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Platis Gialos beach
Platis Gialos
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About
Platis Gialos beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 6th place out of 1022 beaches in the South Aegean region 35.8 km away from its center, the city of Ermoupoli. It is one of the beaches of Platys Gialos settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Platis Gialos beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
17 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Paraga beach, which has a rating of 9.5.
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+18
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+15
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5
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+17
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Platis Gialos beach is located in South Aegean region (Nammos sub-region) within Platys Gialos, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Mikonos island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The expanse of free space available on this beach may be limited, however, it is difficult to ascertain if this is always the case. During our visit, the wind was quite strong and the waves unexpectedly swept away several people's belongings. Despite the crowds in the free area, the beach boasts an incomparable beauty with its crystal clear blue waters and immaculate sand."
Sana Sahi
"The beach is an exquisite haven of tranquility, featuring serene deep blue waters that are adorned with a plethora of boats and yachts. The shoreline is a picturesque sight, with stunning white and blue hotels and homes perched atop the hills. I was captivated by the breathtaking sunset and the refreshing cool breeze that enveloped me. The sand is a delightful mix of gravell..."
Rajat Kumar Gupta
User reviews
"The expanse of free space available on this beach may be limited, however, it is difficult to ascertain if this is always the case. During our visit, the wind was quite strong and the waves unexpectedly swept away several people's belongings. Despite the crowds in the free area, the beach boasts an incomparable beauty with its crystal clear blue waters and immaculate sand."
Sana Sahi
"The beach is an exquisite haven of tranquility, featuring serene deep blue waters that are adorned with a plethora of boats and yachts. The shoreline is a picturesque sight, with stunning white and blue hotels and homes perched atop the hills. I was captivated by the breathtaking sunset and the refreshing cool breeze that enveloped me. The sand is a delightful mix of gravell..."
Rajat Kumar Gupta
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Bonatsa Restaurant• 2 min walk
- Eclipse seaside rest...• 2 min walk
- Avli Tou Thodori• 3 min walk
- Delicious• 5 min walk
Attractions
- Paraga Free car park• 12 min walk
- DSDS-Villa• 14 min walk
- Paradise Beach• 15 min walk
- Rent My Boat• 25 min walk
Transport
- JMK• 2.4km
- Paradise Beach Bus S...• 15 min walk
Localities
- Platys Gialos• 160m
- Ermoupoli• 35.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Platis Gialos beach?
The Platis Gialos beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Platis Gialos beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Platis Gialos beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Platis Gialos beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Platis Gialos beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Platis Gialos beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Platis Gialos beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Platis Gialos beach?
Platis Gialos beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platis Gialos beach?
The bar is located right on the Platis Gialos beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bonatsa Restaurant is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Platis Gialos beach?
There are 2173 places to stay in the Platis Gialos beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Platis Gialos beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Platis Gialos beach from parking?
The Platis Gialos beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Platis Gialos beach?
There are 4 attractions near Platis Gialos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Paraga Free car park located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Platis Gialos beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Platis Gialos beach is August. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Platis Gialos beach (Mikonos island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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