Best beaches in Greece - top 10 by locals

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The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Greece attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

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Aegean

Aegean

1420 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow
Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian

Peloponnese, Western Greece, Ionian

1070 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax
Thessaly and Central Greece

Thessaly and Central Greece

767 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax
Macedonia and Thrace

Macedonia and Thrace

552 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow
Region of Crete

Crete

478 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax
Attica

Attica

409 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax
Halkidiki

Halkidiki

241 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow
Epirus and Western Macedonia

Epirus

90 beaches
Exceptional beauty • Cliffs • Secluded relax
Thesprotia

Thesprotia

86 beaches
Picturesque • Exceptional beauty • Cliffs
Phocis

Phocis

57 beaches
Picturesque • Gorge • Cliffs
Pieria

Pieria

36 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Phthiotis

Phthiotis

28 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow
Nammos

Nammos

18 beaches
Picturesque • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Rethimno

Rethymno

4 beaches
Beach volleyball • Senior friendly • Good for Relax
Nisaki

Nisaki

2 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Good for Kayaking
Mesongi

Mesongi

1 beach
Good for Relax • Sand&Pebbles • Middle-sized
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Greece Best beaches

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Navagio Beach (Shipwreak)
Navagio Beach (Shipwreak)
Navagio Beach (Shipwreak)
For explorers
Navagio beach (Shipwreak)

Navagio Beach (Shipwreak)

Anafonitria 2.7 km
Excellent
9.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Exceptional beauty • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking
0 Amenities index
Myrtos beach
Myrtos beach
Myrtos beach
Senior friendly

Myrtos beach

Divarata 1.8 km
Excellent
9.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Crowded in season
4.9 Amenities index
Lindos Beach
Lindos Beach
Lindos Beach
Senior friendly

Lindos Beach

Lindos 0.4 km
Excellent
9.6
Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Paralia Kallitheas
Paralia Kallitheas
Paralia Kallitheas
Good for Relax

Paralia Kallitheas

Koskinou 2.2 km
Excellent
9.6
Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Light pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index
Lichnos beach
Lichnos beach
Lichnos beach
Senior friendly

Lichnos beach

Agia Kyriaki 0.8 km
Excellent
9.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright shell sand • Turquoise pure water • Shell sand bottom
4.8 Amenities index
Fteri beach
Fteri beach
Fteri beach
Good for Relax

Fteri beach

Zola 1.9 km
Excellent
9.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Light fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Access by boat • No parking
0 Amenities index
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Rocks
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Snorkling
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Naturist beach
Naturist beach
Hotel beach
Hotel beach
Natural shadow
Natural shadow
Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Beaches in small bays
Beaches in small bays
Long beaches
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Good for Relax
Good for Relax
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 4786 beaches in the country.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Greece.

Most beautiful beaches of Greece

Voutoumi Beach
Paralia Voutoumi

Voutoumi Beach
9.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Greece, Antipaxos 0.6 km
Sani beach

Sani beach
9.7
Large free area, Beach resort, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Greece, Sani 0.9 km
Agiofili Beach

Agiofili Beach
9.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Greece, Vasiliki 2.5 km
Sani beach II

Sani beach II
9.7
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, White fine sand
Greece, Sani 0.5 km
Sani beach III

Sani beach III
9.7
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, White fine sand
Greece, Sani 0.2 km
Agios Gordios beach
Agios Gordios

Agios Gordios beach
9.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Greece, Aspai 0.5 km
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Quitest and lonely beaches in Greece

Spartila beach

Spartila beach
9.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty
Greece, Sarakiniko 1.5 km
Agios Sostis beach

Agios Sostis beach
9.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty
Greece, Sarakiniko 1.1 km
Dei plus beach

Dei plus beach
9.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, White fine pebble
Greece, Sivota 1.7 km
Dei beach

Dei beach
9.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, White fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Sivota 1.6 km
Mega Trafos

Mega Trafos
9.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, White fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Sivota 2.6 km
Chomi beach

Chomi beach
9.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Light sand & pebble
Greece, Liapades 2.1 km
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Sandy beaches in Greece

Pachia Ammos

Pachia Ammos
9.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Greece, Pachia Ammos 0.2 km
Tsambika Beach

Tsambika Beach
9.7
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Greece, Stegna 2.3 km
Agia Agathi Beach

Agia Agathi Beach
9.7
Beach resort, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Greece, Charaki 1.1 km
Fyriplaka beach

Fyriplaka beach
9.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Greece, Provatas 1.7 km
Vrika beach

Vrika beach
9.7
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Greece, Antipaxos 1 km
Agios Stefanos beach

Agios Stefanos beach
9.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand
Greece, Agios Stefanos 0.3 km
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Secluded beaches in Greece

Damianos beach

Damianos beach
8.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty
Greece, Paralia Chiliadou 1.5 km
Afales Beach
Paralia Afales

Afales Beach
8.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty
Greece, Platreithias 2.5 km
Portes beach

