Best Milos Greece Beaches

Milos is one of THE best islands to visit in Greece. Definitely don’t miss Milos on your Greek island itinerary. In this article, you’ll find my list for the Best Milos Greece Beaches.

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What You Need to Know About Milos, Greece

You’ll want a minimum of 3 full days to enjoy the best Milos, Greece beaches. Actually, 5 days is much better, especially if you’re not up at the crack of dawn like me to pack the days full of activities.

Rent a scooter or car for the utmost freedom to explore the island. We love scooters for the ease of parking and the wind in our hair but it is a little tricky to carry a bunch of stuff with you. Bring or get your international driver’s permit in order to rent here!

Milos island is small. It is only 14 by 8 miles in size with a population right around 5,000 spread over a dozen villages or so.

The best time of year to visit Milos is from May to October. I’m a fan of September because school is back in session so the crowds die down a bit, but the ocean is still warm.

You can fly to Milos from Athens or take the ferry from Athens and most other islands. You can check the ferry schedule and book tickets HERE.

Where to Stay in Milos

There are about a dozen towns on the horseshoe shaped island of Milos, Greece and few of those shouldn’t be missed.

Adamas is the main port town when you arrive by ferry and there are a few cute restaurants on the waterfront.

Pollonia is a cute little fishing beach town to the northeast of Milos which is popular among tourists and has a number of restaurants.

Plaka is picturesque village at the highest point on the island. It has a more typical Greek village vibe with narrow streets.

Klima is an adorable and tiny village right on the water famous for its colorful boat houses on the water.

We chose to stay in Pollonia in Milos and found it well located for exploring the island and grabbing dinner easily. Our hotel, the beautiful Salt Suites, had stylish rooms and sea view balconies.

Hotels in Milos

There are tons of gorgeous hotels, and you’ll find lots of options throughout Adamas, Plaka, and Pollonia. I’ve chosen just to list a few super unique options for you though!

For 5 star luxury: White Coast Pool Suites

For budget friendly but great reviews: Semiramis Guest House or Giannoulis Hotel

To stay in a windmill: Windmill Karamitsos or Anastasia’s Windmill

To stay on the beach in an old boat house style studio: Studio Paradiso or Blue Sea House

Best Milos Greece Beaches

Now what we’re all here for. The best beaches in Milos, Greece. There are quite a few unique and epic beaches on Milos, probably making it my favorite Greek island for that reason. You can click on the blue location markers on the map to see the names.

Kleftiko Beach

You. Can. Not. Miss. Kleftiko. Kleftiko Beach can basically only be accessed via the water. There are a number of companies that take day tours to the area. We went with Excellent Yachting and had a blast. You can read the description on Get Your Guide and book ahead. Prices are in the $130-$150 per person range but it’s definitely worth it! Most tours depart from the Port of Adamas and are

You can actually hike to Kleftiko however I read there were poisonous red vipers in the area which instantly ruled that out for me. Relaxing on a boat where lunch, snorkeling, and a dinghy boat ride into caves were provided sounded more my style.

Here are a few of the top rated day trips to Kleftiko:

Sarakiniko Beach

Similar to Kleftiko in the sense that it’s not a sandy beach like you’re probably used to, Sarakiniko is a dramatic white rocky landscape with emerald blue water. It can get busy during the day, so I recommend visiting at different times of the day. We rode our scooter one morning before sunrise and it was definitely worth watching the sun rise from the rock cliffs. We also stopped in the middle of the day and sunset to see the difference in lighting and crowds.

The parking area is a little ways from the beach, but it only takes a few minutes to walk.

At Sarakiniko, there is a small shallow inlet you can swim in or swim out to the ocean from or some people jump off the cliffs. It’s a truly beautiful place unlike anywhere else.

