The island's main beach — two kilometres of fine sand in a south-facing bay, with the full spectrum from organised beach clubs at the east end to quiet, undeveloped sand at the west. The clearest water on the main coastline. The beach bar scene here from June through August is one of the most vivid in the Cyclades.
Three broad south-coast bays of exceptional natural beauty, accessible by caïque from the port or a rough dirt road. No sunbeds, minimal facilities, extraordinary clarity. The finest natural beach experience on the island and one of the best in the southern Cyclades.
A small rocky cove ten minutes' walk west of the port — pebble and coarse sand, clear water, a seasonal beach bar and a quiet atmosphere that makes it the preferred swimming spot for the island's longer-term residents. Completely different in character from Mylopotas.
A sandy cove on the east coast, reached by a short dirt track from the main road. Quieter than Mylopotas, traditionally clothing-optional, with good clear water and a low-key atmosphere that suits visitors who want to escape the main beach scene.
A long, broad sandy beach on the northeast coast, sheltered from the meltemi and excellent on windy days when the west coast is rough. A Byzantine church and the ruins of a Venetian castle sit above the beach. Taverna open in summer.
Two small, largely undiscovered coves on the north coast, reached by rough tracks. Rocky entries, very clear water, and almost no other visitors even in August. For those with a car and a willingness to walk the last five minutes on a stony path.