Portes beach
8.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Secluded relax, Easy access, Bright sand
Greece, Portes 1.1 km
Erimoupolis beach

Erimoupolis beach
8.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Secluded relax
Greece, Itanou 0.3 km
Leukes Ammoudies beach
Paralia Leukes Ammoudies

Leukes Ammoudies beach
8.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Greece, Platreithias 2.8 km
Ammoudi beach

Ammoudi beach
8.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Secluded relax
Greece, Stavros 1.6 km
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Remote beaches in Greece

Balos Beach

Balos Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque
Greece, Kaliviani 7.6 km
Plaka beach

Plaka beach
8.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Greece, Plaka 0.2 km
Paralia Loutra Killinis

Paralia Loutra Killinis
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Loutra Kyllinis 0.8 km
Prapa Mali beach

Prapa Mali beach
7.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty
Greece, Karavostasi 1.5 km
Martsalo beach

Martsalo beach
7.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Greece, Vathi 2.7 km
Akra Charchali 5

Akra Charchali 5
7.7
Free entrance, Secluded relax, Light fine pebble
Greece, Agia Kyriaki 2.5 km
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Beaches for families with children in Greece

Elafonissi Beach

Elafonissi Beach
9.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray fine sand
Greece, Elafonisi Beach 0.2 km
Ammoudia beach
Ammoudia

Ammoudia beach
9.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Greece, Ammoudia 0.3 km
Paraga beach

Paraga beach
9.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Greece, Platys Gialos 0.9 km
Paradise Beach

Paradise Beach
9.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Plintri 0.9 km
Paradise Beach

Paradise Beach
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Greece, Onia 2.3 km
Rosonkremos beach

Rosonkremos beach
8.8
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Potos 2 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Greece, they are as follows:

  • The country's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 3816.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Greece is less than 500 meters. 3534 beaches are relatively easy to access, 410 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 801 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Greece however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Greece's beaches

Voulitsa beach
10 Jaxon Mercer

This is one of the best beaches I have ever been to. It is situated in a remote location, surrounded by crystal clear water. There are options for both free and paid sun beds. We enjoyed delicious bao buns and a club sandwich with chicken. The exceptional service, food quality, and tranquil atmosphere make me want to give this place a five-star rating on Google. It truly offers a peaceful and serene experience in Greece.

Falasarna beach
10 Darian Parker

What an extraordinary beach! The proximity of restrooms and a restaurant is a convenient bonus. For a reasonable price of 15 euros, you can rent a beach set, complete with a parasol and two sun beds. The ample free parking is a welcome relief, and the crystal-clear blue water is simply breathtaking. Spending a day basking in the sun on this magnificent beach is an experience you won't soon forget!

Preveli Beach
10 Lenny Karamanlis.

This beach is absolutely stunning! The scenery is breathtaking, making it feel like a tropical paradise in Crete. You have the opportunity to take a stroll along the river and even swim in it, as well as explore the palm forest. It's definitely worth a visit and shouldn't be missed. If you want to avoid the 382 steps, a simpler way to get there is to drive to Dionysos beach and walk for just 8 minutes to reach Preveli beach.

Matala beach
10 Nikolai Kozlov.

This stunning beach has an array of activities to indulge in if you feel like taking a break from soaking up the sun or swimming. Our group thoroughly enjoyed venturing into the whimsical hippy caves, basking in the serene ambiance of the shoreline, savoring delectable cuisine, and browsing through the local shops.

Xigia Sulfur Beach
10 S B

I have had the pleasure of visiting one of the most breathtaking beaches I have ever laid my eyes on. It is a true natural wonder that is deserving of our utmost admiration and appreciation. As you venture onto this pristine shore, please remember to treat the resident geese with kindness and respect, as this is their home as well.

Kamari beach
10 Aiden Clark.

This serene and pristine beach is perfect for families seeking a peaceful retreat. The tranquil atmosphere and immaculate surroundings make it an ideal spot to unwind and soak up the sun. And when hunger strikes, Kostas taverna offers a delectable lunch menu to satisfy your cravings.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 618 beaches in the country, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Greece? In total there are 4786 beaches and the most popular is Voutoumi Beach.

Most viewed beaches of Greece

Fteri beach

Fteri beach
9.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Zola 1.9 km
Unofficial FKK Naturist Beach

Unofficial FKK Naturist Beach
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Anissaras 0.7 km
Kalamaki Beach

Kalamaki Beach
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green water
Greece, Alimos 1 km
Sarantari Beach

Sarantari Beach
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Greece, Anissaras 0.8 km
Stavros Beach

Stavros Beach
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Greece, Stavros 0.4 km
Koum Kapi Beach

Koum Kapi Beach
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Greece, Chania 1 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Greece?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Greece, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 4786 beaches in total, of which about 510 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

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The best beaches in Greece:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Greece?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Greece, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Greece?

Most of the beaches located in Greece are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Greece?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Greece?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Greece by occupancy.

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If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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How to view all beaches by amenities details in Greece?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Greece?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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