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Researched Updated Oct 29, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Milos, Cyclades, Greece 1 2
Population
The 2021 census counted 5,302 residents in the municipality of Milos (2,726 men and 2,576 women), up from 4,977 in 2011. 3
Internet Speed
Average 45-60 Mbps (Starlink available with speeds up to 250 Mbps)
Currency & Banking
Euro. On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank reference used for Greece was 1 euro = 1.1205 US dollars, so 1 US dollar = 0.8925 euro. The port fund phone list puts National Bank in Adamantas and in Triovasalos, and Alpha Bank and Piraeus Bank in Triovasalos. 5 8
Tap Water
A wind-powered seawater plant has supplied potable water to the municipal network since summer 2007, about 4,500 cubic metres a day. The municipality posted a notice on 27 September 2026 that the plant had stopped feeding the network because of the weather and asked people to limit use until it resumed. On small islands the tap water often tastes poor, and many people buy bottles. 19 20 4
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 4
SIM Card
Prepaid SIMs from Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova (the country guide still says Wind) need a passport or national ID. Vodafone Combo 9GB is 14.50 euro for 30 days (9 GB, unlimited national calls and 100 SMS). A short stay can use Vodafone Data Day, 15 GB for 1.20 euro over 24 hours. Those are the prices in the Milos costs file. Cosmote is the wider island network. 6 4
Banking for Expats
Revolut and Wise widely used; local banks require AFM (tax number).
Accommodation
Hotels, rooms and apartments are spread through Adamantas, Pollonia and Plaka. In Klima, syrmata are traditional fishermen houses with a boathouse cut into the rock. In Trypiti, some windmills are places to stay. 1 18
Cashless Friendly
Visa, Mastercard and Maestro are widely accepted in shops, hotels and on ferries and airlines. Some restaurants do not take cards, and cash is still common on smaller islands and in kiosks. 4
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb, Booking.com. Local agents like Milos Accommodations.
Budget Accommodation
Greeka puts cheaper stays in Adamas at about 60 to 120 euro a night, and a mid-range room for two in high season at about 100 to 150 euro. Hotel Portiani, by the port in Adamas, lists prices from 70 euro. 18 1
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Adamas (port convenience) or Plaka (sunset views and charm). 18 1
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Pollonia (quieter, better cafes) or Adamas (walking distance to all services).

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
The Milos travel guide does not list a coworking space. People work from cafes and hotel lounges in Adamantas. 1
Best Cafe for Work
Aggeliki Ice Cream Shop (Adamas) - strong WiFi and tables; Akri Cafe (Adamas) for early morning sessions.
Networking Events
No formal nomad meetups; informal gatherings at 'Deep Blue' bar or via 'Digital Nomads Greece' FB group.
Social Events for Expats
Community beach cleans and local festivals (Panigiria) in summer/autumn.

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
The port fund lists a taxi station in Adamantas on 22870 22219 and another in Triovasalos on 22870 21306. It does not name a ride-hailing app. 8
Bike/Scooter Rental
Motorcycle scooters are about 35 euro a day. Quad bikes are widely hired and can be rented with a car licence. Ordinary scooters do not reach some tracks on the west of the island. 1
Best Beach Nearby
Sarakiniko (moon-like landscape) and Firiplaka. 1 23
Top Regional Airline
Sky Express / Olympic Air (Aegean) flying from Athens. 1
Top International Airline
None direct; fly to Athens (ATH) then connect or ferry. 1
Highway Access
Most popular places are on paved roads, with some smooth unpaved sections. Parts of the west, including Thiorichia beach at the old sulphur mines, are not reachable by an ordinary car. 1
Main Train/Transit Hub
Adamantas is the ferry harbour. A small boat also leaves Pollonia for Kimolos. There is no railway on the island. 1
Public Transport Passes
The island bus charges 2 euro a ride, paid on the bus (as of 2023). Schedules change with the season. The travel guide does not list a monthly pass. 1
Regional Travel
A small boat runs from Pollonia to Kimolos. Ferries also call at Sifnos, Santorini, Serifos and Piraeus, among other ports. Crossing times and fares change with the boat. 1

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
The Health Center of Milos is in Plaka, postcode 84800. The health region lists telephones 2287360000 and 2287360032. 7
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Milos Yoga Retreats; seasonal classes at hotels like Milos Cove.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Milos Fitness Center (Adamas) - Day pass approx €10.
Laundry Services
Milos Laundry (Adamas/Triovasalos) - approx €15 per bag wash/dry.

