Best Greece Beaches
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31. Apollonas Beach // Naxos
Stepanps Head northeast from Naxos town for around 30 kilometres and you'll reach the double whammy of the gently curving sands of Apollonas Beach and the Kouros colossal ancient statue just a few hundred metres away. Lying more than ten metres in height, this unfinished marble statue of the Greek deity Dionysus (the god of wine and merriment) remains where it was begun some 2,600 years ago.
Back on the… read more »
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32. Orkos // Naxos
© photostella Great for:- Kitesurfing
One of Naxos' most widely-known beaches when it comes to windsurfing, the thick golden-hued grains or Orkos Beach are still quieter in the number of visitors they receive than some of their near neighbours.
Divided into two main sections, Orkos Beach's larger portion runs for 700 metres, and is edged the whole way by cedar trees, together creating a quintessential Mediterranean feel. Its smaller section is around 100 metres in length,… read more »
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33. Kastraki Beach // Naxos
Carlo Pelagalli Lying on the west coast of Naxos approximately 16 kilometres south of the main tourist hub of Naxos town, Kastraki Beach offers visitors clean white sands, clear waters, and a real sense of seclusion. This sweeping three-kilometre beach is a quieter choice than many of its neighbours, and can never be said to get overcrowded.
Ideal for a romantic stroll in the shallows, you won't find any water sports here,… read more »
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34. Agios Prokopios Beach // Naxos
© photostella Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Voted the third best beach in Greece, and ranking in the top ten of a Europe-wide poll, Agios Prokopios beach remains one of the most popular beaches on the island of Naxos as much for its innate beauty as for its proximity to the island's main town of Chora (Naxos town) and the ferry port.
Just a short drive, bus ride, cycle or stroll from Naxos town, Agios Prokopios beach is… read more »
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35. Agios Gordios Beach // Corfu
Fllweissbr Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Agios Gordios is another fine beach located on the west coast of Corfu. Its ribbon of golden sand runs for approximately 1.5 metres in length, and is lined much of the way by restaurants, tavernas, and accommodation options. Despite this the resort still has the feel of a Greek village, complete with small supermarkets and other useful amenities.
Taking its name from a church (St George) located midway along its length,… read more »
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36. Glyfada Beach // Corfu
dronepicr Great for:- Swimming
One of Corfu's longer runs of beach, Glyfada Beach can be found on the island's west coast. Here low dunes and grasses slip down towards the sea before being halted in their progress by a depth of beautiful flat golden sand – a relatively rare occurrence on Corfu's shingle-strewn beaches.
Generally attracting a younger crowd, it can be quite noisy and is not a beach to head to if searching for… read more »
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37. Kaminia Beach // Kefalonia
© Lark Ascending Great for:- Swimming
Kaminia Beach (Paralia Kaminia) forms part of a stretch of sand extending for at least 2.5 kilometres from Kefalonia's southernmost point. One of the longest beaches on the island, visitors can be sure of finding a spot, whether close to the round hills which back it or the shallow crystalline waters it meets. Some areas can be cordoned off as the nesting sites of loggerhead turtles. Once highly endangered, they… read more »
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38. Antisamos // Kefalonia
© Lark Ascending Great for:- Swimming
The Blue Flag-rated Antisamos Beach sits roughly centrally on the eastern side of Kefalonia's folding coastline. Tucked into a small bay, its waters rarely see more than gentle waves reach shore here. The beach comprises a mix of small round pebbles interspersed with sand which gleams when the sun is shining. Antisamos Beach is therefore a popular destination with swimmers and sunbathers.
Used as a location in the Nicolas Cage and… read more »
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39. Atheras // Kefalonia
Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Atheras Beach (also known as Paralia Atheras and Porto Atheras Beach) is located at the base of a deep W-shaped inlet on the northwest coast of Kefalonia. It's a family-friendly beach known for its ideal swimming waters, which are rarely cold or rough thanks to the beach's protected position. Smaller boats sometimes moor here for the day but rarely interfere with those in the water.
The sands on Atheras Beach make… read more »
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40. Ladiko Beach // Rhodes
Michael Mayer Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Ladiko Beach is a south facing beach on Rhode's popular eastern coast. It's edged by natural rocks, which also bubble up beneath the beach's shallows while still allowing access to small boats. Approximately two kilometres from Faliraki, Ladiko Beach is made up of fine sand and shingle. During peak season, most of it is occupied by sun loungers and umbrellas, which can be rented by the day.
Sparkling waters make Ladiko… read more »
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41. Lindos Beach // Rhodes
Shadowgate Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Lindos Beach is the largest of two beaches on the same bay separated by a short section of natural rock. It is also known as Lindos Main Beach or Megali Paralia, while the smaller beach is known as Pallas Beach.
A comparatively laid-back option roughly central along the east coast of Rhodes, Lindos Beach boasts a long extent of soft sand ideal for sunbathing, swimming and boat tours. Watched over by… read more »
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42. Prasonisi Beach // Rhodes
Great for:- Swimming
- Kitesurfing
Prasonisi Beach forms a narrow strip of sand at the southernmost tip of Rhodes which connects to the Prasonisi Peninsula. Occasionally visited by loggerhead turtles, Prasonisi Beach extends to around three kilometres in total, with arms of the Mediterranean lapping it on both sides.
To the east side of this double-edged beach there are calm shallow waters ideal for a paddle with the kids. This section also has a small area… read more »
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43. Paleokastritsa Beach // Corfu
© Julien Maury Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
There are actually a few beaches that make up Paleokastritsa on Corfu's northwestern coast. A series of coves separated by cypress-topped limestone headlands and caressed by the clear blues of the Ionian Sea.
The most popular beach, and the one that is synonymous with Paleokastritsa is Agios Spyridon (Not to be confused with Agios Spiridon on the east coast). Awarded the coveted Blue Flag award for cleanliness and first class facilities this is a… read more »
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44. Agios Georgios Pagon // Corfu
© Albtalkourtaki Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
- Kitesurfing
The beach of Agios Georgios Pagon is one of the largest on the island of Corfu. Set in a wide bay backed by verdant hillsides this sweep of golden sand never gets too crowded, even in the summer. The small resort and village behind is fairly low key and generally caters for families.
Whilst the sand here is not the finest in the world it is a lovely golden colour. The… read more »
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45. Red Beach // Santorini
Sidvics Great for:- Snorkeling
This unique and stunning beach was formed by volcanic eruptions and is one of the must see attractions for tourists visiting the gorgeous island of Santorini. As the name suggests, its sand has a distinct red hue.
Located on the southern part of the island in Akrotiri Village, Red Beach is a 20-minute drive from Fira town. If you'd rather have someone else do the driving for you, there are also… read more »
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