Beaches6 min read
Best beaches for dogs in Greece
Curated beaches where dogs are welcome.
Ionian
- **Agios Ioannis, Lefkada** — official pet-friendly beach with shade. - **Skidi, Corfu** — secluded, ideal for off-leash running. - **Avithos, Kefalonia** — sandy with shallow water.
Crete
- **Pikilasos, south Crete** — long pebbled beach. - **Orthi Ammos, Frangokastello** — official pet beach.
Cyclades
- **Monolithos, Santorini** — one of the few that welcomes dogs. - **Plaka, Naxos** — long sandy stretch, easy for pets.
Halkidiki
- **Possidi (west side)** — informal but very dog-friendly.
Rules
- Organized beaches usually ban dogs — pick free ones. - Always bring water, shade and bags. - Avoid peak sun hours (12pm–5pm).