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
fagaki.gr (local service for the island).
Best Local Dish to Try
Pitarakia, small fried cheese pies, are a local dish. Enalion in Pollonia is known for them. Shops in Adamantas sell sun-dried tomato paste and glyko, fruit preserved in syrup. 1
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
O! Hamos in Adamantas serves courgette and goat-cheese fritters and also roast meat. Ergina in Trypiti serves an onion and goat-cheese pie and a beet salad, and also goat. These are not vegetarian restaurants. 1
Best Dessert Spots
Palaios in Plaka sells local sweets, mille-feuille and homemade ice cream. 1
Affordable Shopping Spots
Vidalis Supermarket and AB Market in Karodromos.
E-commerce/Online Store
Skroutz.gr (the Amazon of Greece); delivery takes 3-5 days to islands.
Grocery Delivery
Direct via AB Vassilopoulos online for larger orders.
Bar/Nightlife Area
Adamas Waterfront and the narrow streets of Plaka. 1
Local Brewery
No island brewery; Volkan (Santorini local beer) widely served.
Wine Bars
Kostantakis Cave Winery (Pollonia) for tastings; Armada (Adamas).
Street Food Stalls
Artemis Bakery (Adamas) for cheap Spanakopita and pies.
Popular International Cuisine
Mostly traditional Greek; Hanabi Sushi (Pollonia) for Japanese.

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Sarakiniko Beach, Venus de Milo discovery site, Catacombs of Milos. 1
Museums & Art Venues
Archaeological Museum of Milos (Plaka), Mining Museum (Adamas). 1 22 8
Historical Sites
Little of the ancient city remains apart from a Roman-era theatre near Trypiti, now under conservation. A farmer found the Venus de Milo near here in 1820. 1
Religious Sites
Panagia Thalassitra (Plaka) - church with iconic sea views. 1
Annual Events
Milos Festival (July/August) - concerts and exhibitions.
Cultural Districts
Plaka (the historic Chora) and Klima (traditional fishing village). 1 18
Theater Venues
The Roman-era theatre near Trypiti is under conservation. The travel guide does not list current performances there. 1
Local Markets
Seasonal farmers market in Triovasalos on weekend mornings.
Music Scene
Live Rembetiko at local tavern 'Glaronisia' in Tripiti.
Street Art
Minimal; cultural charm is found in the whitewashed architecture.
Cooking Classes
Local cooking experiences via 'Milos Food' tours.
Art Galleries
Various craft galleries in Plaka selling local ceramics and jewelry.
Historic Buildings
Traditional Windmills in Tripiti (some converted to hotels). 1
Local Heritage
Deep mining history (obsidian to perlite) and the Venus de Milo heritage. 2 1

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Kleftiko, white sea caves and rock arches, is reached mainly by boat. 1
National Parks Nearby
There is no national park. Almost all of the uninhabited west is a Natura 2000 site. The bird area Western Milos, Antimilos, Polyaigos and the islets (GR4220030) covers 9,172 hectares. 2 21
Cycling/Walking Paths
Hiking trail from Plaka to Ancient Theater; Adamas to Sarakiniko trail.
Scenic Viewpoints
The Venetian castle above Plaka is the sunset viewpoint, with the church of Panagia Skiniotissa at the top. The highest point is Mount Profitis Elias, 748 metres, in the west, not the castle. 1 2
Birdwatching Locations
Chivadolimni lagoon, inside the western Milos bird site, holds wintering wildfowl. Eleonora falcons nest in the same area. Kanava is the nearest settlement on the site page. 21
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
A national fire ban runs from 1 May to 31 October and covers campfires, bonfires, barbecues and fireworks. Call 112 to report a fire. 4

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
The port fund lists the post office in Triovasalos on 22870 21214. It does not list a courier depot in Adamantas. 8
Tech Repair Services
Limited; small shop in Triovasalos for basic phone repair.
Table Tennis Spots
Milos Sports Club (Triovasalos).
Language Classes
Private tutors only; inquire at local schools (Schools are in Plaka/Triovasalos).
Libraries & Study Spots
Public Library in the Town Hall (Plaka).
Community Centers
Cultural Center of Milos (Adamas).
Gaming Lounges
None; focus is on outdoor activities.
Casino & Gaming Halls
None available (Illegal outside specific resort zones in Greece).

