Holiday Guide

Samos Island Beaches

Samos Island Beaches

Samos beaches are famous for their green environment and crystal water. Kokkari, Lemonakia, Mykali, and Tsamadou are among the most beautiful beaches in Samos. Although some Samos beaches are organized and popular, yet they keep their picturesque ambiance. Many secluded bays can also be found for more privacy and some are frequented by naturists. You will find below a list with the best beaches in Samos island.

Kerveli Beach

Kerveli Beach

Kerveli is a known secluded beach located 7 km the south east of Vathy, the capital of Samos.

Tsabou Beach

Tsabou Beach

Tsabou is a large bay about 15 km north west of Vathi, the capital of Samos, and about 3 km before the beach of Agios Konstantinos.

Mikro Seitani Beach

Mikro Seitani Beach

This small pebble cove is lying on the northwest coast of Samos.

Megalo Seitani Beach

Megalo Seitani Beach

This is the finest beach of Samos and one of the most peaceful and unspoiled swimming places of the island. It lies 38 km north west of Vathy between the beaches of Megalo Seitani and Varsamo, at the mouth of the impressive Kakoperato gorge.

Roditses Beach

Roditses Beach

Roditses is a small pebbled beach in a walking distance from Vathy, the capital of Samos.

Pythagorio Beach

Pythagorio Beach

Pythagorio is a cosmopolitan resort and one of the most picturesque areas of Samos. The beach lies in front of the settlement which is located 11km south of Vathy.

Platanakia Beach

Platanakia Beach

Platanakia is a well-known beach in Samos, about 15 km northwest of Vathy. It is surrounded by rocky cliffs with a vast expanse of plantation and tall pine trees that create a fine shade during the hot summer days.

Near Town Beach

Near Town Beach

This beach is located in a short walking distance from Vathi Town, the capital of Samos. Despite its close proximity to the busy town, it is quite unspoilt with a unique landscape and exotic waters.

Kedros Beach

Kedros Beach

One of the cleanest and most beautiful beaches in Samos is Kedros. Samos is generally gifted with a wonderful landscape of vast vegetation with tall pine trees and fresh air.

Karlovassi Beach

Karlovassi Beach

This long sandy beach is located near the town of the same name, 33 kilometres northwest of Vathy.

Kokkari Beach

Kokkari Beach

Just in front of the most popular tourist resort of Samos, this beach has quickly gained reputation. Located 10 km northwest of Vathy, this is a beach where visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea and the natural beauty of the island.

Heraion Beach

Heraion Beach

Heraion is a quaint fishing settlement that was named after the temple of Hera which lies at a close distance to the port. Heraion is located 17km south west of Vathy, the capital of Samos.

Posidonio Beach

Posidonio Beach

This nice pebbled beach is located 13km southeast of Vathy, the capital of Samos. It is rather a small and calm cove with green crystal clear waters totally protected from the strong winds.

Mykali Beach

Mykali Beach

Mykali is a small pebbled beach located 8km south of Vathy, the capital of Samos. It stretches for about 3 kilometers and it is well protected from the strong winds

Psili Ammos Beach

Psili Ammos Beach

This long sandy beach lies 11 km south of Vathy, the capital of Samos. It is a beautiful place, quite unspoilt and quiet.

Lemonakia Beach

Lemonakia Beach

Lemonakia is a sheltered bay located 13km north west of Vathy. It is partly organized with umbrellas and sundecks and a beach bar providing snacks and cold drinks.

Potokaki Beach

Potokaki Beach

Potokaki is a long pebbled beach located 14km west of Vathy, the capital of Samos, and 3 km from Pythagorio. Locals love this beach because of its nice environment and the amazing waters.

Tsamadou Beach

Tsamadou Beach

Tsamadou is among the most beautiful beaches in Samos island. Located about 3 km from Kokkari, Tsamadou is a lovely bay surrounded by lush greenery and with crystal blue green water.