Really interesting place to visit with lots to see, also very beautiful. There were a few rooms/object with a lack of information/ description. With a bit more info it would have been 5 stars.

We visited as part of a trip. Interesting place. Unfortunately many areas too dark to see exhibits clearly. Nearby cafe was poorly stocked and there were some birds and animals in adjacent garden in awful caged areas.

Loved our visit to the monastery. Such a sad history but it also showed the defiant and courageous character of the local people. Beautiful buildings and grounds steeped in history with an onsite museum. Highly recommend.

This monastery is truly a place worth visiting. Nestled in a peaceful setting, it carries centuries of history and spiritual depth. The atmosphere is calm and reverent — you can really feel the presence of the monks who still live and pray here. The architecture and icons are beautifully preserved, and there are many fascinating historical details to discover around every corner. Whether you’re interested in culture, history, or simply want to experience a moment of quiet reflection, this monastery is absolutely worth the trip.

Beautiful architecture and very photogenic though not tons to see inside, outside of the Gallery where more details about its history and important objects. We spent about 40-45 minutes slowly wandering through this 17th century monastery. The map provided showed the key places to see and gave a little context - no other signs were available outside of the Gallery. There are some uneven steps and low doorways so take care. It was busy but not crowded when we visited on a July Monday. They mention online shoulders and knees should be covered, but didn’t appear enforced based on other visitors. Small shop onsite with some Cretan souvenirs and a lot of Christian icons for sale. Prices felt a bit steep, eg €4,5-5 for a magnet. Large free gravel car park. Toilets available in car park area are adequate. Cafe next door has refreshments available.

Arkadi Monastery is a monument to the Greek people and the right of individual determinism. In 1866, the Ottomans sent a large army to Arkadi Monastery to crush a Cretan rebellion. Rather than surrender to become slaves, the small group of Cretans in the monastery decided to blow up the ammunition magazine to kill themselves and as many Turks as they could. This helped solidify foreign support for Greek independence.

A very good old monastery with an unique history. Probably founded in 11th Century by a monk named Arkadios. Here, monks had a history of taking parts in various historical events not only in Crete, but also in whole Greece. This monastery was once looted, it's monks were tortured, still these monks again came back to stay here. There is a museum also inside the premises.

One of my favourite places is Crete. The road from Chania is full of twists and turns, with plenty of ups and downs, but in my opinion, it’s worth the trip if you’re looking for a quiet and peaceful environment. The beach is covered in pebbles, and the water becomes deep almost immediately after you step in. The sea is also usually cold. There’s plenty of space to set up your own umbrella or tent, and if you arrive early, you might even find some trees to camp under. The local taverns are mediocre, it’s fine to eat there, but don’t expect the same flavour or quality you might find in other parts of Crete. Overall, this place isn’t for everyone especially if you’re looking for the comfort of warm, shallow waters and sandy beaches. But if peace and quiet are what you’re after, it’s one of the best spots around.

Love this beach, it's small pebbles with sand, the water is deep and it's a little sun trap even in mid October. The tavernas are right on the beach so it's great for couples if you want to chill on a lounger and have beers delivered to us it was perfect. If you go make sure you visit 'To Tziziki sto Almiriki' the best taverna in town!

I really enjoyed this beach, mainly because it is different to those on the West. It is a pebble beach so l recommend wearing beach shoes to protect your feet. The most beautiful thing is that the pebbles are of different colours (black, grey, white, green, yellow, red), which makes this beach unique. Two beds and umbrella were €5 for the whole day. There are lots of restaurants along the beach where you can grab food and drinks. It was not crowded at all on the day that we went so we loved the peace and quiet.

A World Away From Your Troubles Situated in the southwest part of Crete beyond the White Mountains of Chania Prefecture, the cozy little seaside village of Sougia is right out of a Kazantzakis novel. One road in, one road out, this pebbly wonder is one of my favorite places on the island since I got lost and discovered it back in 2014. Bottom line- Go here and pull up a shade tree right by the Libyan Sea. Amazing! Note: Be prepared for a windy mountain road or two going in and out. First off Sougia beach has pebbles large and small but its a long superb beach and there are lots of tavernas nearby for your lunch or snacks. For us the beach, despite the pebbles was brilliant for its perfectly clear water and calm bay. We wore lace up plimsoles in the water which were just perfect for someone like me who is a bit of a nervous swimmer, especially getting through stones. I have never enjoyed myself more. The weather was heavenly, and just swimming in that fine clear warm water was divine. Car parking no problem. The little village has a really nice vibe about it. A bit touristic but not overly since it is a small place. Take the local speedboat out for a trip with the captain or go to Lissos the ancient site where you can walk around a while, even swim there and get the boat back. Dont miss it.

One of the best in crete. If not wavy then is perfect. Deap water. Small rocks. Clean. Some places are for nudity. Perfect for couples. Maybe with Marmara beach are one of the best at the South create. While swimming in not so deep waters I saw also a lionfish. Not polluted by small noisy sea boats. Just lovely.

Peaceful little harbour village. Friendly people. Food is excellent. And if you are a Camper you can pitch a tent on the beach.

Nice beach specially in the evening. Some plants with spikes are everywhere so I recommend shoes on the beach

Surely worth a visit. Parking is available very close to lake for only €3.00 for a day. Paddle boat for 4 persons costs €15 for 1 hour. We had no luck in seeing turtles, but still enjoyed every minute. Then had some lunch in one of the Tavernas there.

Lake Kournas is a true gem of Crete! Surrounded by mountains, it enchants with its turquoise water and peaceful atmosphere. It’s a perfect place to relax, swim, or take a ride on a pedal boat. You can also spot turtles swimming in the lake — a wonderful experience, especially for children. Around the lake, there are cozy tavernas serving delicious food with a beautiful view. It’s definitely worth visiting to unwind and enjoy the magic of nature.

It's a nice lake to visit but wouldn't go out of my way to go see it if you're far away. We took the train ride there and that was quite nice, big carriage and breezy ride under the shaded seats. We rented a pedalo avg. €5 per person for an hour trying to find some turtles but due to the large amount of boats they were hard to spot or see. I'd say save your money and just have a relaxing time on the lake and go from a nice swim instead. At some parts of the lake the water is very cloudy and also smells like eggs.

Lake Kournas is a lovely spot and definitely worth a visit. We hired a boat for €15 an hour and went all around the lake - a nice and relaxing experience. The scenery is beautiful, with clear water and mountain views. The swimming, however, wasn’t amazing. I definitely prefer swimming in the sea. Still, a peaceful place to spend an hour or two!

Kournas Lake is a lovely, secluded spot surrounded by beautiful scenery. The area feels peaceful and authentic — a perfect escape from the busier tourist places on the island. There are several excellent local restaurants around the lake, many serving traditional Cretan dishes such as lamb or goat cooked in an especially interesting way. Instead of being roasted horizontally over charcoal, the meat is placed around the fire in a circle — a traditional method known as “antikristo.” The result is tender, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The lake itself is crystal clear, ideal for swimming or relaxing. You can take a small boat trip, try a bit of water-skiing, or simply hire a pedal boat and circle the lake at your own pace — in an hour or two (or three!), depending on how fast you pedal. It’s a truly memorable place to visit, with plenty of small local shops selling traditional products and handmade gifts. I will definitely visit again the next time I’m in Crete. Highly recommended!

Great lake. Turtles 🐢 and crabs 🦀 are fantastic to see in natural environment. Be careful with boats there, it is mountain lake and wind can occur out of nowhere and anytime. It happened to us having 2 kinds in the boat. Suddenly waves made the boat hard to navigate and the lame boat trip became fight for life.

If you plan it well and can afford tourist prices, this is 100% worth it. We had a lovely hour in a paddle boat, we saw plenty of turtles- and since we arrived early in the morning, there were not many people there yet. Highly recommend to do it this way, get there by 9:30 to beat crowds!