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €135,000 in Adamas)
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €96,000 in rural plots)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €210,000 in Plaka)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €150,000 in Zefyria)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €4,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €320,000 in Pollonia)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €224,000 in Paliochori)
Corporate Tax
22% standard rate. 12
Dividend Withholding Tax
5%. 13
Tax System
A person present in Greece for more than 183 days in any 12-month period is a Greek tax resident from the first day, and tax residents are taxed on worldwide income. Residence can also follow the permanent home or the centre of vital interests. 17 13 14
Highest Income Tax Bracket
44% on employment, pension and business income above 60,000 euro. Income from 40,000 to 60,000 euro is taxed at 39%. 9
VAT
Standard VAT is 24%. A reduced rate of 13% covers food, catering and hotels, and 6% covers medicines, books and electricity, with 4% on some accessibility works. A 30% island cut does not include the Cyclades, so it does not apply on Milos. 10
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes. Undistributed income of a foreign company is taxed in Greece when the resident owns more than 50%, the foreign tax is less than half the Greek tax, and more than 30% of the profit is passive. EU and EEA companies with real staff, equipment and premises are excluded. 15
Property Tax
ENFIA - Annual tax based on size and location.
Property Transaction Tax
3% of the taxable value, paid by the buyer, plus a municipal levy of 3% of that tax, so 3.09% in total. 11 17
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Article 5C exempts 50% of employment and business income earned in Greece for seven tax years. The person must not have been a Greek tax resident in five of the six years before moving, and must work or run a business in Greece. It does not cover pay for work done outside Greece. Article 5A is a 100,000 euro annual lump sum on foreign income for investors, and Article 5B taxes foreign income at 7% for pensioners. 17 16

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 29, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. Wikivoyage Milos: Adamantas harbour, buses at 2 euro, scooters about 35 euro, beaches, museums, tavernasSecondary
  2. English Wikipedia Milos: Cyclades, obsidian and perlite, Profitis Elias 748 metres, western Natura 2000 landSecondary
  3. ELSTAT 2021 census: Milos municipality 5,302 residents (2,726 men and 2,576 women)Official
  4. Wikivoyage Greece: 230 V, Europlug and Schuko, tap water, cards, prepaid identification, fire ban 1 May to 31 OctoberSecondary
  5. ECB 90-day euro rates: 1 euro = 1.1205 US dollars on 22 October 2026; 1.1193 on 23 October 2026Official
  6. Vodafone Greece prepaid tariff: Combo 9GB 14.50 euro for 30 days; Data Day 15 GB for 1.20 euroOfficial
  7. 2nd Health Region: Health Center of Milos in Plaka, postcode 84800, phones 2287360000 and 2287360032Official
  8. Milos port fund phone list, dated 21 December 2022: banks, taxi stations, post office in Triovasalos, museumsOfficial
  9. PwC Greece personal income, reviewed 8 September 2026: 44 percent above 60,000 euro; 39 percent from 40,000 to 60,000Secondary
  10. Ministry of Finance VAT: 24, 13, 6 and 4 percent; the 30 percent island cut does not list the CycladesOfficial
  11. AADE transfer tax: 3 percent plus a 3 percent municipal levy on that tax, paid by the buyerOfficial
  12. PwC Greece corporate tax: standard rate 22 percent, reviewed 8 September 2026Secondary
  13. PwC Greece income determination: residents taxed on worldwide income; dividends withheld at 5 percentSecondary
  14. PwC Greece residence: physical presence in any 12-month period, or the centre of vital interestsSecondary
  15. PwC Greece controlled foreign companies: more than 50 percent, foreign tax under half, more than 30 percent passiveSecondary
  16. AADE new-resident regimes: Article 5A high-net-worth, 5B pensions, 5C Greek employment and business incomeOfficial
  17. AADE guide for non-residents, July 2025: more than 183 days, Article 5C 50 percent for seven years on Greek employment incomeOfficial
  18. Greeka Milos hotels: budget Adamas 60 to 120 euro; mid-range about 100 to 150 euro for two; syrmata in KlimaSecondary
  19. ITA Group Milos desalination: potable water since 2007, about 4,500 cubic metres a day, linked to the municipal networkOfficial
  20. Municipality of Milos notice of 27 September 2026: desalination feed stopped because of the weather; residents asked to limit useOfficial
  21. Natura 2000 GR4220030 Western Milos, Antimilos, Polyaigos and islets: 9,172 hectares, Eleonora falcons, ChivadolimniSecondary
  22. OpenStreetMap way for the Archaeological Museum of Milos in PlakaReference
  23. OpenStreetMap node named Sarakiniko on MilosReference