Firiplaka Beach

Firiplaka Beach is really beautiful. When you arrive at the parking lot, the view overlooking the beach is stunning. You have go down a steep trail to arrive. There is one little beach bar (with not such great reviews, unfortunately) and you can rent sun beds with umbrellas (20 euros) and order drinks or food. It’s a nice environment for relaxing and people watching, without being too crowded or pretentious. The water is shallow and calm so it’s a good place for swimming.

Tsigrado Beach

This unique little obstacle course beach is right by Firiplaka, which is why you might as well give it a visit when you’re in the area. Apparently you can even paddle from Firiplaka around the corner to Tsigrado beach. To access the beach, you have to go down two sketchy wooden ladders and through a little narrow rocky canyon. The beach is quite tiny, so if it’s not crowded, it’s fine. But if there are a handful of people, it will feel too full. This one is not for someone with a physical disability, elderly, or young children.

There is actually not a whole lot to the beach itself. It’s a small little cove. I’d put this in the category of being worth checking it out but don’t expect to spend the day there or be super impressed. It’s more about the adventure getting there, to be honest.

Kastanas Beach

Ahh Kastanas. I don’t know what about this beach made it one of my favorites. Maybe it was that we had it to ourselves. Or maybe it was the unique colors and patterns of the rocks. Or perhaps it was the beautiful sound of pebbles clinking together as the waves washed up and down the shore.

It’s a bit of a drive on dirt roads and the beach is not sandy. So bring water shoes and either a beach chair or thicker beach blanket if you care about being comfortable. I recall Google maps trying to take us incorrectly into a “do not enter” road. Instead, follow the wooden sign that say “Kastanas” and that will lead you right to the beach. Kastanas Beach was one of my absolute favorites on Milos.

Papafragas Beach

In my opinion, the best thing about this beach is the name. It’s just fun to say. Otherwise it is quite small and right off the side of the road so it can be crowded. It is unique though.

There is a small cave in the back and the beach is tiny but set in a steep walled little canyon. It’s worth a visit, especially if you can come early when there are fewer people.

Thiorichia (Old Sulfur Mines)

Following the theme of unique beaches found on Milos, this one is another winner. This one I unfortunately only saw from the boat the day we visited Kleftiko, but I’d certainly make it a point to step foot on the beach next time.

The setting (as the name makes obvious) is the abandoned industrial site of a sulfur mine. The beach is pebbly sand and wide. With the backdrop of the relics of the past, it’s a bit eery but fascinating!

Plathiena Beach

Full disclosure, I didn’t visit this beach. I’m not sure how I missed it! It’s not too far from Pollonia but somehow it wasn’t on my radar. It’s a big white sandy beach with stunning turquoise water. There are sun beds to rent and a little beach bar.

Alogomandra Beach

Only 8 minutes from Pollonia, somehow I missed this one too. It probably doesn’t look like much from the road, but there is a cave that goes back from the beach. It’s rather small, but the beach is sandy and the rock formations are unique. During much of day, you can get a ton of shade against the rocky wall lining the beach.

Triades Beaches

Triades (meaning trinity in Greek) actually consists of 3 beaches. So there are 3 small sandy coves in a row separated by cliffs on the western part of Milos island.

There’s a good chance you’d have the beaches to yourself, as the drive is a bit long and the road is not in great condition.There are no facilities for food or bathrooms here. It is also the area where the protected red viper lives, so there’s that. Just don’t go tromping through the brush.

Gerakas

A gorgeous beach with crystal clear water. The catch is it’s only accessible by water. There is a very steep white cliff looming over the beach. Some of the boat day tours stop at Gerakas beach for a swim like THIS ONE.

That rounds up my list of best Milos, Greece beaches to visit. I hope this list has been helpful in getting you started planning your itinerary. Don’t worry if you can’t visit them all, but definitely check off the best ones like Kleftiko and Sarakiniko.

For more unique things to do in Milos and to support local business owners, check out Airbnb Experiences in Milos! Another neat thing to do is go wine tasting in Milos!

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