Pro - the location is perfect, right in the old town with easy access to the beaches, restaurants and bars, and all major attractions. The room I stayed in, I3, with courtyard view, has the necessary accommodations for a trip - fridge, mini oven, iron, hairdrier, washing machine. The bed was comfortable. Stella, the hostess, was very nice and understanding. Con - I was anxious when I read in 2 other reviews that the air conditioner from the room next door is noisy, and I was hoping this was an overstatement. Unfortunately, it was an understatement. Room 3 does not have a noise canceling window, and the air conditioner from the room next door is extremely noisy (imagine a helicoper noise all night long). When I signaled this issue, the owner called some technicians that sprayed the machines with water, which has nothing to do with the root cause, these should be replaced. I did manage to get used to the noise, as I slept with ear buds and a pillow on my head, but I need to be honest and warn others, especially if you are light sleepers.

Inexpensive, but there was a bad smell coming from bathroom and also there are restrictions with using the boiler. The apartment had old furniture aswell.

Very centrally located apartment in the old town. No parking available. The room was small

(Translated by Google) Great location, very close to everything. The apartments are stylish, the Internet works well, the hosts are not intrusive and polite, there is almost everything you need, the only thing missing is salt and butter, if you are staying for a short time, it is not very convenient to buy your own. The only downside is that there is a bed on the second floor and it gets a little hot there at night, the air conditioning doesn’t reach there, the air hardly moves. (Original) Шикарное расположение, очень близко ко всему. Апартаменты стильные, интернет работает хорошо, хозяева не навязчивые и вежливые, есть почти все необходимое, не хватает только соли и масла, если ненадолго заселился, то покупать свои не очень удобно. Единственный минус на втором этаже кровать и там жарковато ночью, кондиционер туда не достаёт, воздух почти не двигается.

(Translated by Google) Perfect location in the heart of the old town. Accommodation sufficiently equipped for a short stay. Cleanliness more than adequate. Quiet apartment despite the location which is a real plus! Pleasant and discreet owner. We recommend! (Original) Emplacement parfait au cœur de la veille ville. Logement suffisamment équipé pour un court séjour. Propreté plus que correcte. Appartement silencieux malgré l’emplacement ce qui est un véritable plus ! Propriétaire agréable et discret. On recommande !

(Translated by Google) It is an apartment in the Old town of Rethynon in Crete, near Venetian Port, Rethyno Cathedral, close to everything. In a quiet, clean place, it is modern, beautiful and has air conditioning, refrigerator, kitchen, TV. It is a very comfortable and cozy apartment. (Original) Es un apartamento en el Old town de Rethynon en Creta, cerca de Puerto Veneciano, de la Catedral de Rethyno, cerca de todo. En un lugar tranquilo, limpio, es moderno , bonito y tiene aire acondicionado,nevera, cocina, tv. es un apartament muy comodo y acogedor.

(Translated by Google) A very good place, we booked via booking for 4 nights and it fully met our expectations. (Original) Bardzo dobre miejsce, rezerwowaliśmy przez booking na 4 nocy i w pełni spełniło nasze oczekiwania.

The rooms are clean and the service is excellent and it's child friendly and it has a great view

Amazing view. Great location. Small rooms but clean.

We had a small, compact room, with a lovely balcony overlooking the sea, where we could watch the comings and goings of Rethymno, whilst drinking ouzo and the sun streamed into our room each morning. The en suite was tiny but adequate (I've known much smaller!). The housekeeping was excellent and the owners were friendly and helpful. Faros Beach Hotel is in a very convenient spot for the harbour, the old town and Fortezza Castle. It's not too far to walk to the beach (stopping on the way at one of the many bars for a cocktail) and the boat trips are on your doorstep. Some people have mentioned the noise, but we found if we closed the balcony doors and used the air conditioning we were not kept awake. If your kind of holiday is staying in an ultra modern hotel, sitting around a pool all day, missing the local sights, then this hotel is not for you, but if you want to stay in a lovely, clean hotel with character I would not hesitate to recommend.

The hotel has changed ownership and has been renovated. The location is perfect, right in the heart of the old town with a view over the old harbour. Staff is welcoming and helpful, the double room with sea view is comfortable and has everything you need. Thanks for making our stay even more special 🥂☀️🏝

What a great surprise for us! Room with balcony facing the Venetian Port and lighthouse right in the centre of town. Super friendly and helpful and very clean surrounded by restaurants bars shops and a few Mtrs from the beach and so reasonably priced!

Good: perfect location. Access to the beach and the best bars and restaurants. Less good: the hotel really needs a renovation. The bed was terrible, very inconfortable and the blankets were dirty. Moreover, the attitude of the management was not appropriate: "you received what you payed for". The AC and the fridge were very noisy.

Decent hotel with great views of the Venetian harbour. Double rooms are spacious and have two bathrooms/showers. Located about 10 mins away from the old town and about 20 mins away from the beach.

Fortezza – A Worthwhile Visit with Room for Improvement. Historically, Fortezza is a fascinating site and absolutely worth a visit while in Rethymno. The entrance fee is €5 for a single adult, and you can explore the grounds in about 40 minutes to an hour—assuming you can handle the intense July heat and direct sun. The panoramic views of the sea and the city are stunning, offering plenty of breathtaking photo opportunities for those into photography or scenic walks. However, there are a few things to keep in mind. There is no guided tour or detailed signage throughout the site, so those interested in learning the historical context may want to research in advance. Some areas appear to be accessible for children, but I would strongly caution parents—there are several open drops with only a small chain as a barrier and no warning signs. Supervision is absolutely necessary. Maintenance could be improved. We noticed visible garbage in a few of the indoor areas that were otherwise open to visitors. There is a stand-style café inside selling coffee and cold drinks, which seemed popular, though I did not purchase anything myself. Washrooms are available near the entrance, along with a small gift shop offering some interesting items. Overall, the Fortezza is a memorable and culturally rich stop, but it would benefit from better upkeep, clearer safety measures, and more historical information for visitors.

€5 per person. No wait time. It's a nice city view point and you need around 30minutes to stroll around the Fortezza. Not much to see within the area though. Visited in early September at around 12:00 and it was warm and a bit windy, still manageable to walk around for 30minutes.

Nice place to visit. We payed 12 euros for one kid and 2 adults. The view is amazing, but there is no guide and nothing written about the history of this place. Feels like they don’t invest much of taking care of it. Worth visiting bit could definitely be improved.

Big fortress with some preserved ruins and buildings. Some chambers are accessible and are extremely interesting. Unfortunately there is a smell around lots of the ruins.

Fortezza is certainly worth a look. The streets up to the Fort when on foot are stunning and then the views from the Fort of the old town are fantastic. I would avoid the midday as there is very little cover or shelter form the sun and it was very hot. The entrance fee was not bad and i would say does reflect the lack of places to see inside.

We visited this after walking past it numerous times and I think it would've been best to keep how it looks inside in our imagination. The ticket is €5 per adult and even that felt a bit much. The only thing worth seeing here is the view of the city from the fortress. Other than that, the place is just dirt, rocks and some rundown buildings. There is no tour guide or even plaques explaining what you're looking at. This place has so much potential, but it's so badly maintained... Too bad it's being managed by incompetent / uninterested people.

Great views. Large complex, however not really much to look at and what there is has no signed history. Could be so much better. Typical Greek EU spent funds with no long term plan for continued maintenance and improvement

We visited Dourakis Winery with high expectations, but unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing from start to finish. The place presents itself as elegant and prestigious, yet what we encountered was the exact opposite of professional hospitality. From the moment we walked in, we were completely ignored. The staff seemed entirely focused on a German tour group, and it was as if independent visitors simply did not exist. Nobody welcomed us, nobody asked if we wanted to taste wines or even offered a glass of water. For a winery that claims to value guests, this behavior was rude and unacceptable. Equally shocking was the condition of the parking lot. Instead of a paved surface that matches the image of a “high-class” winery, there is nothing but loose stones and dust. Anyone arriving with a sports car or a well-maintained vehicle should be prepared to leave with it dirty and scratched. This is not just inconvenient, it shows a complete lack of respect for visitors and their property. In short, this winery cares only about big groups that bring easy money, while individual visitors are treated like a nuisance. The combination of arrogance, indifference, and poor facilities makes it very hard to recommend this place to anyone. There are plenty of wineries in Crete where you will be welcomed warmly and treated with respect — sadly, Dourakis is not one of them.

A quiet afternoon here is pure bliss. The service is impeccable, and the wine is absolutely delightful. We visited for our honeymoon, and our host made it extra special with a personalized wedding wine and champagne. To our surprise, the entire patio raised a toast to us—a truly unforgettable gesture. Every staff member we encountered was warm and welcoming, and the property itself is stunning. This is the perfect place for a relaxing and memorable experience—you won’t want to miss it!

