Posted by Milos has great beaches. Unlike most other islands in the Cyclades, many of the beaches on Milos are extremely well protected from waves thanks to the large bay and the nearby neighboring islands. Many of the beaches on the volcanic island feel more like you are on a lake. Most of the beaches on the island are sandy. The water is so shallow on some beaches that you can walk out 100 meters or more.
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Trees provide shade on many beaches on Milos
Flat beaches and no waves – such beaches are ideal, especially with small children. The shallow water also has the advantage that it warms up more quickly when the sun shines. This is particularly advantageous in May, as the water in Greece is still quite cool at this time.
Paliochori
Paliochori Beach on Milos
The best and most beautiful beach on Milos is called Paliochori and is located in the south of the island. It is easy to reach. A road leads from Adamas (about 9km) to Paliochori. There are enough parking spaces. In summer (from June) there are also buses from Adamas to Paliochori, and in high season there are up to seven buses a day in both directions.
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There are two special features on Paliochori beach. Firstly, there are hot springs in Paleochori that heat the water considerably in some places. Secondly, the Scirocco tavern (right at the entrance to Paliochori beach) is interesting. There, hot steam from the earth’s interior of the volcanic islands of Milos is used directly for cooking. The whole thing is not quite as spectacular as I saw in a restaurant in Timanfaya in Lanzarote (Canary Islands, Spain). However, to my knowledge, it is the only tavern in Greece that cooks with geothermal energy. There are two other good restaurants and also a few guest houses and rooms to rent in Paliochori.
Provatas
Provatas in the south of Milos
Provatas is considered the second best beach on Milos. It is also on the south coast of the island. Since there are no hot springs here, Provatas is not quite as interesting as Paliochori. There are buses to Provatas in high season – also about 7-8 per day. The advantage of Provatas is that the beach is not quite as crowded as Paliochori. Provatas offers beautiful yellow sand and good tavernas. The road from Adamas to Provatas is paved (distance about 8 km).
Other beaches on Milos
In the southwest of the island there are some dream beaches that cannot be reached by car or on foot. You can only get there by boat. In summer there are some excursion boats to these beaches from the island’s capital, Adamas. There are also nice beaches around Adamas. The long Papikinou beach just outside Adamas has the disadvantage that the main road runs directly behind it. You can reach it on foot from Adamas. There is also a small, wave-protected beach behind the Adamas ferry port. The local beach of Pollonia in the northeast of Milos is also beautiful.
Milos Island Top 10 Beaches – Our Top List 2025
The Greek island of Milos is famous for its extraordinary beaches with unique landscapes and crystal clear water. Here are the top 10 beaches on Milos:
Sarakiniko Beach
A surreal beach with white, volcanic rock that looks like a lunar landscape. Ideal for photos and cliff jumping.
Kleftiko Beach
An impressive bay with white rocks and turquoise water that can only be reached by boat. Perfect for snorkeling.
Firiplaka Beach
A long sandy beach with colorful cliffs and calm, shallow water. One of the best beaches for relaxing.
Tsigrado Beach
A hidden beach that can be reached via a ladder. It offers turquoise waters and a secluded atmosphere.
Papafragas Beach
A small, dramatically shaped beach between high cliffs with a natural “swimming channel” in the sea.
Paliochori Beach
A beach with colorful pebbles and warm water heated by underground volcanic springs. The best beach on Milos island!
Agia Kyriaki Beach
A family-friendly beach with fine sand and crystal clear water. Ideal for a quiet day.
Provatas Beach
A shallow, red-sand beach that is good for families. The water is warm and calm.
Klima Beach
A small beach in front of the famous fishing village of Klima, where the colorful houses stand right by the sea.
Alogomandra Beach
A quiet beach with a small cave that provides natural shade and fine sand.
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