Sykia Beach is a long sandy beach known for its beautiful views, shallow waters, and amenities. It’s an ideal place for families and those looking to relax by the sea.
What to Do 📋
- 😎 Relaxing & Sunbathing: With soft golden sand and lounge chair rentals available, Sykia Beach is perfect for sunbathing and relaxing by the sea. The shallow, calm waters make it family-friendly.
- 🏊♂️ Swimming & Wading: The beach has areas with gentle waves ideal for swimming and wading. But there are some sections where stronger currents and largers make it better suited for strong swimmers.
- 🍽️ Beachside Cafes: There are a handful of seaside cafes and beach bars along the sand where you can grab a bite, coffee, or cold drink.
- ⛱️ Amenities: Sykia Beach has decent amenities like lounge chair and umbrella rentals available, parking nearby, and restrooms/changing facilities.
Where to Eat 🍽
There are a few small cafes along the beach serving light meals, snacks, and refreshments. But no major restaurants right by the sands. The nearest village, Sikiá, has some traditional Greek tavernas about a 5-10 minute drive inland.
Where to Stay 🏨
While there are no hotels directly on Sykia Beach, Sikiá village is very near and offers some accommodation options. Nefeli Studios is a nice family-run property with apartments and pretty gardens about a 5 minute drive from the beach.
Parking 🅿
There are free public parking areas at both ends of Sykia Beach. On busier days, spots fill up quickly.
Brief Info 🏖️
- 🏙️ City: Milos, Cyclades
- ✨ Island: Milos
- 🇬🇷 Country: Greece
- ✈️ Fly to: Milos Airport
- 🚗 30 minutes drive (18 km)
- 🏖️ Ideal for: Families, couples, relaxing
Average Temperatures
Month | Air Temp | Water Temp |
---|---|---|
January | 8°C | 14°C |
February | 15°C | 14°C |
March | 14°C | 14°C |
April | 15°C | 15°C |
May | 24°C | 18°C |
June | 27°C | 23°C |
July | 28°C | 26°C |
August | 34°C | 27°C |
September | 27°C | 25°C |
October | 21°C | 22°C |
November | 16°C | 19°C |
December | 12°C | 17°C |