Things To Do In Milos

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1. Relax at Tsigardo Beach

Relax at Tsigardo Beach
4.6 /5

12 km
from city center
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Tsigrado Beach is one of the most secluded and picturesque beaches in Greece. Located on the south shore of the volcanic Island of Milos, it is encircled by caves and has shallow turquoise waters. The crystal clear waters and rich marine life make it a popular spot for swimming or snorkelling.

2. Fyriplaka Beach

Fyriplaka Beach
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16 km
from city center
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Fyriplaka Beach is the second most popular beach on Milos Island. It is located on the southern coastline, 11 km from Adamas Port. The highlight of the beach is a rock that detached from the original cliff formation and now stands in the waters. The rock is naturally cut into two halves.

3. Explore Sarakiniko Beach

Explore Sarakiniko Beach
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12 km
from city center
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Sarakiniko beach is the most popular and picturesque beach in Milos and arguably all of Greece. It is located on the Northeastern coastline of Milos, 10 minutes from Adamas. It is most famous for its bone-white volcanic rock formations, which pair against the blue horizon and the turquoise waters. The beach is a popular spot for snorkelling and cliff diving.

4. Plaka Town

Plaka Town
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12 km
from city center
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Plaka is the capital town of Milos, famous for its narrow streets with picturesque Greecian whitewashed houses. The Plaka hilltop is home to the Venetian Castle of Milos and two churches, Panagia Thalassitra and Panagia Korfiatissa. Hiking up to the hilltop is a popular activity amongst tourists.

5. Watch Sunset from Plaka Castle

Watch Sunset from Plaka Castle
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12 km
from city center
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The Venetian Castle of Milos or Plaka Kastro is the main attraction in Plaka, built on the Prophet Elias hill in the 13th century under Venetian rule. It is a one-hour hike from Plaka, the capital region of Milos. Hiking to the top of the beautiful white castle is a must.

6. Boat Tour at Kleftiko Caves

Boat Tour at Kleftiko Caves
4.4 /5

7 km
from city center
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Kleftiko caves are on the Kleftiko beach, located on the southern coast of Milos Island. The beach is filled with caves and tunnels carved into the vertical cliffs through centuries of erosion. The crystal clear waters and the towering bone-white cliffs make it a mesmerising site. Unlike other beaches, the Kleftiko caves are only accessible via boat. Enjoy swimming or snorkelling in the bay area.

7. Stay in a Sirma

Stay in a Sirma
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12 km
from city center
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The fishing village of Klima has a vibrant lane filled with colourful two-story houses built in the traditional style. Locally known as sirma or syrmatas, they are located on the waterfront of Klima. Most houses are now holiday homes, souvenir shops, and eateries. Tourists can stay overnight at one of these Sirma vacation houses and enjoy the scenic beauty of Klima.

8. Snorkeling at Paleochori Beach

Snorkeling at Paleochori Beach
4.3 /5

20 km
from city center
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Paralia Paleochori is arguably the best beach on Milos Island, located on the south coast of the island, 10 km from Adamas port. The crowded beach is divided into three zones with dark sand and warm waters due to underwater mineral springs. The pebbled sea beach filled with tiny fishes and underwater volcanic rocks makes it a great snorkelling point.

9. Milos Mining Museum

Milos Mining Museum
4.3 /5

14 km
from city center
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The Milos Mining Museum was built to preserve the rich history of mining on Milos Island, dating back to 7000 BC. It is located at Adamas Port. It has three floors and a museum shop for souvenirs. A collection of ancient artefacts made from territorial rocks is also on display. The museum is a must-visit for geology and mining enthusiasts.

10. Discover Catacombs of Milos

Discover Catacombs of Milos
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12 km
from city center
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The Catacombs of Milos are one of the oldest archaeological sites in Milos. The caves served as family burial chambers and Christian cemeteries in the Roman Era. It is located near the Tripiti village on Milos Island. There are three catacombs interconnected via corridors and a hallway. Only the second catacomb, the chamber of elders, is open to visitors.

