15 Romantic Greek Islands Perfect for Love-Struck Couples

The island has always been a quintessentially romantic place. A Greek island is even more so: stunning panoramas, crystal-clear waters, secluded beaches, beautiful villages, enchanting sunsets, flowers, donkeys, little chapels, and many tavernas for a romantic dinner for two. The Greek islands are numerous and in many ways, all have at least one perfect spot for some couple's relaxation. Below, we have selected the best Greek islands for couples, but nothing prevents you from choosing another one as your personal love nest. Additionally, you can also check out the article "Greek islands for honeymoon or wedding anniversary".

Amorgos (Cyclades)

A less touristy island, perfect for walks and hiking, perhaps to the fantastic Chozoviotissa Monastery.

Kefalonia (Ionian Islands)

The island offers perfect spots for couples such as the underground lake of Melissani, where the sunlight gives the water magnificent colors that change continuously throughout the day. The panorama over the Myrtos Gulf with its bright blue waters is also spectacular.

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Chios (Northeast Aegean)

The large but quiet Chios offers couples the chance to stroll and explore beautiful medieval villages with towers, walls, battlemented houses, and many Byzantine monuments. Highlights include Anavatos (an abandoned village surrounded by cliffs), Pyrgi (a national monument with houses decorated with beautiful geometric designs in white and gray), and Mesta (a beautiful medieval village with corner towers, walls, narrow streets with arches, and ancient houses).

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Crete

In the grand Crete, there is the medieval city of Rethymno: charming, romantic, and perfect for couples in love. It is even famous for being visited by couples intending to marry. Around Crete, there are two small islands with fantastic seas where you can spend hours in a romantic novel setting: Chrissi and Koufonissi.

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Elafonisos (Ionian Islands)

A tiny island with Caribbean-like seas and beaches. The beach of Simos, known as Sarakiniko, is very large, so a quiet corner for a couple can always be found. In the evening, the only village comes alive, and you can dine among the boats in the harbor while looking at a picturesque little church built on a flat islet, reachable by a footbridge over the sea.

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Folegandros (Cyclades)

The capital is one of the most beautiful villages in the Cyclades: very well-kept, full of flowers, rich in refined details, and perfect for strolling hand in hand. The island's atmosphere is very romantic, thanks to its fantastic sunsets, breathtaking views, and the possibility to walk alone almost everywhere. It's no coincidence that Folegandros is called "the island of couples."

Ikaria (Northeast Aegean)

A less touristy island with picturesque mountain villages with slate roofs and plenty of surrounding vegetation. Recommended for couple's relaxation, thanks to the numerous thermal springs, even in the sea.

Karpathos (Dodecanese)

In Karpathos, after enjoying the sea and beaches, you can explore the various mountain villages, often perched on cliffs, and see the beautiful neoclassical houses with carved wooden balconies. Visit the colorful Olympus, located among beautiful pine forests, chapels, and mills, where the inhabitants still cultivate popular traditions and the women often wear traditional costumes.

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Koufonissi (Cyclades)

Very small but very beautiful. Its charm lies in the beautiful sea and the ability to reach the beaches easily on foot in a relaxed (not in August) and romantic atmosphere.

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Lesbos (Northeast Aegean)

If it was on Lesbos that the famous poetess Sappho wrote her love poems, there must be a reason. The island is romantic: beautiful sunsets, beautiful mountain villages, beautiful sea, beautiful archaeological sites, and all the tranquility a couple can desire.

Milos (Cyclades)

A romantic island for the variety and beauty of its landscapes rich in colors. It ranges from beaches with rocks of all colors to white cliffs like snow, from caves with turquoise seas to fascinating archaeological environments. Milos never disappoints!

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Mykonos (Cyclades)

It is wonderful to walk as a couple in the small Venice with the waterfront houses, typical wooden balconies, and terraces overlooking the sea. The five mills that stand out on top of the Chora hill are also impressive. One piece of advice: it is better to avoid August if you want to experience the couple's relationship in tranquility, otherwise maximum fun!

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Santorini (Cyclades)

The island is visited by all kinds of tourists but certainly, during the quieter moments, it is perfect for couples in love. The suggestive sunsets over the caldera are famous worldwide, as are the views from Oia, with the white houses, blue domes, bright flowers, imposing cliffs, and the beautiful Aegean Sea in the background.

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Skopelos (Sporades)

The beautiful capital, characterized by its narrow streets winding among whitewashed houses with occasional splashes of blue, ochre, or red, is very romantic. Glossa is also very beautiful and characteristic, nestled among olive trees, with its white houses and wooden balconies. The movie "Mamma Mia!" was filmed on the island, further cementing its reputation as an island for lovers.

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Symi (Dodecanese)

Symi is a very picturesque island where both the wild nature and a particular architecture dominate. The capital is a charming town located on a hill with colorful houses rich in friezes, balconies, columns, and pediments. Some windmills embellish the landscape, making it even more romantic. There are many trails for beautiful walks in search of churches and scenic views.