Best Beaches in the Ionian Islands in May
We rank the 10 beaches to visit in the Ionian Islands in May. Egremni Beach (Greece) comes first with 4.8 / 5, followed by Porto Timoni, Mylos Beach.
The sea reaches about 24 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from May to October. 2 of the 10 have easy access, and 5 are hidden gems.
1Egremni Beach
Lefkada, Ionian Islands, Greece · 4.8 / 5 · Challenging access · about 23 °CA long sweep of pale sand and vivid turquoise water below white limestone cliffs on the west coast of Lefkada.
2Porto Timoni
Afionas, Corfu · 4.7 / 5 · Challenging access · about 24 °CTwo back-to-back coves on the north-west coast of Corfu, separated by a narrow strip of land.
3Mylos Beach
Agios Nikitas, Lefkada · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 24 °CA wild, mostly pebbly beach south of Agios Nikitas, framed by steep green hills and bright blue water.
4Dafnoudi Beach
Fiskardo area, Kefalonia · 4.5 / 5 · Moderate access · about 24 °CA small, sheltered pebble cove on the north tip of Kefalonia near Fiskardo, with calm turquoise water and a pine forest behind it.
5Gidaki Beach
Ithaca, Ionian Islands · 4.5 / 5 · Challenging access · about 24 °CA remote pebble cove on the east coast of Ithaca, backed by pale cliffs and clear blue water.
6Kalamitsi Beach
Kalamitsi, Lefkada · 4.5 / 5 · Challenging access · about 23 °CA string of pebble coves on the west coast of Lefkada below the village of Kalamitsi, with clear water under steep cliffs.
7Paleokastritsa Beach
Paleokastritsa, Corfu, Greece · 4.5 / 5 · Moderate access · about 23 °CA cluster of small coves on the north-west coast of Corfu, backed by green hills and cliffs.
8Agiofili Beach
Vasiliki, Lefkada, Greece · 4.4 / 5 · Moderate access · about 23 °CA beach about 2 km from Vasiliki on the south of Lefkada, with clear water and a sandy shore below dry hills.
9Kalamaki Beach
Laganas Bay, Zakynthos · 4.2 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CA long stretch of golden sand on Laganas Bay and part of the protected loggerhead nesting area.
10Tsilivi Beach
Zakynthos, Ionian Islands · 4.2 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA long sandy beach north of Zakynthos Town with gently shelving, warm water and a lively strip of beach bars and tavernas.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egremni Beach | Greece | 4.8 | 23 °C | May–October | Challenging |
| 2 | Porto Timoni | Greece | 4.7 | 24 °C | May–October | Challenging |
| 3 | Mylos Beach | Greece | 4.6 | 24 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 4 | Dafnoudi Beach | Greece | 4.5 | 24 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 5 | Gidaki Beach | Greece | 4.5 | 24 °C | May–October | Challenging |
| 6 | Kalamitsi Beach | Greece | 4.5 | 23 °C | May–October | Challenging |
| 7 | Paleokastritsa Beach | Greece | 4.5 | 23 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 8 | Agiofili Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 23 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 9 | Kalamaki Beach | Greece | 4.2 | 25 °C | May–October | Easy |
| 10 | Tsilivi Beach | Greece | 4.2 | 24 °C | May–October | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when the beach usual swimming season covers the month, then ranked by editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches to visit in the Ionian Islands in May?
Our top three are Egremni Beach (4.8 out of 5), Porto Timoni (4.7 out of 5), Mylos Beach (4.6 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from May to October. Water temperatures average about 24 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Kalamaki Beach, Tsilivi Beach have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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