4 Stunning Greek Beaches Perfect For Families

When it comes to booking the next summer family getaway, there’s only ever one criteria on the list: a beach. It’s impossible to have a family holiday in the hotter months without factoring in a little sun and sea, whether it’s the well-trodden coasts of Spain, Sicily or the French Riviera. If you’re a little bored with these Western European haunts, though, you might have an appetite for some beach-lounging a little farther afield. Enter Greece.

Greece is, without a shadow of a doubt, the perfect location for beach holidays. Its mainland and myriad isles boast year-round sunny weather, calm waters, and stunning culture to boot. The trick is to know where to go – answers to which this guide will handily provide.

Rhodes

Rhodes is one of the Dodecanese islands (indeed, the largest) and home to some incredible monuments to ancient history, amongst which are modern resort amenities that appeal to the multi-generational family. The calm waters of the sun-drenched eastern coast are ideal splashing fodder for your children, while the sailing centres that dot its length are just begging to be lovingly scrutinised by the grandparents.

Analipsi

Analipsi is one of the better-kept secrets of the Greek isles. Nestled in the north-facing coastline of the isle of Crete, it is defined by five expansive stretches of golden sands; a veritable playground for the active family, thanks to its keen water-sporting tradition and the imposing peaks of the Taygetus mountains that frame the beach. If you’re looking for excellent amenities and expert childcare, choose to stay at one of the beach clubs in Analipsi, which serve as an ideal base camp for exploring the Greek islands.

Paleros

Moving to the mainland now, we look towards the Ionian coast; to Paleros, a quiet and highly inviting seaside municipality that oozes tranquillity. It’s another boater’s paradise, being a traditional Greek village with a modern and picturesque marina, which, incidentally, could serve as a fantastic launching point for family sailing excursions. Paleros is also close to some incredible beaches, chief amongst which is Vathiavali Beach.

Lefkas

Last but most certainly not least, we come to Lefkas. This is another Ionian secret, this time kept on the island of Lefkas. If you want stereotypical white cliffs, golden sands and deep blue seas, here is where you want to be. It’s also where the adventure sportsfolk want to be, thanks to the rich windsurfing potential of Vasiliki Bay! If sun lounging is more your family’s style, there are myriad other beaches of a calmer inclination to explore, including Kathisma Beach and Egremni Beach.