Beaches in Greece
Island paradise of the Aegean and Ionian seas β from shipwreck coves to pink sand lagoons and volcanic shores
Island paradise of the Aegean and Ionian seas β from shipwreck coves to pink sand lagoons and volcanic shores
Greece possesses one of the longest coastlines in the world β over 13,600 kilometres spread across more than 6,000 islands and islets. From the world-famous Shipwreck Beach of Zakynthos and the pink sand lagoons of Crete to the dramatic volcanic black shores of Santorini and the glamorous party beaches of Mykonos, Greece offers an unparalleled diversity of beach experiences. Ancient ruins overlook turquoise waters, whitewashed villages cascade down cliffsides, and every island has its own distinct personality. With 10 handpicked beaches across four iconic island destinations, this guide covers the very best of Greek beach culture.
Explore Greece's four premier island destinations, each with a unique character β from Zakynthos's dramatic cliffs to Crete's exotic lagoons, Santorini's volcanic shores, and Mykonos's vibrant beach scene.
2 beaches including the world-famous Shipwreck Beach and hidden fjord coves.
2 beaches3 beaches from pink sand paradises to dramatic sunset shores.
3 beaches2 beaches with dramatic volcanic black sand and Cycladic charm.
2 beaches3 beaches from legendary party shores to exclusive luxury coves.
3 beachesBrowse every beach we've covered across Greece's four island destinations.
The world's most photographed beach with a rusting shipwreck on white pebbles.
A fjord-like natural swimming pool carved into western cliffs.
Otherworldly shallow lagoon with pink-tinged sand and turquoise water.
Greece's most famous pink sand beach connected to a small island by a sandbar.
Vast golden beach with Crete's most spectacular sunsets and ancient ruins.
Santorini's longest beach β 7 km of dramatic black volcanic sand.
Blue Flag beach with a beautiful promenade and open-air cinema.
Mykonos's legendary party beach with world-famous beach clubs.
Mykonos's most exclusive beach with crystal-clear water and superyachts.
Mykonos's most family-friendly beach with calm, shallow water.
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