The Cyclades: Milos & Sifnos
MILOS is known for its white volcanic moon-like rocks, head to this unique landscape to explore, hike, swim, cliff jump, stay and eat…taking in the sheer beauty of this extraordinary coastline.
The neighboring island of SIFNOS is just under an hour away by ferry and a great island to visit to escape the busier Milos. A more quiet getaway, with a beautiful landscape and 100s of chapels dotting the hills.
Stay
Skinopi Lodge
three bedroom boutique hotel in Milos
Skinoppi Lodge is a charming boutique property nestled on the picturesque hills on the island of Milos. Its traditional Cycladic architecture and modern comfort, blends seamlessly with the island’s traditional style, think whitewashed walls, curved lines, and blues. The lodge also offers only three private villas (guestrooms), so make sure to book well in advance.
Image from Skinopi Lodge’s Official Website
Nival Boutique Hotel
Boutique hotel in sifnos
Nival Boutique Hotel newly opened in 2021 offers a serene and tranquil retreat for travelers. The hotel is located in Apollonia, design includes earthy colors and a focus on natural materials including wood and rope.
Nival has a restaurant, bar and a beautiful pool with scenic views of Sifnos.
Image from Nival Boutique‘s Official Website
Nos Hotel & Villas
Boutique hotel in sifnos
NÓS is a peaceful hideaway with great attentive service, bright comfortable rooms, a delicious restaurant, Spa and a Concierge that can help facilitate any activities you want to organize. From a Private Day Cruise to neighboring islands such as Milos or Antiparos, to local visits around Sifnos.
Image from Nos Hotel & Villas‘s Official Website
Eat
Medusa
Restaurant in Mandrakia on the island of milos
Considered one of the best restaurants on the island. Fresh fish and octupus stand out in a delicious Greek menu curated with respect for the environment and love of Mediterranean cuisine.
Image by @takenbytanna
Omega 3
Restaurant in Sifnos
Don’t be surprised when the waiter sits you on a high stool, on a shared long table in a very relaxed setting right off the beach. We promise a meal at Omega 3 will be one of the most memorable of your summer. The head chef spent time in Peru and has fused the exquisite Peruvian cuisine with Greek speciailities to create an extraodinary menu.
Image from Sandro Weltin @sandroweltin
Other restaurants
Also Recommended in Sifnos
The following restaurants in Sifnos have been recommended to us and we hope to try them out the next time we visit Sifnos:
Perivoli Artemonas
Bostani
Drakaki
Cantina in Kastro
Okyalos
Rabagas
Image from Cafe Restaurant The Vroulidia’s Official Site
Outdoor Venture
Kleftico
Explore the giant white cliffs, tunnels and caves in Milos
Surrounded by giant white cliffs, the truly stunning south western coastline of Milos provides the most spectacular setting in which to lose yourself in the endless tunnels and caves, as you swim or paddle board in the magnificent turquoise waters.
Image © Roaming Stones
Sarakíniko Beach
White volcanic moon-like rocks
Known for its white volcanic moon-like rocks, head to this unique landscape to explore, hike, swim and cliff jump…taking in the sheer beauty of this extraordinary coastline. The unique landscape of this other-worldly site was born out of magma and sculpted into a particular formation of soft white limestone by hundreds of years of wind, waves and rain.
Image © Roaming Stones
Poliegos
Adventure by boat for the day
If you make it to Milos, make sure to visit Poliegos by boat. The fluorescent turquoise blue waters beneath vertical white cliffs are extraodinary. In a country with so many beautiful anchorages, this may be our favorite of them all.
Image © Roaming Stones
Sifnos Scenic Viewpoints
Access by foot and by car
Church of the Seven Martyrs in Kastro (see See Outdoor Venture)
Agios Simeon (A must at sunset, pictured left)
Heronisos Monastery
Image © Massimo Pizzotti /Adobe Stock
Sip & Groove
PLACE 1
Something about the PLACE
Cultural Wander
Mandrakia
Fisherman’s Village in Milos
This little jewel is the most picturesque and colorful fishing port you’ll ever see. Well worth a visit, especially as next door is Medusa, one of Milos’ best restaurants (See EAT).
Image © Roaming Stones
Plaka
Oldest and highest town in milos
Don’t miss the sunset in the oldest and highest town in Milos. Walk through the charming, narrow streets of a typical white Greek village perched on the northern cliffs of the island. The panaramoic views are breathtaking
Image © Roaming Stones
Colores
Shop in Apollonia, Sifnos
Shop dresses for your summer nights, delicately embroidered blouses, pareos for your beach coverups, accessories and homeware from this boutique shop in Apollonia, Sifnos. A great shop to pick up some great Greek summer looks!
Image from Colores’ Official Site
Sifnos Scenic Viewpoints
Access by foot and by car
Church of the Seven Martyrs in Kastro (see See Outdoor Venture)
Agios Simeon (A must at sunset, pictured left)
Heronisos Monastery
Image © Massimo Pizzotti /Adobe Stock
EXPERIENCE 1
Something about the PLACE
Impact
PRotect milos
Leave no footprint behind
The island is in the path of bird migration routes, and home to rare flora and fauna. The western and coastal zones of the island are part of the protected areas known as “Special Reservation Zones”.
