Melissi

Located along the Gulf of Corinth in the northern part of the Peloponnese peninsula, Melissi - also known as Paralia Melissi - is a small sandy pebbly beach with many rocky portions.  The beach is part of the community of Melissi and has a beautiful backdrop of olive trees, pine trees, and many oceanfront homes, providing a serene coastal experience.

Melissi does not have lifeguards but offers several other amenities, including shaded areas, a sunbed and parasol rental facility, and nearby hotels.

Melissi, Greece, is a family-friendly beach that offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, fishing, hiking, watching wildlife, walking, and photography.  If you are planning to go into the water, it has a safe area to swim.   If you enjoy fishing, anglers may catch a wide variety of fish.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  The beach is known for its pebbly shore, crystal-clear waters, and picturesque views, making it a photographer's delight.   Visitors can enjoy a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, making it an all-year-round destination.  Dogs are allowed on the beach, and the beach is open from sunrise until sunset.

Melissi does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Melissi is easy - the beach has many street spots located at Xylokastro-Evrostina 202 00, Greece, which provides easy access to the beach.

Melissi is known for its quiet, serene atmosphere, making it a peaceful getaway where visitors can enjoy the sun setting over the bay.

There are many attractions near Melissi.  Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is a 4th century BCE well-preserved theater, famous for its exceptional acoustics and harmonious design that can accommodate up to 14,000 spectators and still hosts performances during the annual Epidaurus Festival.  Also, it has ruins of a sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek god of medicine, Asclepius, which attracted people seeking healing.  The site includes temples, a hospital, and a museum related to worship and medical practices.  The Corinth Canal is a narrow, artificial waterway in Greece constructed in the late 19th century that connects the Ionian Sea with the Aegean Sea, separating the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland.  It is 6.4 kilometers long and 21.3 meters wide, with steep limestone walls rising up to 79 meters. It was built to reduce the travel time of ships, but it is too narrow for most modern ships, limiting its commercial significance.  Today, it is mainly used by smaller vessels and for tourism purposes, including cruise ships, sightseeing boats, and bungee jumps off its high walls.

Acrocorinth is an ancient citadel located on a rocky hill overlooking the ancient city of Corinth. It served as a fortress from ancient Greek times through the Byzantine, Venetian, and Ottoman periods and has been a key defensive and strategic point throughout history. The site features multiple layers of fortifications, remnants of temples, and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, the Saronic Gulf, and the Corinthian Gulf.  Korfos is a small, picturesque coastal village located on the Saronic Gulf known for its tranquil atmosphere, crystal-clear waters, pebbly beaches, and traditional Greek tavernas offering fresh seafood.  Its serene setting makes it ideal for swimming, sailing, and relaxing by the sea, while the surrounding hills provide scenic views and hiking opportunities.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, The Monastery of Agnountos is an 11th-century Greek Orthodox monastery located near the village of Sofiko, dedicated to the Dormition of the Virgin Mary.  The monastery features beautiful Byzantine architecture, with stone walls, frescoes, and a peaceful courtyard, surrounded by olive groves.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Melissi.  Akrotiri serves amazing Greek-inspired seafood, pork, meat, and poultry dishes.  Karamalikis Restaurant-Bar serves amazing salads, seafood, pork, and meat dishes.  Hellas serves delicious salads, pasta, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Avra serves amazing traditional Greek dishes, salads, sandwiches, seafood, pork, poultry, and meat dishes.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby restaurant, Tamam Grill and More serves amazing seafood dishes.

If you are looking for Melissi Beach hotels, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 4-Star Sikyon Coast Hotel & Resort is three minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa, a Turkish bath, a sauna, and two restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the beachfront 4-Star Green Village, which offers many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a restaurant.  Another moderately priced option is the beachfront 4-Star Arion Hotel, which has many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, a fitness center, and a restaurant.  A more reasonably priced option is the oceanfront 3-Star Lido Hotel, which offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool, a terrace, a restaurant, and a garden.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby hotel, the 3-Star Aqua Mare Resort - earlier known as Xylokastro Beach Hotel, offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a terrace.