A beautiful and peaceful setting and the wine was delicious. We arrived just before noon on a Sunday. There was only 1 other table with guests. We did not have reservations. We were informed that they were expecting many guests and were full with reservations but made an exception to give us a table for a quick bite and a glass of wine. I had the cheese plate and hubby had the stuffed tomatoe and pepper dish. Both were delicious. Highly recommend but make a reservation!

This was my first time in a winery on August. Nice place even not too big. The place was quite busy on time we went about 2pm and luckily we got a table a bit more far away from other quests which was really nice since we value a bit more own space.🙏 Person who served food wasn't too nice but did her work well. In the other hand person who served us wines was so kind even she was clearly very busy. She made our stay in this place! Eggplant dip was so delicious and wines were really tasteful! 🍷🥂 White wines were our favourites even we have liked usually more red wines. That was pleasant suprise! 😊 Signature tasting is 15€ for 5 wines. We took it and liked that very much!

Absolutely amazing experience here! Despina took great care of us and was extremely knowledgeable on the wines and the winery. Food was fantastic. The views and property are incredible. Would definitely recommend coming out here while in Crete.

Dourakis Winery Cooking Class My brother and I had such a wonderful experience with Mrs. Olga! Her passion for cooking and teaching really shines through in everything she does. We are so glad we decided to take her class, it was fun, informative, and truly exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed it so much that we told a couple we met on one of our tours about it, and they ended up joining the class the very next day! The wine selection was also incredible. We had the opportunity to taste several different varieties during the class, and yes, we brought a few bottles back home to Wisconsin. The hospitality at Dourakis Winery was absolutely outstanding. Highly recommend this experience!

Fantastic tour, super informative. Gorgeous place, met some lovely people - especially Lana from Michigan! Wine was divine. Highly recommend. We were there a few hours. Jo and Eric ( from UK / Netherlands )

Really busy Lots of tavernas to choose from. Selling lovely Cretan dishes. Great shops down tiny little streets. Beautiful handmade wares. Stunning scenery in the little streets and across the harbour.. Well worth a day trip. Boat cruises for hire too.

Well worth a visit. I would suggest trying to get there early morning for breakfast and a walk. Late morning it was absolutely heaving with fierce competition for seats in the harbour restaurants. A walk into the harbour and along the outer harbour wall is a great experience set aside at least an hour to do the walk both ways. A number of places advertised real Greek food, but to be honest, the fare on offer was pretty similar in terms of an "intetnational" menu. The exception to this were a few better quality restaurants just on the edge of the main drag.

There is a quiet magic woven into the gentle moments of everyday life—the kind that settles softly in the heart and reminds us how beautiful the world can be. It lives in the warm glow of morning light spilling across a room, in the peaceful rhythm of ocean waves touching the shore, and in the laughter shared between friends who understand us without explanation. Beauty appears in kindness freely given, in courage quietly carried, and in the hope that rises even after difficult days. Sometimes it can be found in the delicate colors of a sunset, painted across the sky like a promise. Other times, it hides in the silent strength of those who continue forward with grace, no matter the weight they carry. There is beauty in love that grows patiently, in dreams that refuse to fade, and in the gentle resilience of the human spirit. When we slow down long enough to notice these small wonders, life becomes softer, richer, and more meaningful. Every moment holds the possibility of light. Every person carries a story worth hearing. And every day, no matter how ordinary it may seem, offers a new chance to feel gratitude, hope, and quiet joy.

This place is absolute magic. The history of nearly 5000 years of civilization is on fully display here. The old Venetian port area is beautiful, restaurants are fantastic and the people are very friendly. Will definitely visit again!

Clear clean water. The lighthouse. Views that one is not tired to make photos enough in any time of day. From land or when you get out with the glass bottom boat. I let here some of my photos. Enjoy..... And go to see by yourself. You will be astonished and happy relaxed all the time you are here.

I enjoyed the night walk to the lighthouse and back by light rain. This made the path slightly tricky, especially on higher platform and with strong see wind gusts. On the other hand, the visual, olfactive and acoustic experience was breathtaking.

This place is magical in the sunset hours ! Grab a bite at a waterfront restaurant you will not regret it. The shops are great too a bit overpriced but stop at the perfumery shops you can custom make and they have all type of scents for only 8-10 euro for travel size carry on bottle 3.4oz

Nice enough for a spot of lunch or a glass of wine. Maybe a quick walk around the town. 15min on top of lunch is plenty if you eat in the harbor area. Pretty much all the pics were from the table or close to. Note the blue car with no plates....! We were very lucky a kind local explained the parking rules. In short you can't park anywhere convenient, round red/blue sign is resident only. No clue how you get your plates back. The map is athe only useful parking we found.

Very nice lighthouse. There is a short walk to get to the lighthouse, you walk by the wall on the one side, and sea on the other. I went there when it was quite hot, maybe you should visit early in the day, or late in the day. Access to the lighthouse at the end is locked, but you have a nice view on the city of Chania and onto the sea.

The highlight and the reason of every walk in the old town. Great in any moment of the day or night for that matter. Even better when going to the Sea and come back to the harbor.

Beautiful landmark that is totally worthy of a closer look after a short walk around the old port with its beautiful corners and shops that show up between its historical buildings. Also, the walk offers a great view of the sea and there benches for stops.

Pleasant walk to reach the lighthouse. The lighthouse itself is closed for visiting, but while walking there you may walk the walls and have a nice view either towards the open sea or towards the Venetian port. Do recommend the stroll before sunset.

A bit of a walk to the lighthouse, over some bumpy cobbles, but otherwise easy walk. Nice views. You can't get access to the lighthouse as it has a locked gate but can't walk up to it and stand on walls leading to it, with breathtaking views out to see and marina.

Great walk . Great views! Part of the most charming town - Old Chania. A must do place to go.

Wonderfull unique beach. The climb down is steep but fine and generally safe if you are with normal shoes and carefull. The water is clear and beautiful. There are also rocks from which you can jump off in to the water. The road to the beach is good (bit steep at the end) and the parking is a bit rugged. All on all I would highly recommend visiting this beach as early in the day as possible.

Seitan Limania has a beautiful view when you arrive, but the access is very difficult for people with reduced mobility, we had to go down a cliff to arrive at the beach, for us, the beach was amazing but the water was milky and the place is very small for the amount of people. In the beach you can climb rocks for cliff jumping. The beach is also good for snorkeling, there are a lot of fish.

Such natural beauty, but you gotta work to make it there. Do not wear sandals, you will instantly regret it There are 2 was to go down, one has a chain that gives you something to grab, and the other route has small red + white markers that indicate the path Water was beautiful

Nice hike! Not very difficult, 10-15 minutes walk - so worth it! It is crowded but in my opinion it’s not that bad and you can always find a quiet spot. There are some cool rocks you can jump from. Very nice day trip

What a visit this was 🤩 The beach is quite hidden and you have to hike down a pretty rocky and steap path to access the crystal clear water. It’s feels a bit out of this world to float around there.

A gorgeous little beach that we had the luck to have all to ourselves. Unfortunately we visited in November so we didn't really go for a swim but still we enjoyed the climb and the beach.

Incredible views and wateris almost perfect. It is a rocky beach which I am not a fan of. But once you get in the water it is amazing. The water is so clear and the views breathe taking. However!!!!! It's not an easy climb up or down. Yes it is a climb. There are two ways to get to the beach. Either by boat or climb/hike down the side of the cliff. It is possible but make sure you have good shoes. Do not attempt this in flip flops.

We were there September 2025. Beautiful beach, the water is crystal clear. Often it was a red flag because the waves were high, and the wind was strong. The beach - sand, small stones, large stones or boulders the closer you get into the sea. Shallow water would be suitable for families with children but the waves and current can be tricky. There was many people who walk around with scrapes on their arms and legs after a curious approach to water :) There is a lifeguard. Sunbeds can be rented from various restaurants without or with you eating at them. Just a sunbed with a beach umbrella costs 4 €/person.

Wave here is quite strong, the beach is some places more gravely and some place quite sandy, there are bars along the whole beach, quite easy to find a place to have a some drink or food.

