Mylos beach (Παραλία Μύλος) is a beautiful place among the best beaches of Lefkada Island, which everyone should see on a holiday in 2025. This incredible coast can be find near Agios Nikitas village, where the area is filled by amazing beaches, which offer breathtaking natural sceneries and turquoise waters.
By visiting Mylos beach in Lefkada Island travellers have two options: it can be accessed by taxi boat or by walking on a hiking trail as well.
Where to stay near Mylos beach: the nearest place with apartments and hotels is Agios Nikitas: find and book local apartments and hotels near the village here!
Where to find Mylos beach in Lefkada Island, and how to get there
As a lot of great beaches in Lefkada Island, Mylos beach is located also on the west coast of the island. The bay lies just a few hundred meters away from Agios Nikitas (literally behind the village) and 14 kilometers away from Lefkada town.
This coast is very special among the best beaches of Lefkada, because due to its unique natural conditions it can be reached only by hiking or you have to catch a taxi boat at the beach of Agios Nikitas. So if you would like to visit Mylos beach, you have to drive to Ag. Nikitas, or you can travel by a local bus transport which depart from the bus station of the capital.
A hiking trail from Agios Nikitas to Mylos beach
The walking path to Mylos beach starts at the pedestrian street of Agios Nikitas. Find the central pedestrian street of the village, walk through it or follow this coordinate: 38.788710, 20.612672. A road sign indicates the starting point of the hiking trail, so you can’t miss it!
The trail between Mylos beach and the village is not too long with its length approx. 700 meters, but it’s worth to know the trail is quite narrow, filled by stones and roots. By walking to Mylos beach there can bee seen panoramic views to the village and to the beach from above at some lookouts.
The hike to Mylos beach takes about a half an hour (which depends on your physical condition), it is recommended to prefer the morning hours for hiking. The reason is simple, on hot days hiking up and down can be really exhausting, especially if you carry heavier beach equipment.
Mylos beach by boat
Taxi boats to Mylos beach offer comfortable and faster solution for access, but you have to pay some Euros for this short boat trip. To reach the taxi boats just find the beach of Agios Nikitas, from where the tiny boats depart to the beach in every hour (or every half hour during high season). It’s easy to recognize where passengers get into the small taxi boats, just watch the buoys.
The boat trip to Mylos beach takes just a few minutes, and passengers have to pay on the boat 4-5 Euros per person, after they get in. During the short boat trip you can see the houses of Agios Nikitas village from the sea, offering unique views to the famous west coast of Lefkada.
There is an important info for all of travellers, who would like to visit Mylos beach by boat: these small taxi boats don’t operate, when the waves are getting too high on the west coast. The safety of passengers is important, so in these cases the hiking trail remains the only option for access.
What to find at Mylos beach and why visit this gem
According to a lot of travellers, Mylos beach is one of the best places near Agios Nikitas and all over in Lefkada Island, and our opinion is the same. Panoramic views are amazing from a top of the hill and from the direction of the Ionian Sea as well, and visitors can see why is this great bay mentioned usually as one of the best beaches in Lefkada.
During summer days the turquoise colours of the Ionian Sea are incredible here, and some travellers say that Mylos beach has definitely exotic atmospheres. Behind the beach mother nature formed a huge sand dune, which belong to the exceptional look of the coastline. You can climb this sand dune (which is the largest sand dune in Lefkada Island) and you can admire the beach from there and take some great photos.
The coast of Mylos beach is filled primarily by coarse sand and some pebbles, so you don’t need water shoes here. The seabed deepens quite quickly, so the Ionian Sea is excellent to swim, sea temperatures are also pleasant at most of the time with temperatures of 24 – 26 Celsius from June to mid September.
When the sea is calm and there are no such waves, the water is crystal clear, and can be suitable for children. Snorkeling can be an option also, but the seabed is barren at most places due to the pebbles, and the best places for snorkel are on both sides.
Due to the location of Mylos beach the bay is exposed to bigger waves. These waves make incredible ‘Lefkada blue’ sea colours, which are beloved by thousands of fans. Never forget, bigger waves are spectacular to see and can bring a lot of fun, but always pay attention due for their strength.
Where to eat and drink at Mylos beach
The north area of Mylos beach is slightly organized during high season months, where travellers can find some parasols and sunbeds for rent. If you are looking for a beach bar, walk up to sand dune, where a small cantina offer cold drinks and some snacks for guests. It’s important this is not a restaurant with meals, just a small cantina.
On the top of the surrounding hills you can notice some ruined windmills. These windmills were important in the past in the agriculture of Lefkada Island, this beach literally got its name after these buildings. Mylos beach, Paralia Mylos, or Παραλία Μύλος in Greek language means beach of the mills!
The southern side of Mylos beach was a beloved place of nudists for many years. Nowadays this situation has changed, because in recent years the bay became so much popular in Lefkada Island, that during high season months it’s no longer appropriate. In pre season and in post season, when the bay is less crowded, you can check the actual conditions for naturism.
When you visit Lefkada Island and you are looking for the best beaches, don’ forget to visit the fantastic Mylos beach. Travel by taxi boat or walk on a hiking trail, we are sure that you will be enchanted by its exceptional beauty!
Where to stay near Mylos beach in Lefkada Island, the apartments and hotels nearby
The area Mylos beach is offer great options for a stay. Agios Nikitas village is situated behind the beach, where you can find a bunch of apartments, villas and hotels as well.
This is a well developed area on the west coast of Lefkada Island, which offer traditional restaurants, coffee bars, supermarkets, ATM, car rental companies and other important touristic services.
Let’s find and book your favourite apartments and studios near Agios Nikitas!
The west coastline of Lefkada Island near Agios Nikitas is filled with amazing beaches, such as Pefkoulia beach, Kathisma beach or our beloved Mylos beach.
Mylos beach photos and infos
- Known as: Mylos beach, Milos beach, Paralia Milos, Παραλία Μύλος
- Location: 310 80, Lefkada, Greece
- Coordinates: 38.787373, 20.608136
- 10 km south from Lefkada town, next to Agios Nikitas village
- Sea water color: blue, turquoise
- Sand type: small pebbles, coarse sand
- Depth: normal, somewhere deepens quick
- Sea surface: moderate
- Crowds: average
- Facilities: during high season parasols and sunbeds, beach bar
- Other Information: old windmills in the area
- Accessibility: on foot or by taxi boat from Agios Nikitas
+ Pros
- beautiful natural enviroment
- usually not overcrowded
- calm atmospheres
- huge sand dunes in the background
- can be accessed on foot and by taxi boat from Agios Nikitas
– Cons
- on foot you must climb a hill to reach the beach
- taxi boats don’t operate when the sea has significant waves
