it provides easy access to the beach, restaurants, and the town of Adamas.
Adamas beach
Adamas is the main port of Milos and the busiest settlement on the island. It has a long narrow strip that merges with the beach of Papikinou to the south.
This beach faces the port and the beautiful village of Adamas. It is protected from the north wind Meltemi which often blows. The sea is shallow and has no waves and therefore suitable for children. The beach has a lot of trees which provides enough natural shading.
Adamas has a nice promenade around the port, with many hotels, restaurants, businesses, and services. If you plan a long summer holiday this is the beach to settle at to explore all the surrounded beaches from here because most of the organized trips are departed from here.
Lagada beach
Heading from Adamas to Kefalos, you will find the signs that will lead you to Lagada beach.
Lagada beach is ideal for families with children and couples, just as several other beaches in Kefalos. The golden sands and clear blue waters are ideal to relax on the sunbeds with umbrellas from where you can go for a swim or building castles in the sand with your little ones.
Mytakas beach
Mytakas is another unique fishing village of Milos. It is located on the route from Plaka to Pollonia and is situated between Sarakiniko and Pahena.
They are separated by a high peninsula where you can park. Two beaches are located in the small bay, along with houses. Here boats can dock. These beaches are shielded from the wind. On these beaches are some trees that provide natural shade. The larger beach is to the west where you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas. From the canteen, you can order snacks and drinks to enjoy on the beach.
At the beach, in hollowed-out rocks, there are a few cottages with distinctive coloured doors where fishermen lived in the 19th century. Today, they serve as holiday homes and are rented to tourists. Exploring this is a great tick-off that you will remember for the rest of your life!
Agali beach
Agali is an ideal family sandy beach 4 km away from Chora in the picturesque Vathi Bay. It can be reached by motorbike, car or by bus.
In the area, there are hotels, rooms to rent, taverns, cafes, and a mini market that caters for the tourist and the locals. Footpaths are leading South-east to Fira beach or South-west to Galyfos beach. There are also scheduled boat trips to nearby beaches such as Agios Nikolaos beach and Livadaki beach.
Agathia beach
Agathia beach is difficult to access but worth visiting. The road that leads there is in a very bad condition but is possible with a boat trip.
Reaching the turquoise waters and the wide sandy beach will reward you for your effort to visit this fantastic paradise beach. Do you want to spend some quiet time? This beach allows you to isolate yourself and break away from the busy life.
The best time to visit this beach is when no west winds are blowing.
Agia Marina beach
Agia Marina is located in the West of Chania.
Agia Marina is part of long stretch sandy beaches that runs from Stalos to Gerani. Stalos, Agia Marina, and Platanias run into each other forming one long coastal strip and beach. It is the most developed tourist area in the Chania region. It is hard to say where Agia Marina starts and stops but the total length of the beach to the 3 resorts is about 8km.
Picture a holiday where you can relax in the hot sun at the crystal-clear beach while a cold breeze often cools you down while you enjoy a cocktail in the sand with idyllic sunsets!
This area is quite busy but the beach is wide, so it won’t feel cramped.
Where the beach of Agia Marina extends to the beach of Stalos. It is bustling and very well organized. On the western side of the port and close to Platanias you will find artificial coves ideal for swimming.
One kilometer away from the village there is the beautiful cave Nerospilia with a rich cave decoration as it was a place of worship during the Middle Minoan period.
Opposite the beach of Agia Marina lies the island of Agioi Theodoroi, but it cannot be visited. In the islet Theodorou – as the locals call it – you can only go once a year on the day of St. Theodoroi during the celebration of the temple built there.
Over the islet, there is a farm, not only for wild goats, known as kri-kri of Crete, but also for rare bird species. Other mammals such as rabbits and rats also live there.
You won’t have trouble with accommodation, you will find dozens of hotels to stay in and any kind of tourist infrastructure you might need. The best holiday awaits you this summer!
Arkoudes
Arkoudes is part of a group of rocky islets located off the coast of Milos Island in Greece. The rocks appear to show an opening mouth, a nose, eyes, ears, and a body that look rather like bears, hence their names. The rocks are about 20 feet high and the only way to see them is by boat that tours around the island. The natural sculptures are near Plathenia Beach and at the entrance of this bay of Milos.
Fatourena beach
If you follow the coast road around the Bay of Milos and turn off for Embourios at the crossroads before Agia Marina, you reach the beach of Fatourena.
Fatourena Beach is by a shallow lagoon that is more or less separated from Ormos Milou by a narrow promontory. On the outer side of the promontory facing the bay lies
A visit to Fatourena is worthwhile, especially if you would like to benefit from the location. Although the approach on the road, which is asphalted as far as Agia Marina, is very comfortable and the beaches are significantly quicker to get to than the truly isolated beaches of the west coast, very few visitors find their way here. Fatourena is perfectly fine as a sand and pebble beach and both the view across the Bay of Milos to the villages opposite and the nearby lagoon offer a really beautiful backdrop.
Glaronisia
Hotel Glaronisia is located in the beautiful village of Pollonia, on the north side of Milos island, 8 km from the Admas port.
Glaronisia is not a beach but a complex of islets that are found north of Milos, a bit off Papafragas beach. Glaronisia Island is much more than a pin on the map! Just because you don’t see sights, restaurants, hotels, or points of interest listed here, doesn’t mean they don’t exist.
Kalogeros
Kalogeros is located 57 km south of Chania city, 11 km east of Sougia, and 1 km west of Agia Roumeli. The beach is located close to the west end of Agia Roumeli. Just to the west of Papafrangas lies the tiny bay of Kapros. You can only access it by boat or by swimming from Agia Roumeli.
Kalogeros means monk and is named after a huge vertical rock.
