If you want to go to a cosmopolitan beach, then Lambes of Foinikounda is the place to be. It’s a sandy beach with refreshing blue waters and it provides anything you may need for an active day at the beach. If you feel like cooling down, you can discover its quieter version right next to it. Lambes of Methoni Beach is very low key and it’s has a very relaxing atmosphere. In any case, there’s no need to choose, you can enjoy both in one day and feel the variety.

If you want to dive into medieval times, then you should visit the beach of Krokales that looks up to the castle of Monemvassia. It may have no actual beach, but its waters are cool, clear, and utterly refreshing. Also, you can enjoy the sunset at the top of the rock in the Upper City of Monemvassia and seize your evening.

Directions: 
Easy access by car, until the castle and a small walk to the beach

If you want to live a dreamy-like experience, then you have to visit the beach of Glyfada. It has thin sand and warm shallow waters, which are ideal for families with children. After swimming, you can visit one of the seafood tavernas of Gythio for utter relaxation.

Directions: 
Easy access by car; on the way to Gythio, at the exit of Monemvassia

If you want to find yourself on a beach where time just stops, then you can go to Foinikounda Beach. The beach is on a bay that extends from the one side to the other and the view is breathtaking. The deep blue sea and the vast shore make you feel like there’s nothing you have to do, which makes you enjoy the place and all of its moments. 

If you are interested in seeing a beach with a view of the Medieval Ages, then you should go to the sandy beach of Methoni (also known as Ammoudia Tis Methonis). The beach starts where the castle’s walls end and the water is deep blue, really deep blue. It’s ideal for beach volley and all kinds of beach sports, as well as serious sunbathing. After swimming, you can wander around the narrow streets of Methoni and get lost in the city’s rich history.

If you want to swim while enjoying a breathtaking view of the gulf of Corinth, then the beach of Vrahati is all you need. It’s a small picturesque beach with small pebbles and clear water. It has special infrastructure that grants access to people with disabilities and it's organized with sun beds, umbrellas, and water sports. It has a marina with cafés and tavernas that are very popular among boat owners. It’s a beach that’s simply irresistible to visit. 

If you want to dive in a sea that’s surrounded by a forest, then you have to visit the beach of Pefkias. It’s a sandy beach with pebbles and clear blue waters. Also, you can find busy spots with beach bars along the coastline, as well as remote, calm places. It’s located within the unique “Aesthetic Forest” of Pefkias that has been there for more than 300 years and it fills you with an authentic, timeless scent of summer.

If you want to visit one of the hidden treasures of the Peloponnese, then you can simply visit the beach of Mylokopi. It’s not very easy to access, since it’s located in the middle of a pine tree forest, but it’s worth the trouble. It’s divided in two beaches, a sandy and a stony one. The transparent emerald color of the crystal clear waters is just stunning, while the sea floor is full of reefs and it calls for various underwater activities, such as scuba diving, spear gun fishing, and snorkeling.

If you want to swim in green waters that are surrounded by tall green pine trees, then Loutraki Beach matches your mood. It’s an organized beach with golden sand and great shade for the hot summer days. You also have the choice of the small tavernas behind the beach or, if you’re in an cultural mood, you can discover the distinctive archaeological site of the area. Loutraki Beach has it all and then some, just for you.

If you are looking for something exotic for your days on the beach, then you can visit Lake Vouliagmeni. This blue lake of Corinthia is just a few meters away from the sea and it charms even the most demanding visitor, with its blue colors and perfect stillness. It has white sand and warm shallow waters that get deeper as you keep going inside. The blue color of the waters is stunning and the scenery is just magical. Also, there are exquisite small tavernas that will add some extra taste to your overall experience.