Lovely blue water long sand beach . Best for morning sunrise and evening sunset.

A very nice place for my tastes, full of accommodation buildings (villas and hotels) full of facilities and optimal conditions for spending holidays. The golden sand does not give you that blue colour of the sea but the sea is clear, transparent and very suitable for children. A very well organised beach where you can find umbrellas and sunbeds for free if you are a customer in the tavern or with a payment up to 6-8 euros

Beautiful beach, the water is clean and warm. This beach have sunloungers and they can be paid for or you could get food in the restaurant on the beach and then they are “free”. I’d say if you are visiting this beach be careful with people who are selling jewellery. Other than that everything else is great.

Amazing beach with sand that is not so fine that it sticks everywhere. Crystal clear water, beautiful surroundings and restaurants close by. Sand colored fish that swim around your feet, the small ones might bite if you have a wound and stand still, but it's not really hurtful, just surprising. I think they might be doctor fish known from spas.

Amazing beach 10 Euros for two beds and umbrella with two free water bottles Water is shallow and good for kids

Really nice stretch of beach. Many restaurants offer use of sun chairs and umbrellas with any food or drink purchases, so it's easy enough to find a good spot. We stayed at Sonios hotel right along the beach and most of that area was perfect because of all the space. It can get very wavy though depending on the day. During the week we probably had 3-4 days where the water was calm enough to just float around, and they other 3 were a lot more rough so not as good if you aren't the best swimmer.

Worst beach I have ever been to. At the lightest waves the lifeguards put a red flag on the beach and do not allow anyone in the water. They are aggressive and yell at everyone who gets in the water even up to their belly. The sea was lightly wavy every day so I never got to swim there.

Ignore the ratings, it is nice, even couple of trees with free shadow but it is a very windy region and red flag is almost always up which means you cannot swim...long story short if you just want to chill at the beach, reading something is fine, if you want to swim...slim chances... PS: Even when you can swim, it is very deep, dirty and has rocks in the water, at least from.where i entered ...

Unfortunately was there on a windy day but the beach itself is great... Sandy beach perfect for children and grown-ups.. lots of sun chairs... Restaurants and stores close by

Average beach, not as nice as nearby Agia Marina. Mix of sand and shingle, not easy to walk on but probably fine if your going straight on the water or on a lounger. Fair bit of rubbish around and the attached bars are, again, average. Basically OK, but easily beaten by Agia Marina beach.

Great mam and pap resteraunt..beach front great views, they were very welcoming. The Limited menu was good and mamma cooked my bream exactly as I wanted it. They are very welcoming and the prices were, in my opinion low...

I find it's necessary to clarify some things after reading reviews made for 2 beaches ('Paralia' and 'Beach' Platanias) that in fact are sections of the same 2 km long beach. On the East side(right hand looking to the sea) the beach starts after Marina=sheltered bay where boats go especially to Thodorou islet. First 200 m after the pier the entry in the water is very rocky with a slippery seabed and shallow water for at least 100 m. Please note that there is stunning for snorkeling with best part near the pier. Quiet area with some shadow under pines and parking lot on premise. After those 200 m measured from Marina to the left looking the sea the entry in the water is smooth with 2-3 m of small rounde stones and the sand as long as we manage to swim. And is lije that for few kilometers to Gerani but there of course is not the subject of the Platania beach/paralia. The sections with sunbeds and free areas to put your towel alternates somehow respecting the new rule to keep around 40% free area.You will have plenty of space to put your towel and umbrella no matter the season. Regarding the water have to say that it is crystal clear when no waves and becomes cloudy when choppy with medium to big waves, very beautiful to play but with the downside that you cannot see the bottom due to the sand moved with the waves.At Paralia Platanias on this map there is an improvised parking lot directly behind the beach, 10 m distance. Also big pines that provide shadow all day long. Lot of tavernas/beach bars that rent sunbeds for around 5-12 E a set if you spend little money for a drink bring to sunbed or eat on their tables. So long story short Platanias beach is one in fact but 2 on Maps and this 1 offer various shoreline conditions that are'n accurately described when someone review with 'rocky' or 'all sandy'. If you walk a little bit near the water for sure will find the perfect spot for you!

Has some difficulty to access via 2 ladders and steep walkway down a rocky path but was excellent when finally down there. Water was lovely and great scenery!

If you want to go just so you can say you went to a beach that could only be accessed by a dodgy ladder then go .. it’s a fun anecdote but otherwise it’s not worth it. VERY BUSY I mean crammed in next to each other with no room at all, it’s a tiny beach. The water is beautiful and if you do go, go early I mean get there 9.30. I managed it in flip flops but I had to take them off and go bear foot, trainers would be better. The first ladder is ok but it’s got two rungs missing so there’s a big step at the bottom. The second ladder is a accessed across an piece of ply wood which is very slippery due to being covered in sand and is snapped in the middle it’s just hanging on by the top layer of the ply, there’s a few rungs missing on this ladder to.

Cool place to see, but it was overly crowded with tourists—even on a slow October day. Climbing down the wooden ladder with missing rungs was a fun little adventure, but the area isn't very spacious for relaxing. With so many other beaches to choose from, we snapped a few photos and moved on.

A must-visit spot for the views alone. You can walk down to the small beach if there aren’t too many people, but be careful — the path is narrow and you’ll need to use a small wooden ladder. It’s a fun little adventure and totally worth it if you like quiet, hidden places. Great for photos and a short visit to see something unique on the island.

I rented a car and drove there myself. Went early in the morning and there was only one other couple there. It was so quiet and simply beautiful to be on the beach and swim in the water before the crowds start to appear (kayak tours, etc.). I should also mention, the “stairs” don’t look high, but it is awkward and very steep to get down to the beach if you approach from the top. Be careful.

Absolutely stunning! We didn’t quite make it onto the beach to swim as when we climbed down the first ladder there were heaps of people coming up and a big queue to get down which wasn’t really moving so we decided we were too hot and walked to the next beach which was 10ish minutes walking as we knew this beach only Had a small bit of sand to relax on anyway and it was already looking busy, it was beautiful though

Beautiful beach !!!! I recommend to arrive early or late afternoon to avoid too much people because there is not too much space but it really worth it. Bring your goggles because there a lot of caves and fishes to see.

Nice beach with clear water and sand starting from the cliff. For us it was a great option after a visit to Tsigrado beach. Overall it is nice but closer to other beaches you find in many different places around the world.

best beach on Milos island. You can easily hire kayak in case of no wind and reach Tsigrado within 10 minutes.

The only sharks here are the ones offering to rent beach chairs for €20. Shame on them!

Some people said that it was the most beautiful beach in Milos, and though it was magnificent, I just found other beaches to be better. But definitely a must visit in Milos

The water is beautiful but unfortunately the beach club is playing very load EDM music with strong bass that spread all over the beach so it is not relaxing at alö. Also there is no toilet at all on this beach nor the beach club. The service at the beach club is very poor, no waiting list and waiters randomly attributing longchairs or even prioritising their friends.

Very beautiful beach! Now (Jun-July) the climate can be very hard, with moments of overwhelming hot interrupted with strong wind blows that break and blow off your umbrella (and cover you a bit on sand, as it’s very fine). Sand is clean. Recommend a kayak trip from here from the beach itself. A nice natural arch made by a rock with a crack in between, where you can swim throughout. With low wind the sea is calm and not much sand in suspension in the water: the sea is a swimming pool on these conditions, absolutely amazing. Bring your own beers, as the new bar on the beach is extremely expensive.

Really nice beach especially during the sunset is very romantic. The water is very clean but is possible to find a lot of people here.anyway the beach deserve the visit. It is mandatory.

I didn’t quite u destined this is not accessible by a car or a buggy and drove all the way out to see it only to find a single track hiking trail. I guess I should have researched this better. The road to get to it is pretty rough as it is first a paved road and then a dirt road. Then it gets pretty rough and then to find out I don’t get to see without hiking was disappointing. Next time I come to see the island I will arrange a boat tour to see this!

A boat trip to Kleftiko is an absolute must-do while visiting Milos. We did a catamaran trip with Polco Sailing and it was one of the best days we had in Greece. The water is clear and warm, the history of the area is so interesting, and the rock formations are stunning.

Really the best way to get here is through a boat tour. I went with a great group. The waters were clear and fairly calm. Since it's October it was fairly chilly but the sun was shining so the cool water was welcome.

