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Monastiri beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 33th place out of 1022 beaches in the South Aegean region 41.5 km away from its center, the city of Ermoupoli. It is one of the beaches of Kolympithres settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
A significant part of the beach is occupied by beach clubs with limited access The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, 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, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
13 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Porto Paros beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
Monastiri beach (South Aegean) is located outside the Kolympithres settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Paros island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Monastiri beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Kolympithres 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Laggeri 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Lagkeri 0.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Aghios Prokopios 0.1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Naxos 0.3 km
Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Sarakiniko 0.6 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Aghia Anna 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Maragkas 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Chrysi Akti 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Plaka 1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Faragas 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Mikri Vivla 0.7 km
What to do in Monastiri beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Monastiri beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Monastiri beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Monastiri beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The Monastiri 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.
For sunbathing and relaxing, Monastiri beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Monastiri beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
Activities available on the ground:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Monastiri beach is fully protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Monastiri beach for swimming is very positive.
Yes, the Monastiri beach is good place for families with children. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
Monastiri beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
The bar is located right on the Monastiri beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Paros ON THE ROCKS is the closest place located 2000 meters from the beach.
There are 1016 places to stay in the Monastiri beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Monastiri beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Monastiri 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.
There are 4 attractions near Monastiri beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Hidden beach located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Monastiri 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.
Monastiri beach (Paros island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Monastiri beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Stegna 2.3 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Lindos 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Kamari 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Perivolos (Perissa) 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Lambi 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Faliraki 1.4 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Pefki 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Psalidi 1 km
Beach resort, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Charaki 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Provatas 1.7 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water
Koskinou 2.2 km
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