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Sarakiniko
Sarakiniko, on the north coast of Milos, is a bay of smooth white volcanic rock that wind and waves have carved into ridges, gullies and overhangs. It looks like a moonscape dropped into the Aegean, and it is by far the most-reviewed place on the island. A narrow inlet of turquoise water cuts into the rock, with a small patch of sand at its head.
There is no shade, no sunbeds and no café on the rocks, and the white surface reflects heat and glare: bring water, a hat and sunglasses. Go at sunrise or in the late afternoon; by midday in summer it is both crowded and scorching. People jump from the ledges into the channel, but depths vary and the rock is slippery when wet, so check before you leap. On north-wind days the sea here gets rough.
Where to stay nearby
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Tours, boat trips & tickets
Boat trips, guided tours of the ancient sites and tickets bookable ahead — free cancellation on most.
- Milos by landSarakiniko's moon-white rock, the painted boathouses of Klima and the early Christian catacombs in one loop.See guided tours →
- Kleftiko by sailing boatThe white rock arches and sea caves of the old pirate cove are reachable only by sea. Trips leave from Adamas, and the wind decides the route.See boat trips →
- Around Milos by catamaranA day along the volcanic coast with snorkelling stops — lunch on board, swimming where no road goes.See boat trips →
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Frequently asked
Where is Sarakiniko?
The address is Milos 848 00, in Milos, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What are the opening hours at Sarakiniko?
The hours published on Google are: Monday: 00:00–23:59; Tuesday: 00:00–23:59; Wednesday: 00:00–23:59; Thursday: 00:00–23:59; Friday: 00:00–23:59; Saturday: 00:00–23:59; Sunday: 00:00–23:59. Many places in Greece keep seasonal hours, so check before a special trip.
Is Sarakiniko worth it?
It holds 4.8 out of 5 from 8,764 Google reviews. Treat the rating as a starting point, not a verdict, and read a few recent reviews too.
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