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Accommodation Boutique hotels, Airbnb, and traditional 'Sirmas' (boathouses) in Klima. Hotels, rooms and apartments are spread through Adamantas, Pollonia and Plaka. In Klima…
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads 50% income tax exemption for 7 years for eligible remote workers/nomads. Article 5C exempts 50% of employment and business income earned in Greece for seven tax…
    • Best Coworking Space None dedicated; most use 'The Hub' Milos or work from hotel lounges. The Milos travel guide does not list a coworking space. People work from cafes and hotel…
    • Best Dessert Spots Palaios Pastry (Plaka) for traditional Galaktoboureko. Palaios in Plaka sells local sweets, mille-feuille and homemade ice cream.
    • Best Hospital Health Center of Milos (Plaka) for emergencies; private clinics in Adamas. The Health Center of Milos is in Plaka, postcode 84800. The health region lists telephones…
    28 more changes
    • Best Local Dish to Try Pitarakia (cheese pies) and Sladko (tomato sweet preserve). Pitarakia, small fried cheese pies, are a local dish. Enalion in Pollonia is known for…
    • Best Taxi/Ride App No Uber/Bolt. Use Milos Radio Taxi (+30 22870 22219). The port fund lists a taxi station in Adamantas on 22870 22219 and another in Triovasalos…
    • Bike/Scooter Rental Milos Moto (Adamas) - Scooter €20-35/day; ATV €40-60/day. Motorcycle scooters are about 35 euro a day. Quad bikes are widely hired and can be rented…
    • Birdwatching Locations Rivari Lagoon and the salt marshes of Kanava. Chivadolimni lagoon, inside the western Milos bird site, holds wintering wildfowl…
    • Bonfire-Friendly Spots Strictly prohibited during summer due to fire risk; possible on pebble beaches in winter. A national fire ban runs from 1 May to 31 October and covers campfires, bonfires…
    • Budget Accommodation Miloshotel Apartments (Adamas) or Camping Milos (Achivadolimni) - €40-€60/night in… Greeka puts cheaper stays in Adamas at about 60 to 120 euro a night, and a mid-range room…
    • Cashless Friendly Yes, cards accepted at 95% of establishments due to Greek law. Visa, Mastercard and Maestro are widely accepted in shops, hotels and on ferries and…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, Greece follows EU ATAD rules. Yes. Undistributed income of a foreign company is taxed in Greece when the resident owns…
    • Currency & Banking Euro (€). 1 EUR ≈ 1.08 USD. Piraeus Bank and National Bank of Greece in Adamas. Euro. On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank reference used for Greece was 1 euro =…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 44% (for income over €40,000). 44% on employment, pension and business income above 60,000 euro. Income from 40,000 to…
    • Highway Access Main paved road connects Adamas, Plaka, Pollonia; dirt roads to West/South. Most popular places are on paved roads, with some smooth unpaved sections. Parts of the…
    • Historical Sites Ancient Theater of Milos (Roman-style marble theater). Little of the ancient city remains apart from a Roman-era theatre near Trypiti, now under…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub Adamas Port (Ferry terminal for SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries). Adamantas is the ferry harbour. A small boat also leaves Pollonia for Kimolos. There is no…
    • National Parks Nearby Natura 2000 protected western half of the island (Halakas). There is no national park. Almost all of the uninhabited west is a Natura 2000 site. The…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Kleftiko (sea caves - boat access only); Papafragas caves. Kleftiko, white sea caves and rock arches, is reached mainly by boat.
    • Parcel Delivery Service ELTA (Post Office) and ACS Courier in Adamas. The port fund lists the post office in Triovasalos on 22870 21214. It does not list a…
    • Population 5,100 The 2021 census counted 5,302 residents in the municipality of Milos (2,726 men and 2,576…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Property Transaction Tax 3% transfer tax + notary/legal fees (total ~7%). 3% of the taxable value, paid by the buyer, plus a municipal levy of 3% of that tax, so…
    • Public Transport Passes KTEL Milos Bus - Single tickets €1.80-€2.20; no long-term passes. The island bus charges 2 euro a ride, paid on the bus (as of 2023). Schedules change with…
    • Regional Travel Ferry to Kimolos (20 mins), Sifnos (45 mins), or Santorini (2 hrs). A small boat runs from Pollonia to Kimolos. Ferries also call at Sifnos, Santorini…
    • SIM Card Cosmote (best coverage), Vodafone, Nova. Available at stores in Adamas. Prepaid SIMs from Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova (the country guide still says Wind) need a…
    • Scenic Viewpoints Plaka Castle (Kastro) at sunset - the highest point for 360 views. The Venetian castle above Plaka is the sunset viewpoint, with the church of Panagia…
    • Tap Water Not drinkable (use bottled or filtered water for drinking, tap ok for showers) A wind-powered seawater plant has supplied potable water to the municipal network since…
    • Tax System Worldwide income for residents; 183-day rule applies. A person present in Greece for more than 183 days in any 12-month period is a Greek tax…
    • Theater Venues The Ancient Theater (used for special summer performances). The Roman-era theatre near Trypiti is under conservation. The travel guide does not list…
    • VAT 24% standard; 13% for basic foods/hotels. Standard VAT is 24%. A reduced rate of 13% covers food, catering and hotels, and 6% covers…
    • Vegan/Vegetarian Options O! Hamos (Adamas) - many farm-to-table veggie dishes; Yankos for casual eats. O! Hamos in Adamantas serves courgette and goat-cheese fritters and also roast meat…

    fix pass after the batch check: Power restated as 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko), the wording the other Greek island sheets share from the country guide; Tap Water now dates the municipal restriction notice to 27 September 2026; the record now names this run and its verification date (en.wikivoyage.org, milos.gr)

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