11. Hike to Thiorichia Beach

Hike to Thiorichia Beach
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23 km
from city center
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Thiorichia Beach is an abandoned sulphur mine beach located in Theorichio on the Eastern harbour of Milos. The beach has a vibrant setting with naturally red and yellow rocks and crystal clear waters amidst the sulphur smell. Hike a stretch of the unpaved path extending a few kilometres to reach the beach. Several off-road vehicles and boat tours are organised for easy access to the beach.

12. Scuba Diving in Milos

Scuba Diving in Milos
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12 km
from city center
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Milos Island is a popular scuba diving destination in Greece with its plethora of bays and beaches with mesmerising crystal clear turquoise waters offering full visibility. Boat tours across the island offer facilities and guides for swimming, snorkelling, and scuba diving sessions. Paleochori beach, Kleftiko Beach, Gerakas Beach, Papafragas Caves, and Sarakiniko are some of the best diving spots in Milos.

13. Explore Klima Village

Explore Klima Village
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12 km
from city center
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Klima is a picturesque seaside fishing village close to Plaka town and a 15-minute ride from Adamas port. The village has a vibrant lane filled with colourful two-story houses built in the traditional style locally known as Syrmatas or Sirma. The main attractions are Klima Beach, a short and cosy beach with a seafront restaurant.

14. Take a Ferry to Kimolos Island

Take a Ferry to Kimolos Island
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16 km
from city center
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Kimolos Island is a neighbouring island located about 1 km away from Milos via a ferry. Chorio traditional village is the main town centre on the island, lined with Greecian whitewashed houses with blue doors built in Cycladic architecture. Kimolos island is home to some of the most picturesque syrmatas and sandy beaches, and a 14th-century Venetian castle in Chorio is a must-visit.

15. Agia Kiriaki Beach

Agia Kiriaki Beach
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18 km
from city center
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Agia Kiriaki Beach is a sandy beach in Milos with a long coastline and a beautiful white pebbled shoreline. It is located on the south coast of Milos, 9 km from the Adamas port. The long beach is famous for its glistening waters, strong winds, and rocky landscape. It is also ideal for watersports such as kayaking and snorkelling.

16. Papafragas Caves

Papafragas Caves
4.1 /5

19 km
from city center
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The Papafragas Caves are deep dark sea caves on the Papafragas Beach, which is located on the northern coast of Milos, a 15-minute drive from Adamas. The idyllic beach has mesmerising white volcanic rock cliffs on one side and clear turquoise waters on the other. Enjoy a swim in the shallow crystal clear waters of an enclosed pool through the cave inlets.

17. Windsurfing in Milos

Windsurfing in Milos
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12 km
from city center
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Windsurfing, also known as sailboarding, is a popular water adventure sport on Milos island. Windsurfers can enjoy the breezy winds paired with the scenic marine beauty of the island. Papikinou beach, located a short distance from Adamas port, is the best windsurfing beach on the island.

18. Paralia Firopotamos

Paralia Firopotamos
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13 km
from city center
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Paralia Firopotamos is a short beach in the small fishing village of Firopotamos on the northern coast of Milos Island. The Paralia, which is Greek for the beach, is built inside a small bay with crystal clear shallow waters. Several terraces across the surrounding hill serve as high diving spots.

19. Alogomandra Beach

Alogomandra Beach
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18 km
from city center
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Alogomandra beach is one of the most secluded beaches on the north coast of Milos Island, located near the village of Agios Konstantinos. The small beach has golden sand and emerald-blue water. What makes this beach unique is its naturally formed hove-like rock formation. The shallow waters make it a great family-friendly beach for swimming and snorkelling.

20. Gerakas Beach

Gerakas Beach
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18 km
from city center
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Gerakas Beach is one of the more secluded bays of Milos located on the southern coast of the island, 3 km from Frylipaka beach. The remote beach is surrounded by white volcanic cliffs and mesmerising emerald-green waters. Natural sand slides exist between the cliffs. Small and large caves are located across the beach and even underwater, making it a great snorkelling point. The beach is only accessible by boat.

21. Adamas World War Two Bomb Shelter

Adamas World War Two Bomb Shelter
3.9 /5

14 km
from city center
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The Adamas World War Two Bomb Shelter is an old German bomb shelter tunnel with 12 chambers located in Adamas port on Milos Island. The bomb shelter is now an art gallery showcasing modern Greek art and war history, including photographs, multimedia exhibits, refuge testimonials, and accounts.

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