Hug the Sea
Milos
The small island has one of the best volcanic coastlines in the world.
Here, the ancient volcano's slopes gently sink into the Aegean providing easy access to the water. Black sand, yellow sulfur patches, and smooth coastal cliffs of centuries-old ash are reminders of the island's nature. Milos has a unique diversity of beaches.
Find a beach based on your preferences and our recommendations below.
North
Sarakiniko cliffs
Rocky
Access by an Asphalt road
+
a short walk downhill
Might get crowded
Strong current (when its windy)
Deep water
View on Kimolos
Sun leaves late
- The best spot with the best view is located to the West of the sand beach (to the left of it as you walk towards the sea) by the little grotto.
- As you continue walking westwards, you get more privacy & the views don't get any worse.
- Meltemi wind makes waves grow fast. Avoid going to the water by the cliffs if the water gets turbulent. It is more dangerous than it seems!
- The ash rocks are smooth but can be sharp. Be careful!
Underwater world
Cliff jumping
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Pachena beach
Notice
Use the location above & follow the pathway towards the destroyed house, it is your landmark.
Sandy
Access by an Asphalt road
other beaches nearby
Strong current (when its windy)
View on Kimolos
Sun leaves late
Kapros beach
Attention
Before cliff jumping, find a place to climb ashore from the water. It is important!
The natural pool is deep enough for any kind of jumping. Tested by a heavy & tall person.
Sandy
Access by an Asphalt road
+
a little hike downhill from the road to the water
other beaches nearby
Strong current (when its windy)
Cliff jumping
Shallow water
Open Sea
early shadow
South
Paleochori beach
Notice
The beach is divided into three parts.
Central beach - the biggest one with 2 bars, tavernas & parking.
West beach - a bar & a parking lot. Access through the bar or by a walk/swim from the Central b.
East beach - access only by a swim from the Central b.
Sandy
2 Tavernas
3 Beach Bars
Access by an Asphalt road
Might get crowded
Deep water
Underwater world
Open Sea
Sun leaves late
Attention
Yellow patches on the cliffs are an indication of volcanic sulfur. It has a specific smell...
Stay away from those patches to avoid it.
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other beaches nearby
West
Gerontas Beach
Sandy
Access by a Dirt road
+
a little hike downhill to the water
likely to be alone
Shallow water
Underwater world
Cliff jumping
Open Sea
early shadow
Kleftiko bay
& Parking
Notice
To get to the hike, you will need to drive a long & partially damaged dirt road.
Bring shoes & water for the hike.
We don't provide/promote/recommend any particular boat trip yet. The boat tours to here cost ~100 €
If you are hiking, the only way to get around the bay is swimming.
Rocky
Access by feet (~40 min hike)
&
by boat tour/private boat
Might get crowded
Deep water
Underwater world
Cliff jumping
Open Sea
early shadow
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Agios Ioannis Beach
Sandy
Access by a Dirt road
likely to be alone
be aware of nudists
other beaches nearby
Shallow water
Sun leaves late
Notice
The beach is split into 3 parts.
Two smaller and more secluded beaches are around the capes to the North.
They are accessible by walking (you will need shoes) / swimming.
Underwater world
View on Antimilos & Sunset
Ammoudaraki Beach
Sandy
Access by a Dirt road
likely to be alone
be aware of nudists
other beaches nearby
Shallow water
Notice
The beach is split into 3 parts.
Each part has a separate parking & entrance. Central beach is the biggest one, while East beach is the smallest.
View on Antimilos & Sunset
Sun leaves late
Agathia Beach
Sandy
Access by a Dirt road
+
a little hike downhill to the water
other beaches nearby
Shallow water
Underwater world
Sunset & Open Sea
Sun leaves late
Achivadolimni Beach
Notice
Parking 1 is located right by the sand.
Parking 2 is located by the asphalt road. Take the stairs to get down. Find them by the road sign saying "To the beach".
Sandy
Beach Bar
Access by a Dirt road
+
a little hike downhill to the water
Shallow water
Gets windy
Naussa & Adamas (towns)
Sun leaves late
Triades Beach
Notice
The beach is split into 4 parts.
You can park relatively close to each one. Or hike/swim over/around the capes separating them.
We don't recommend driving down to the point where the road is covered with sand. You might have trouble going up later.
Sandy
Access by a Dirt road
+
a little hike downhill to the water
likely to be alone
be aware of nudists
other beaches nearby
Shallow water
View on Antimilos & Sunset
Sun leaves late
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