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Platys Gialos Beach, Mykonos

See practical info for Platys Gialos in Mykonos, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

The wide shore and water-taxi hub

The name says it all: "wide shore", a broad sandy beach with shallow water on the south coast. It is the main station for the water taxis that link the southern beaches (Ornos, Paraga, Paradise, Elia).

Fully organised and family-friendly, lined with hotels, restaurants and beach bars — one of the most popular and easily bus-accessible from the town.

Region
Mykonos, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
37.41381, 25.34424

About this beach

Platys Gialos usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. That comes from the measured shape of the coastline around it and our curated wind records — a seasonal picture, not a live forecast, so check live wind and waves before you go.

Platys Gialos is oriented towards the south, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

Platys Gialos has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Platys Gialos has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby. There is a campsite nearby (Mykonos Camping, ~944 m).

Good to know

Does Platys Gialos beach get windy?

Platys Gialos usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the meltemi; check live wind and waves before you go.

How do you get to Platys Gialos beach?

Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.

What is Platys Gialos beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Platys Gialos beach have?

It has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby.

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