Fishing boats drawn up at the northern end of the long sandy beach at Kini, Syros.
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Kini Beach

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The Verdict

A long sandy beach facing west, quieter than Galissas, with the sunset straight down the bay.

Why go

Kini is a broad sweep of sand with fishing boats drawn up at the northern end and a handful of tavernas behind it. It faces west, which means the sunset lands straight down the bay, the water is shallow a long way out, and the wind that troubles the south coast is less of a problem. Quieter than the beaches nearer town; bus in season, or twenty minutes by car.

Time needed
Half day
Best for
Best Beaches · Couples · Quiet · Families
Skip if
you want a beach with a crowd and a bar · you are relying on a late bus in the shoulder season
Best months
June, July, September
Crowd reality
Quiet
Car needed
Car Helpful
Recommendation
Recommended

Understand the place

A broad sandy beach on the west coast of Syros with fishing boats at one end, tavernas behind and the sun setting over the water.

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