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If you’re looking for the classic white buildings with blue domes, then book a trip to the Cyclades in Greece. But what island? It can be a bit overwhelming to start planning your trip with 220 islands to choose from. If you’re looking to enjoy the Greek islands off the beaten path, I have curated a list of the best, must see islands, depending on what you’re looking for.

What you want: Romantic getaway

Where to go: Andros

Andros is the perfect location for a romantic getaway. With beautiful accomodation like Melisses, it is the perfect place to spend a few days to unwind.

What you want: Good nightlife (without the chaos of Mykonos)

Where to go: Paros

The nightlife is fantastic in Paros, without the price tag of Mykonos. It is an island which has grown in popularity in the past few years and has a fantastic main town, Naoussa, with lots to do and see.

What you want: Lots of beach time

Where to go: Milos

Looking for an island with lots of beach options? Look no further than Milos, with 41 beaches on the tiny island. A fantastic way to spend a day is to rent a boat to get to the harder to reach beaches. Sarakiniko is the famous beach on the island with white rocks.

What you want: Quiet, quaint island

Where to go: Folegandros

Folegandros is a smaller island in the Cyclades, with about 700 permanent residents. It has a very cute, small main town, Chora, where you can grab a frappe and a nice dinner. There are also great walks between the beaches, like Agkali beach and Agios Nikolaos.

What you want: Good food close to Athens

Where to go: Kea

If you’re looking for a quick getaway from Athens, Kea is just over an hour away via ferry. It has fantastic food and is generally visited by Athenians looking for a weekend away.