Beautiful spot in Milos that can only be reached by boat. Enjoyed anchoring and spending the afternoon there, swimming, and taking in the beauty of the rock formations

go by car and then walk on the designated road, I assume that 90% of the length of the car road is better quality than anywhere else on the island. We went with a Fiat Panda without any problems. When we arrived on foot at the shore, the boat tourers were surprised how we got there on foot...

An incredible place with a wonderful view. A must if you have the chance to come here. The landscape, the color of the water, the energy. Everything.

Absolutely stunning! My husband and I made the hike down and brought our goggles with us. We were able to swim to the caves and have a great snorkeling experience, as well as comfortably relax on in the private rock area at the end of the hike. Definitely recommend!

A must go place in Milos. Better visit it in the morning with better sunlight and lesser people. Highly recommended to wear water shoes for easy walking and getting back to shores after swimming. Water is quite cold in October

Amazing spot. Loved swimming there. There are some caves as well. Highly recommended! Easy to get there by local bus (2euro) from the port. Lots of tourists- FYI

Went here twice during our weeklong visit to Milos! This place is out of this world — definitely one of my favorite watering holes ever. I’d recommend going for sunrise or sunset to avoid the crowds.

Sarakanikio is truly a sight to behold, with its unique lunar-like landscape. The white volcanic rocks and turquoise waters create a striking contrast, offering an unforgettable visual experience. It's a place where yoy can feel a sense of tranquillity and awe. It's a fantastic spot for sunbathing and swimming. This natural wonder is a testament to the raw beauty of our planet. Overall, it's a must-visit location for anyone seeking a memorable coastal experience.

Words can not describe this place. It’s like being on the moon. While rock formations with crystal clear water & natural caves formation all around. Cliff jumping as well at this location.

Pretty unique spot! Great pictures. Went end of October so it was somewhat chilly. Though, with the sun out, it was really nice!!

Sarakiniko, Milos, is an otherworldly destination that captivates all who visit. The "moon-like" landscape, with its wind and water-sculpted white volcanic rock, is truly breathtaking. It's a photographer's paradise, offering endless opportunities for stunning shots, especially during sunrise or sunset when the light paints the stark white stone with warm hues. The contrast of the brilliant white against the deep blue of the Aegean Sea is simply mesmerizing. Beyond its visual appeal, Sarakiniko is a place to create memories. It’s perfect for a romantic stroll or a tranquil moment of reflection. The smooth, wave-carved rocks invite exploration, and the small coves provide perfect spots for a refreshing dip. Whether you're an avid photographer or just seeking a unique and serene experience, Sarakiniko is an absolute must-see on any trip to Milos. It's more than just a beach; it's a geological wonder and a memory-making masterpiece.

Very cool beach! 20 euro round trip boat ride from Hydra port to get to Nikolaos beach. The beach was rocky and had great seating/umbrellas, a cute shack for food/drinks, and small bathroom. No large permanent building. Very quiet cove for swimming. We bought snorkels in town and enjoyed seeing all the fish in the cove.

Beautiful and quiet spot with warm water with colorful fish and octopuses. If you would like to take a break from lovely swimming spots in the town take a boat ride to this beach. It is 20 min. by taxi boat.

My favorite beach in Hydra. You can come here by boat. Boat tickets 20€ /2025 sunbed I think 35€ 2 beds. I kerp this price expensive when you travel alone because you must pay from 2 beds even you need one bed. 30-40 min by boat from Hydra port.

In a word, one of the most beautiful seas I’ve ever swum in. We visited in mid-September and it was very peaceful—calm, with crystal-clear turquoise water and an amazing variety of fish🐠🐟 There’s a small snack bar with food and drinks available. Definitely recommended for a really enjoyable day! 🩵🩵

Amazing beach with clear, blue water! €20 roundtrip by boat. €30 for a set of two sunbeds and an umbrella — though I personally find that a bit overpriced.

Pebble beach, no shower, disgusting outdoor toilet and awful food. 20€ per person for the boat taxi, 20€ each sunbed, 17€ for a sad looking club sandwich with potato chips from a bag. Worst thing I ever ate in Greece. 3 stars for the beautiful scenery and ocean. We will never return.

Great place Captive once you get here Return boats 4:30 and 5:30 at least from 1 September

Eu 25 for pair of loungers which is a fair price and they were reasonably comfortable. People say it is quiet but they fired up a noisy generator after we arrived and it stayed on all day. You can’t seem to escape noise these days, I was eventually able to tune it out but I would not call it quiet for that reason. The ride there and back was very pleasant. What I liked most was that there was plenty of shade under the trees available which is great if you enjoy a sea veiw without being fried. To the owners: You probably don’t notice the generator noise anymore but we visitors looking for peace and quiet do. You can buy much quieter generators these days. Lady in charge was freindly.

The best beach on Hydra we've visited so far! According to Google Maps and comments, reachable only by boats (17€ per person both ways, leaving usually at full hours), however (if to believe the sign on the beach) you can try hiking (if you have about 5 hours to spare). An enchanting beach, hard to compare to others on the island - with its trees generously offering their shadow and the rocks and caves creating a wonderful snorkelling experience. The bar, toilet and some trash a bit deeper in the island, way less picturesque, take you a bit back to Earth... The beach is quite crowded, but still gives the feelings of intimacy and being secluded. Would advise to pack your favourite food and spend a whole day there

I love it and of course ill put 5 stars But i think you need a bit of tuning In terms of the food menu and the offerings at the kiosk You have a big potential

My favourite beach on Hydra. €17 for return boat from the port, €10 for 1x umbrella & single bed (assume double for x2). Small bar for drinks/food but nothing stopping you from taking your own for the day. Smaller and quieter than St Nicholas which is why I preferred. Pebbly so bring sea shoes if poss but I managed without. Be sure to get the first boat @ 10.30am in high season so that you are first on the beach and have your pick of seating.

A lovely pebble beach with plenty of shade from trees and sunbed sets where you can feel at one with nature. Pristine waters and nice for a little snorkel. Best to go on the 10.30 am boat there in peak season to secure a preferred spot. Regular boat trips from Hydra Port, but you sort of have to make a day of it as the first return trip is at 4 pm - of note if you are time limited. Reasonable snack bar (fruit or Greek salad, simple toast or sandwich and refreshments, and some beer/wine, but nothing fancy). You can also walk to a church with nice views.

By far the best beach on the island! €15 per person for the boat ride to get there and back, which you can catch from the main port. €15 for 2 sunbeds and umbrella - we stayed there all day! Quiet, clean, crystal clear waters and the forest backdrop. Take some snacks and enjoy!

Such an amazing beach!! Really nice and quiet. You can rent a lounge for the day, we had 3 lounges for 38 euro. There’s a little kiosk with snacks and drinks. My favourite beach on hydra so far

Beatiful beach with crystal clear shallow water ideal for kids. You can either get the sunbeds for 40€ or set yourselves in the free zone which is to the left as well as to the right from the beach club. There is a nice restaurant and bar serving delicious food and good drinks.

This beach bar has nice food good service and the atmosphere was amazing. The beach itself was super clean and barely any rocks.

While it’s nice to have beach loungers, they are absolutely overpriced at 40 euros per set, the umbrellas are not all high quality meaning there are pieces missing and therefore not providing full sun coverage but the water is the biggest reason for why you shouldn’t come to this beach….the amount of trash in the water was shocking, pieces of plastic, paper, etc. it was the least clear I’ve seen of any ocean water in Greece. The restaurant attached is fine for a meal but I wouldn’t bother with this beach

They do NOT let you move the sunbeds! If you want shade, then tough luck. You pay 40 euro to stay in 1 spot in the hot sun. There is also lounge music on the beach which again is unlike any other beach in Kea. Noisy, rude staff, rigid and nonsense rules.

Tried to move the sunbed 1-2 meters in the shadow since it was very sunny and I was denied by the staff under the reason that all sunbeds should be in line. I find this rude. Left immediately. This is the opposite of greek hospitality and leisure vibes. Don’t recommend.

Nice beach..nothing extremely exceptional but good nonetheless. Clean water. Not big, not small (review doesn't include sunbeds service which is pricey for the setup)

You cannot move the 40 euro sun lounger in the shade. Rude staff, not worth it, there are much better beaches on this island.

