What To Do in Milos, Greece: The Ultimate Guide
Discover what to do in Milos and get ready to plan your perfect trip to the idyllic Greek Island.
I can officially say that the Cycladic island of Milos is one of my favourite places in Europe. With its quaint, white-washed villages, sun-drenched beaches, bluer than blue waters and one of the most unique beaches in the world, it’s certainly an island to consider spending some time on.
Whether you’re looking to relax and unwind, explore, eat delicious, local food or even take a sailing tour Milos is the place for you. Keep reading for what to do in Milos, Greece and all the magical beaches.
The island is easily accessed from Athens and the other Cyclades Islands by both ferry and plane. The best way to experience the Greek Islands (especially Milos and Paros) is by renting a car, scooter or ATV, which can be done quickly and cheaply in any of the major towns. I opted for a motorcycle as I was travelling solo and I couldn’t have had more fun winding around the narrow roads with the wind in my hair.
On the island of Milos, my days looked the same. The typical routine was, to wake up and watch the sunrise, workout, have breakfast, explore the different towns and beaches, rest, have dinner, watch the sunset and relax. In this travel guide, I’ll take you through all the best things to do and see on the island as well as the best beaches and towns that I found while exploring.
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Best time to go: May-October, prepare for crowds in July and August. I went late-June and it was perfect. Getting around: Scooter, Car, ATV. Currency: Euro, credit cards accepted and ATMs located throughout the islands.
GET IN
You’ll most probably arrive in Milos by ferry from Athens or from another Greek Island. Ferries in and around Greece are super easy to book in advance and travel on and routes connect most of the islands at different rates.
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WHERE TO STAY
There are three main places to stay in Milos; Adamas, the main port town, Plaka, a quaint, traditional village or Pollonia, a sleepy fishing village. I would recommend staying in the north part of the island, close to many of the islands best beaches and restaurants and shops.
I chose the village of Triovassalos, a two-minute drive from Plaka. This village had everything I needed; a supermarket, bakery, restaurants and motorcycle rental while being quiet and extremely local.
I stayed at Anastasia’s Windmill (click here to book), a beautiful family-run homestay. They rent spacious ‘studio’ rooms equipped with a kitchenette allowing you to make meals and snacks as you wish. Anastasia and her husband made me feel so welcome, and the property was just dreamy with bougainvillaea covered walls, sea views, stone floors and a gorgeous, spacious patio, giving me enough space to work out every morning. The highlight is the converted windmill studio overlooking the sea- it’s divine.
Other recommended hotels in Milos include:
Gaia Lux Inn– Beautifully and minimally decorated studios with all the mod-cons. Located right by Papafragas beach. Check rates and availability here.
Salt Suites– this lavish property owns sea houses, suites and rooms all around Milos including Tsigrado and Sarakiniko beaches. Book early- this one sells out fast!
Halara Studios – these Cycladic-style studios are simply heavenly. Located on a hill in Plaka, boasting the best sea views around. Check rates and availability here.
Milos hotel – a beautifully adorned hotel offering exquisite breakfasts. Located right by the port in Adamas. Check availability and rates here.
Artemis Deluxe Rooms – stunning property made from all-natural materials that include a private pool and beach bar. Located 50m from Paliochori Beach on the South of the island. Check availability and rates here.
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Heading to Paros as well as Milos? Check out my Complete Guide for Things to Do in Paros, Greece.
WHERE TO EAT
There are many restaurants on Milos specialising in fresh, local food. You’ll find many mouth-watering Greek salads, meze, cheeses and fish dishes on the menus. In general, food standards are high and it was very easy being plant-based on Milos and in Greece.
My favourite plant-based dishes were greek salad without feta, fava puree, grilled vegetables and veggie souvlaki (made with fries instead of meat). These were my favourite restaurants I visited in Milos:
Medusa – located just by Mandrakia beach this restaurant isn’t just famous for its mouth-watering food. The views are simply breathtaking. Simple, delicious food with the crystal clear Aegean sea around you.
O! Hamos – this family-run taverna had some of the best food I had in Milos. Try their spiced chickpea stew- it blew me away!
WHAT TO SEE AND DO
RENT A VEHICLE AND EXPLORE
While there are buses on Milos they aren’t exactly regular. It’s always better to have your own transport for the flexibility it gives to explore on your own terms. Drive to the North Coast and South Coast beaches, drive to and explore the villages and everything in between.
For the best car rental deals on Milos, I always use Rental Cars as they are reliable and always come out with the best rates. Check here for rates and availability for your trip dates.
WATCH THE SUNSET OR SUNRISE
There are so many places to catch the epic Greek sunsets on this island. I would recommend exploring and finding some great places on your own. My favourite sports were Klima, the Venetian Castle in Plaka and Sarakiniko beach for sunset and Sarakiniko beach and Pollonia for sunrise.
