Island in South Aegean, Greece
Milos
Greek island for beach-hopping, sea caves and boat trips, with quiet villages and a small local scene. Needs a car or ATV, ferries run late or cancel in wind, and summer rooms are pricey.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$2,700–3,940Comfortable, one person · €2,400–3,500Details
- Value for money21/100Better value than 20% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 26°CDetails
- Internet91 MbpsFixed broadband, Greece medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledTap water is brackish or desalinated and tastes salty; locals buy bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$45–90Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundKTEL busYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards work in most restaurants and shops; some beach canteens, bakeries and small rooms prefer cash.Details
Where to stay in Milos
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Adamas | Port town: ferries, buses, car rental, most restaurants |
| Plaka–Trypiti | Hilltop village, sunsets, catacombs, quieter evenings |
| Pollonia | Fishing village, calm beach, ferry to Kimolos |
| Paleochori–Provatas | Beach stays on the south coast |
Apps that work in Milos
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: Viber and WhatsApp
- Ferryhopper: Compare and book ferries between islands
- Taxis: No ride apps. Taxis are few and booked by phone through your hotel; hire a car in July–August.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Greece.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards work in most restaurants and shops; some beach canteens, bakeries and small rooms prefer cash. ATMs are in Adamas and Plaka.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Most Greek bank ATMs charge foreign cards a few euros; Euronet costs more. Decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: Round up or leave 5–10% in tavernas and cafés, ideally in cash; card tips often can't be added.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay widely accepted; IRIS bank transfers are for locals with Greek accounts.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen member: non-EU visitors are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (fingerprints and photo) instead of passport stamps.
- ETIAS is not running yet; the EU will announce its start date months in advance.
- Ferries from Turkey and Albania cross the Schengen external border, so expect full passport checks there.
Emergency numbers
Police 100 · Ambulance 166 · Fire 199 · Tourist police 1571 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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