Beautiful beach. Not lots of sand and mostly stone, but there is a sandy bit at the bottom.beautiful. The loungers cost £15 euro for 2.

Beautiful sandy beach with a few rocks here and there. There were umbrellas available for free and we enjoyed our time there. Perfect if you're staying at Askeli.

After a hard and hot days walking we needed to relax😁 Askelli beach is near to our studio so decided to head there😁🇬🇷 Very nice sun beds and umbrellas and even found a bit of shade 😁 €15 for two beds 😁🇬🇷 Nice bar area. Very good toilets and changing areas😁🇬🇷 A few pebbles and into the sea. No complaints😁 Didn’t eat but had two nice iced coffee ☕️ Convenient for us but also worth walking to 😁🇬🇷 Some good music 🎵 playing too😁🇬🇷 Will go again. Recommended 😁🇬🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Really beautiful beach 😍 the coast is sandy, seawater is clean. This place isn’t crowded ( in the middle of June) I was missing the bar and coffee shop or tavernas therefore only four stars for me…( this place is so far the supermarket and any possible of buying) If you want you can get a sunbed as well.

The beach is really good, in the beginning starting at the golden hotel don't have rocks many rocks and the umbrellas are for free. If you go bit more to the left is where the rocky part starts but if you have watershoes is just fine! Enjoy and have fun !

Went there on a mid-sunny May afternoon. Definitely not overcrowded (maybe due to the time period) but a very nice and picturesque beach! Sand was clean enough to lay down with your towel and the sea was also very clear and clean! 4 stars just because it lacks of amenities such as bars, umbrellas etc.

Water is abit cold today as is quite windy in September , we got a spot right on the rocky beach , is not sandy so is quite a feet massage to go thru that for a swim. we got our set of lounge seat from the nearby restaurant , Askeli . 12€ a day for the set of two. Price reasonable I reckon , and you can order drinks and snack to be serve. overall the staff are very friendly. Beach is not full at all, so is kind of peaceful and we enjoyed it very much

I think this is the best beach in Poros island. Trees provide shade and environment up to where the water starts. It is organised and you can rent umbrellas and sunbeds. Food and drinks are also available with prices the same like elsewhere. If you wish a good spot it is advisable to go as early as 10 o'clock in the morning.

Extremely disappointing experience. The staff was shockingly rude, the worst treatment we've received in 15 years of visiting beaches in Greece. Poor service, zero hospitality. Definitely not the Greek welcome we’re used to. Would not recommend.

The bay is absolutely gorgeous - crazy clear green waters, lots of fish to observe. This is unfortunately shadowed by poor customer service from there staff and over inflated prices for sunbeds. The staff is eager for money that they invoke some non-existing law that they cannot keep your already paid sunbed for more than 30 minutes. The worst customer experience ever in Greece.

Nice water, nice beach, but the services leave a lot to be desired. In the pure Greek commercial spirit, you pay 20 euros for a lounger, but if you leave more than 30 minutes because you don't want to eat extra lunch from them, you've lost your seats. And that wouldn't even be the problem, but the fact that this "rule" is not posted anywhere or communicated in advance...just Greece ;)

It is a petite cute beach that is excellent for quiet relaxing time. The bay is surrounded by deep vegetation which ensured its privacy. That is how the name came. It is very popular with couples or even people who prefers quiet calm environment. The water is sea green, clear. The sand is a little red to brown but sandy. The bay water is also calm enough, making it a perfect place for holidays and romantic outings. A narrow road surrounds the bay, but there is not much traffic in it. The bay has shower and drinking facilities.

Nice little beach with catch name. The waters look nice from above, but when you get in, you'll realize they are pretty muddy. OK for 1 time but it wouldn't be my favorite beach. The beach bar offer some sunbeds but at full season it's very very crowded.

It was my long walk on New Year's day, came all the way from the port that's downtown Poros & it was absolutely stunning! No wonder it's crowded in the summer, there were others enjoing a little picnic on the same day, such a quiet lovely place with crystal clear waters, looking forward to visiting again in the summer!

The trip was about an hour and a half from where i'm staying.But after you get out of the hustle and bustle, the trip was awesome. A lot of places you could pull over and take pictures or just pull over and go down to the shore. The temple itself was twenty euros, which seemed kind of high.But I did have a good time and got plenty of pictures.

The temple is beautiful, but the tickets are a little expensive for how much time you can actually spend here. This is definitely one of the best places you can watch the sunset from, though. We went on a semi-cloudy day, and even then the sunset was stunning. There is also a cafe that is nice to take some time to relax at, since if you're staying in Athens it is a bit of a drive.

A beautiful place in itself, but the unjustifiably high price of €20 made us turn back and take a free walk in another part of the peninsula, where the views were just as breathtaking. Is the price of watching the sunset — even next to such a stunning temple — really comparable to the entrance fee for Mycenae, Corinth, or Epidaurus, where, in addition to the ruins, you also visit a museum and get a wealth of information? A highly promoted tourist spot — deservedly so for its amazing views, but not for its price.

Well worth the visit. Beautiful spot for sunset or sunrise just pity cant buy tickets in advance and so creates lenghty lines to get in . One desk to buy tickets . Bathrooms another long line for ladies especialy.

This place is just magical during sunset.🌄 It was actually raining when we got there and just before the sunset at 18:30, the weather turned. There was also a beautiful rainbow🌈 Don't buy tickets in advance due to weather conditions, so just buy on the spot.

Visiting the Temple of Poseidon was an unforgettable experience. The temple itself is truly majestic, standing tall for more than 2,000 to 3,000 years and offering a glimpse into the grandeur of ancient Greek history. The surrounding sea views are breathtaking, and when combined with the temple’s presence, it feels almost magical. The highlight of the visit was without doubt the sunset. It is one of the most beautiful I have ever seen, with the colors reflecting over the Aegean Sea and the temple glowing in the evening light. The road leading to the temple was also a wonderful part of the journey, with scenic views all along the way. A must-visit when in Greece! 🌅🏛️

The temple on the edge of the sea is a magnificent view. It's definitely worth it to visit. It's not so hard to get to there from Athens with the public transport. You can take the bus to Sunion which cost only 6.20 euros in direction. We took it from the Singrou-fix at around 11 o'clock. The trip to there takes around two hours and the road is very beautiful by the sea. The entrance ticket is 20 euros. There is coffee/restaurant there. The bus will drop you off right to the entrance of the temple.

Such a great experience!😍 Instructors Stefanos and Kosras did their best for my education and training so I could feel myself comfortable under the water...right after the first lesson I became a confident diver and without any fear dived with others. Strongly recommend this school for everyone who always wanted to start but had some doubts - here you'll be in reliable and professional hans. The world of diving really worth it!!!😉👍

It was wonderful!! It was our first time, and although we were nervous at first, the instructors helped us with everything and made it easy! It was totally worth it. Beautiful experience. Highly recommend :)

I found this dive center purely by chance while looking for safety equipment to have on board. We found the door closed, but there was a contact phone number. We called and spoke with Stefanos, who explained all the features of the equipment we needed, which he delivered two days later. Everything was of top quality. Stefanos then invited us to do a test dive with the equipment, but unfortunately, we didn’t have the time available. A month later, we had to make a technical stop at Olympic Marina and got back in touch with Stefanos. We did two excellent dives, followed by an iced espresso. In addition to being a great instructor, Stefanos could also make a great barista. If you enjoy diving or want to try it and happen to pass through Lavrio, don’t miss the chance to visit this Dive Center.

5 stars with a tone at Planet Blue Diving Center. Stefanos is a truly professional trainer. Always patient, always explanatory, never tiring to repeat and answer questions to make sure you have absorbed the necessary knowledge. Prioritizing safety and always with a lot of humor, keep it up!!!👍

Very friendly and good instructors. Welcoming and great for all levels including discovery divers. We had a great time with the family!

Had lovely 3 dives with Stefanos and Viktoria. They are both super friendly and very helpful. I had a great time diving with them.

Perfect experience! Stefanos and Zac were amazing instructors and made our first scuba diving experience just perfect.

