Our Pick Of The Best Beaches In Milos, Greece

Here is a list of the best beaches of Milos Island; there are many more Milos beaches, but these are the favorites we suggest you start with.

Milos is a stunning Greek island that sits prettily in the Aegean. Part of the Cyclades chain, the island is the most southwestern, and it is also the spot where the Venus de Milo and Asclepius of Milo were discovered. 

Milos has a very rugged and stunning landscape, with huge, soaring cliffs and a history of volcanic eruptions. There are also plenty of truly beautiful beaches to explore. Whether you want fun-filled watersports or just to lay back and relax, there is a beach for you. 

Here are five of the best.  

Firiplaka Beach

Firiplaka Beach is a hidden gem that, once discovered; you’ll go back to again and again. The beach is relatively narrow but a mixture of sand and pebbles. It has a beach bar, so you can easily get refreshments throughout the day, and there are parasols and sun loungers – making this one of the best beaches in Milos.

The cliffs that back away from the beach are volcanic, so you can check out the fantastic colors, which strike fiercely against the bright hues of the sea. This is also a good spot for families, and there is a quite large car park at the top of the cliff before you head down. 

How To Get To Firiplaka Beach

The journey from Plaka to Firiplaka Beach only takes around 20 minutes, and it’s best to drive or take a taxi. 

Tsigrado Beach

A short distance away from Firiplaka Beach, you will find Tsigrado Beach. This is one of the beaches in Milos that is a smaller option but no less beautiful. The soaring cliffs plunge into the bright blue water, and the images you’ll capture on your camera are stunning. 

However, this beach is quite hard to get down to, so it’s not ideal for families or those who aren’t so steady on their feet. To get down to the beach, you will need to follow a path that has been carved into the cliff face, and the last part of the journey is by rope and ladder. 

However, its remoteness is what makes this beach so special. 

How To Get To Tsigrado Beach

It’s possible to walk from Firiplaka Beach to Tsigrado. 

Sarakiniko Beach 

Sarakiniko Beach is on the north coast and is a stunning beach of Milos.. The rocks here are volcanic and exposed to so much wind that they’ve eroded into interesting shapes, some of which are smooth and bright white. 

The beach itself is set in a small bay, and the water is clear and calm. The water is deep in places but shallow in others, so as long as you keep a close eye on your little ones, it’s a good option for families. 

There are no facilities on the beach, so you’ll need to take your own sun loungers and parasols. It can become quite busy in the summer, but it’s never too crowded. 

How To Get To Sarakiniko Beach

The journey time in total is around half an hour. You can take the bus from Adamas, or you can take a taxi.  

Provatas Beach 

Another great choice of beach is Provatas, which is around 13km from Plaka. There are sun loungers and parasols on the beach and some cafes and restaurants that back onto it for refreshments. Again, this beach can become quite busy in the summer, but if you get there early, there shouldn’t be a problem. 

This is a good option for swimming; the cliffs are all different colors, so ideal for taking photographs. 

How To Get To Provatas Beach

You can take a bus from Plaka, which will take around 20 minutes. 

Papafragas Caves

Papagragas is a tiny Milos beach surrounded by caves, which makes it so different. This beautiful beach has large arches of rock all around, almost like a swimming pool. The water is also bright blue, and you can swim through the rocks and sea caves for something a little different!

If you venture to the top of the cliffs, you’ll also get to see some fantastic views. Do bear in mind, however, that this is one of those Milos beaches where there are no cafes or restaurants, so you’ll need to take your own refreshments and parasols. The path down to the beach is also very steep, so it’s not the best option for families. 

How To Get To Papagragas Caves

A bus leaves Plaka and goes to Pollonia; this bus will also take you close to Papafragas Caves, which are signposted along the way. 

These are just a few of the beaches of Milos Island; there are, of course, many more waiting to be explored. All you have to do is decide which of these Milos beaches you’ll swim at first.