Although Kalogeros is a perfect beach with deep blue water and beautiful pebbles and a lot of pine trees, there are no amenities closely. Kalogeros is preferred by nudists.
It is a favourite photographic subject but because of the lack of space and its position right on the road, it is not so important as a bathing beach.
Kipos beach
Kipos is a small beach on the southern side of Milos. A delightful treat! Accessible by car or by boat.
A quiet little beach with great sensation is what describes Kipos the best. The clear water makes this a beautiful and worth visit beach.
Kolibisionas beach
Kolibisionas is a remote beach on the eastern side of Milos. Accessible through a track road or by boat.
If you want to break away from the busyness and have your privacy- this is the go-to beach. It has a unique wild landscape with a pebble shore and bright blue water with short vegetation. Keep in mind that there are no tourist facilities in this area, and the closest village is Pollonia.
Psarovolada beach
Psarovolada is a lovely and charming beach next to Agia Kyriaki, on the southern side of the island.
This island is smaller in size than Agia Kiriaki and also less popular. The crystal-clear blue water with high cliffs as a backdrop is a describes of Psarovolada the best. The beach has soft sand that adds to its charm together with crystal clear water. No formal tourist facilities with the closest located at Agia Kiriaki, only a short distance away by foot. This beach is also accessible by boat.
Psathi beach
Located about 40 minutes north of the dock and main area, Psathi beach can be found on the northern side of the island. The drive is worth it. Best accessed via a car as there is not a lot around, the closest and only restaurant is about 5 minutes walking away. Unfortunately, the restaurant nearly never menu looks good but rarely had available what was on offer. You can also access the beach via a shuttle bus that goes to and from the northern area into the city daily for very cheap. You can step out of the hotel and literally on the beach, it such a beautiful place. With a limited of rooms available, only 5 rooms by my best guess, it is so available. You need to make sure of your booking as rooms may be scarce at times, this is all dependent on the season. This is a very nice and quaint place. The facilities in each room are excellent. You will have a fridge, aircon, television, kettle. I had the beach all to myself most of the time which created a very peaceful and calm environment.
Rivari beach
Rivari is very close to Embourios, the only inhabited settlement 2 Km northwest from Milos and next to Fatourena beach. When you reach the old church of Agia Marina, you will see Rivari from the above before you descend to it.
Rivari can be divided into a lagoon and a beachside. The outer part of the lagoon has a long and narrow strip with sand and gravel. The low-growing trees providing shade and nests for the migrating birds.
There are no facilities and very few people.
Tria Pigadia Beach
This remote and small beach on the eastern side of Milos is called Tria Pigadia, situated between the Agali and Kastanas beaches with the Pollonia village being the closest. Accessibility through tp the beach via boat or Jeep track. No tourist facilities and not formally organized. The coast of Tria Pigadia is a bit uncomfortable to walk on because of the rock’s that dot the landscape. This surrounding is and wild, with low cliffs and short grass and shrubs.
Triades beach
Triades is a beach on the western coast of Milos, a track road will take you there.
For interest shake, Triades means trinity in Greek and is part of 3 beaches where different ridges separate these beaches from each other. They are the most secluded beaches nearby Milos. Sometimes in the evening, they are affected by strong winds.
Although Triades is a natural scenic area it is not organized at all and no tourist facilities are found close by.
Still worthwhile to pass by.
Vani beach
Vani Beach is very famous because of its colourful mine and is located at the most northwestern spot of Milos. It can easily be reached by car or by boat.
Vani is approximately 25km from Adamas, an impressive abandoned manganese mine. The exploitation lasted for several decades, started back in 1871, and. Living in the mines for an entire week was the norm back then, the workers returned by fishing boats to Adamas after completing the week’s work. The mine ceased operations as far back as 1928 due to reducing ore prices and being uneconomical. Administration buildings ruin still scatter the countryside and a colorful path that takes visitors to the picturesque quaint beach with beautiful pebbles in vibrant colours. The last 3-4km of the road to Vani needs a 4WD vehicle, like this because of a real 4×4 trek. The rest of the road is normal and in good drivable condition. No refreshments or shops are available with the closest store back at the port of Adamas. This trip usually takes about 45 minutes from Vani by car. You will get a glimpse of the great rock of Cape Vani once reaching the beach, this impressive vertical outcrop, just popping out of the deep blue sea as if someone tossed it into the sea. This is a mecca doe rock climber from around the world and an iconic climbing spot in the Greek islands, if not the most iconic spot.
Voudia beach
Away from the civil beaches, Voudia is located on the northeastern side of the island.
Taking the northern bumpy road, you will pass the turn-offs for Sarankiniko, Alogomandra, Papafaragas, and the town of Pollonia. Taking a quad bike will be a good idea to tackle the rough off-road, and of course, you will know that having an area map is always a good idea.
Once you reach Voudia beach it will surprise you with white stones and milky blue water that washes up on the shore ever so calmly. There are no facilities such as toilets or nearby cafes, therefore I will suggest you take your backpack with your refreshments and toiletries.
If you are on the lookout for adventure you can add this beach to your visit list.
Gerontas beach
Gerontas beach is located in the southern part of Milos. More worth it to go there by boat but is also accessible by car.
The beach of Gerontas is a small hidden gem set among the rocks, where you will find the tiny little beach of sand and the special dark pebbles.
There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, but never mind – still, you can enjoy the beauty that surrounds you and relax and chill it out on the sunny beach or in the still quiet waters.
Oh yes and don’t forget your snorkel kit, there are beautiful natural arches, caves, and ridges that await to be discovered and to be explored.
Looking for some quietness, peace, and relaxation combined with a bit of adventure? This is the beach on the list.