Paralia Aponisos is a beautiful and peaceful spot on Agistri Island, offering crystal-clear waters and stunning natural scenery. Unlike the adjacent private islet of Aponisos, which charges an entrance fee (€6) for access to sunbeds, umbrellas, and food facilities, this beach area is completely free. Getting There: Paralia Aponisos is about a 15–20 minute drive from Skala, the island’s main port town. The route follows Agistri’s main road — it’s narrow but in good condition and very easy to navigate. Once you arrive, you can park conveniently right near the beach. The Experience: The beach itself is small, but the surrounding rocks offer plenty of spots to lay down a towel and relax, even though you’ll be lying on rocks rather than sand. The water is incredibly clear, with the feeling of a natural pool — really something out of a movie. The seabed is rocky for the first 20–30 meters, then turns into soft sand with beautifully transparent water, making it ideal for swimming and snorkeling. When we visited in early May, it was very peaceful and uncrowded, with only a handful of people around. Just be aware that during peak summer months (July and August), it likely gets much busier. Facilities and Surroundings: Behind the beach there’s a small port area and a food establishment (a bar/café), so you have options for refreshments nearby. To the side, you’ll see the private islet of Aponisos, which you can reach via a concrete platform. On the islet, for a fee, you’ll find organized facilities like sunbeds, umbrellas. Just a heads-up: directly behind the small sandy part of the beach, there’s a small port area, along with the road and a parking area for scooters and cars. This does take a little away from the feeling of untouched nature, since you’re not completely secluded. Still, the beach itself is so beautiful and the water so clear that you’ll probably enjoy it there anyway — once you’re swimming or relaxing by the sea, it’s easy to forget about what’s behind you. Final Thoughts: Paralia Aponisos offers a stunning, clear-water swimming spot with easy access and a laid-back vibe. Whether you want to snorkel, swim, or just relax on the rocks, it’s a fantastic place to spend a few hours. Just keep in mind that it’s not a sandy beach, and it may be much busier in the high season. We really enjoyed our time here and highly recommend visiting if you’re in Agistri.

Best beach of the island in terms of views and facilities. Entry with umbrella and regular sunbed is 6€ per person, and they have plenty (I’d say at least 100). If you want a set with cushion sunbeds (more comfy) it’s 5€ more (2,5€ per person). Considering the beach and the views, it’s excellent value for money. Very important: if you want, you can contact them to reserve sunbeds without additional fees, to make sure they are available when you arrive. This might be very useful especially during the weekends, where there are many more people and it might be hard to find available sunbeds. There is a beach bar with some food and drink options, and you can order directly from your sunbed through a button which calls a server without additional charge, very nice. The water is fantastic, there is both a shallow and a deep area, and you can also rent a kayak to explore the bay. Overall, I highly recommend, one of the best beaches I’ve ever been to, particularly nice after 5pm when most people have gone away and it’s quieter. Side note about the bus: as per July 2025, there are 2 (occasionally 3) buses that go from Skala to Aponissos, stopping by Megalochori, Dragoneira and Limenaria. The timetables are displayed on site, but it’s usually once an hour. While during the week you can manage to catch the bus in the morning (either the tourist bus for 5€ or the regular bus for 2€), during the weekend it’s almost impossible to catch one before 13:00, and there are very few taxis on the island, so I recommend be prepared for that maybe by reserving in advance or by renting a scooter. Conversely, catching the bus to go back in the afternoon, especially after 18, is much easier.

- It’s a private beach with 6Euro entrance fee. The fee includes sunbed with shade (no mattress- with mattress you pay 5Euro/2 person more and if with bed and cover- 10Euro). - However the access to the water is free as it can be access before the entrance. Out of that area there are 2 restaurants and many shade below trees. - Good service and perfect organization. Stay and press the button, they will come to get your order. Price is reasonable. - They also provide some stuff on the water for you to have fun. - The beach is sandy (still rocks here and there but still). About 6km from Skala.

It is a very beautiful place with lovely surroundings. The water is clear and great for swimming. However, admission to the sun loungers costs €6 per person, and a sun lounger costs an additional €10 per person. The front sun loungers in the first row are even more expensive. .

Heaven on earth. The water, the view, the excellent services of the well trained staff.

A very pretty beach with crystal clear water. There is a private beach side, cost of entry is 5€ which includes a sunbed. The customer service is very friendly and quick with reasonable prices. There is also a free area where you can lay down towels and rest under tree shades.

Beautiful beach. You don't need to cross the bridge in order to enjoy the beautiful water. Be aware that the sand is rocky and Not sutible for barefoot. Lots of urchin!

The Church of Saint Nectarios in Aegina is a truly miraculous place, filled with grace and peace. You feel close to the divine here – a wonderful spot for those seeking spiritual quiet and heartfelt prayer. It is said that prayers are truly heard in this sacred place. Practical note: the religious shop only accepts cash, not credit cards. The church is easy to reach by bus from Aegina port, and nearby you’ll find plenty of restaurants serving delicious traditional Greek food

I didn’t know what to expect for this monastery but it is a really good photo stop. It also got me curious about Saint Nectarios, who I learnt is venerated for many healings, especially of cancer, both during his life and after his death

Huge church. Amazing interior and obviously a place of pilgrimage for many. The reason being in the name St Nektarios. He is buried here and is known for many healing miracles. There is also the monastery and further relics. Appropriate dress is required. Long trousers for men and shirts. Women long skirts, not shorts, and tops should cover shoulders. No entrance fee but donations welcome, I'm sure.

Whole place is wonderful! The setting is beautiful, the staff are friendly, and the ambiance is calming. Strongly recommend visiting for a peaceful and uplifting experience.

This is an awe inspiring church. The floors are designed with tiny tiny ceramic tiles and around the amazing alter are mosaics of sea creatures. Above is the Monastery, with a small church, the actual rooms where Agios Nektarios lived and worked (St. Nektarios) and a guide to fill you in on all the details of his objects, writings and life. In addition there is a small room with the Saint’s tomb where many people feel/receive special closeness to God and even whispers when they put their ear up to the tomb. Skirts and cover update provided as dress code requires respect.

A beautiful and breathtaking holy place, the Church and Monastery of Saint Nektarios of Aegina is dedicated to one of the most renowned Greek saints, venerated in both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Eastern Catholic Churches. This is a must-visit site when in Aegina, accessible by local bus, taxi, or rented scooter/car, with ample parking available nearby. The journey takes about 20 minutes. Be respectful of this active sacred site, as it is frequented by many Greeks seeking the favor of the saint. Up the hill, you can also visit the monastery. Men and women must dress modestly in accordance with the rules. When we visited, the interior was being renovated but remained open for visitors to explore.

Very spiritual experience, energy there was something special. Souvenir shop was a bit unorganized, big line up with only a single person working, but had really nice things.

It's a beautiful temple, which I highly recommend visiting to learn about its historical significance. It's one of the three temples in the "Sacred Triangle." Admission is 10 euros and also gives you access to the museum.

Beautifully maintained Temple of the Goddess Aphaia, a mysterious figure local to Aegina and sometimes Crete. Pausanias (2nd c. CE) records that the Aeginetans called Britomartis “Aphaia. The Temple is really well-preserved and maintained. Admission is 10 Euro. Go early in the morning to avoid the buses and crowds. Taxis do go up here.

I like to call this island pistachio island. Everywhere you go including the beautiful temple of Aphaia are pistachios. Beautiful views and I would love to go here in the evening to take in the view of Athens. Amazing views.

A must-see if you’re visiting Aegina! The Temple of Aphaia is beautifully preserved and stands on a hill with an absolutely stunning view over the sea and even the mainland on a clear day. It’s quiet, peaceful, and feels very authentic compared to the crowded sites in Athens. Totally worth the 20-minute ride from the main port — it gives a real sense of ancient Greece. And after your visit, don’t miss grabbing a pistachio ice cream from the little shop right next to the site — Aegina’s specialty and the perfect way to end the visit!

It was okay. Maybe a lot better if we didn't walk a mile straight up to get there. Ruins with a small tourist store. Interesting information tables throughout. Lots of cats roaming around begging for food. Cost $10 euros to explore site. Very nice view from the top. Several tour busses were visiting at the same time as we were there.

It wasn’t that easy to get here - the ferry and then the taxi. But it’s worth it because of its more than 2.5K history and no need to jostle with other tourists. We got all the photos we wanted. The cats were very friendly once they knew we had cat food

It is a beautiful ancient temple well preserved. I don't know about the entrance cost because EU citizens under 25 have free entrance upon showing their ID. Highly recommend

A hidden gem for sure - more of a beach club than we were expecting but it’s very relaxed with a great array of amenities (showers, bar, restaurant). It’s a beautiful setting and the doctor fish were a great add to the experience. Staff aren’t the most welcoming or attentive but the food was tasty. Would recommend!

Had a wonderful time at the lake today, we got there for about 11-11.30 (via metro and bus, took an hour) and queued for 10 minutes. Didn’t ask for student identification and we easily managed to get two sunbeds as there was still many available. It was lovely vibe. Foods quite pricey for small portions and not a lot of vegetarian options, just tomato basil pasta or margherita pizza as the two hot mains. We spent a few hours here, loved the fish. Water was SO salty! Not seen anyone else post about how salty it was, suprised me a lot! The lake was pretty cold despite it saying 25 degrees but fair enough. Changing facilities were good. Only two cubicles for female toilets though which surprised me. I enjoyed the experience as a whole!

This place is just suuuuper cool👍👍 Enjoyed it just a to the beginning of March, sunny weather. Sun is very warm, but not burning, temperature in the lake is very refreshing. Lake is surrounded by the high rocks, so there is no wind there, just a smooth breeze.All what you need on weekend!! and it is very close to Athens 👍

Absolutely great idea to visit this lake. Come early as the sunbeds get occupied pretty fast by lunch time. No sunscreen allowed into the water, which is perfect in my opinion. Food and drinka available as well as wheelchair access.

This is a spectacular lake and chill beach club. It is such great spot to spend the day but the bad service of the staff there really let it down. I visited in June 2024 and had a wonderful experience in a cabana with my family. I even wrote an 3-page feature article about the Athens Riviera mentioning it and Abraovato for Robb Report ANZ where I was the assistant editor at the time. This year my visit today was still beautiful but the service was underwhelming. There was a mix up with my booking on the door which resulted in the blonde female manager in charge being very rude to on the door acting aggressively from the start. Then after settling down to read in our pre-booked lounge chairs for 50 euro (not what we thought wee were getting really) we ordered mineral water and coffee and decided to make the most of where we were seated. But after our first swim we were then surrounded by two male lifeguards, a swarthy and loud old male pool cleaner, and another two older male service people who gossiped very loudly right behind us for over 25 -30 minutes which made me very uncomfortable and made it hard to concentrate on drawing and reading (let alone sleeping which would have been nice). I didn't come to the beach club to sit around with a bunch of strange men who were supposed to be working and weren't. Every time i turned around they were staring at me. The place was pretty empty so we asked to please be moved to a quieter spot and we did move to some chairs right around the back of the lake where we continued reading and sketching the lake. We ordered a salad and a cocktail and moved all our own stuff to some new sun beds that were just in the sun. Again empty beds around us for as far as the eye could see Then we were getting prepared to relax when the blonde female manager came back over and told us we had to pay another 60 euro to stay on the sunbeds. So instead of staying until 6.00pm and eating and drinking as we had intended and having a snooze there went to the One &Only for lunch in Glyfada where the service, pool and bar is impeccable. This beach club could have made our stay so pleasant and enjoyable and the unprofessional staff really let it down. Had they offered us an upgrade to start with and some good service we could have had a great time. I have told so many people about this place and now I will not continue to because there is a nasty attitude in the staff that is truly inexplicable.

Everything is great. But look on this toilets.??? 17 euros entrance ticket and you can not fix it. You can see a neighbor in another cabin from the hole in that plastic cover. The door is not closing and the button with a mechanism outside

Very beautiful place. But the staff ist handeling und the equipment during opening houers in the afternoon which is very noisy and disturbing. They even take your chairs away you pay for and put yor stuff somewhere else 2h before closing. If one charges about 40 EUR entrance fee clarly wrong.

We had a fantastic time at this Beach! The atmosphere was super chill and the staff were really friendly. We recommend booking sunbeds in advance, as they can fill up quickly. The only negative aspect of my experience was that we were not informed about the parking fee.

We had a nice time at this beach. The water is shallow very far out so it’s good for kids or non swimmers. The sights were beautiful and the chairs were comfortable. The staff was great too. The only downside is that it is expensive. I’m talking €10 per large water bottle - these are 1€ elsewhere. The food and drinks were also USD priced at €20 a cocktail and over €25 for beach food. It’s nice if you can afford to splurge. We spent €80 on an umbrella with two seats. We spent €70 on a smoothie, 2 coffee, a yogurt bowl and 3 waters.

The place is nice and the sea is very clear. However, the service and facilities are poor. For this price (we paid 200 euros for 2 people), I was expecting a much better experience. I think this is a lack of attention to small details to make it the place to go (for example some nice music, shampoo in the showers, more friendly staff, towels included, parking included, etc.)

The beach is amazing, the water is Crystal clear BUT parking is 15 euros, no towels , very slow service and no one cleans the table until you leave so we had 10 glasses of water and the food remains on the side table till we left !! Towels is available to rent !!!!!! And they are disgustingly old and all that after paying 180 euros for the umbrella … honestly I will come back but the only reason is the water clarity and nothing els !! What a pity, this place could easily turn into heaven

Upscale . Entrance fee Eu 35 per person includes umbrella and beach chair. Towels available at extra 10 EU. Food variety available and prices are a bit higher than restaurants. Shallow clear water but cold in the middle of August.

One of the best beaches in Athens. Prices though have gone massively up the last few years (70-180 euro per set) without any renovation of the sun-beds and umbrella’s the last 17 years. The quality of the umbrella’s and sun-beds are dated and of poor quality with absorbing heat that could easily produce skin burns.

When I looked at the reviews before coming I was scared to be honest ,but after I came and visited the beach its absolutely amazing in everything. I made my reservation online from their site and when I came it was very smooth. Beach is very clean with no rocks which makes it very nice to have a swim and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Something that is a plus for me is that they don’t have loud music which makes you relax and enjoy your day. Absolutely an amazing experience that I would recommend to everyone visiting Athens !

I had a really wonderful time with Seahorse Dive and can highly recommend diving with them. I started with the Open Water course and then decided to keep learning with them and finished my Advanced Open Water. The team around Katerina, Chrysoula and Vassili is incredibly kind and welcoming, they are very knowledgeable, excellent dive teachers and made every dive fun, safe and special. They offer shore and boat dives from different locations to make every experience unique. The night dive from the boat and the deep dive at the devils hole and exploring the reef around were some of my favourites. Overall it was a wonderful experience and I will certainly be back for more when I'm back in the area.

On me and my brothers first dive, we had a very good experience, diving with Seahorse dive center. The instructors were very good at explaining everything, and making sure that everybody was alright, all the time. The instructions were very clear and easy to understand. Both above and under water I felt well informed and I knew exactly what to do, due to the good instructions. We did Scuba Discovery dive. - Lærke 14, Michaels daughter

This was my first experience in scuba diving and i would say this is the best experience i have ever had in my life. The staff incredibly kind and helpful, Petros Is an amazing instructor, he is a very professional with great teaching skills. Thanks man for making my trip to Greece so perfect. If you are going to visit Greece go for this adventure because it worth every single Euro. More than 5 stars & highly recommended.

We had excellent time with Bill and Pete. The whole trip and service was simply brilliant and we were well looked after throughout. We will definitely be back for more diving.

Great Dive Service and Crew . I would definitely go back when I'm in Athens again . Dive Guide And Dive Buddy Kris was Very Helpful and Professional. Would definitely Recommend 👍

The dive sites were really cool. The best part about the whole experience was 1000% the people and the service. my experience with dive centers and excursions hasnt been the greatest. Most people don't take the time or care to make sure all the equipment is comfortable and works great. You could tell everyone cared about what they do. Loved the experience.

I just had my first dive ever in Greece and it was a fantastic experience! Petros was amazing—so helpful and knowledgeable! It was a much-needed calm and relaxing dive! No rushing, time to look around and Petros pointed out lots of interesting things underwater that he then explained once we were back on land. All in all an absolutely wonderful experience! I’m looking forward to my night dive with Seahorse tomorrow! I would absolutely and warmly recommend this dive center; everyone there is kind and helpful (and the gear is well taken care of)!