Glyfada Beach is a small bay located between two headlands. It is known for its clean water and natural beauty. The beach is characterized by its rocky underwater terrain which gets deep quickly, making it a unique spot for swimming. However, visitors are advised to be cautious as the water is not very wavy due to the presence of numerous boats.
The beach is easily accessible and is a popular destination, especially on weekends. Despite its popularity, it does not feel overly crowded, even during peak times. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing day under one of the free umbrellas available on the beach. There is also a lifeguard on duty for the safety of the beachgoers.
Glyfada Beach offers a single changing room for its visitors. However, it lacks restroom facilities, which some visitors find inconvenient. Instead, the nearest restaurants are often used for this purpose.
The beach also provides free parking, making it a budget-friendly option for visitors. Additionally, there is a hotel located right at the parking area where visitors can grab a coffee, drink, or a salad at a reasonable price.
Despite its many amenities, some visitors have raised concerns about the cleanliness of the beach, particularly the presence of rubbish on the sand. Nevertheless, Glyfada Beach remains a popular destination for its natural beauty and the amenities it offers.
Glyfada Beach amenities include parking.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the cleanliness of the water and the scenic beauty of the beach, with its calm waves and unique location between two headlands. They also appreciate the availability of amenities such as free parking, umbrellas, and a changing room. However, the lack of restroom facilities and presence of litter on the sand are common complaints among visitors.
Visitors to Glyfada Beach in Attica often stay in the nearby town of Glyfada, which offers a variety of accommodation options ranging from luxury hotels to budget-friendly apartments. Many choose to stay close to the beach itself, as there is a hotel located right at the parking area, providing easy access to the beach and its amenities.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 37.8735013 / Longitude: 23.7327459
Glyfada Beach is located in Attica. The following map of Glyfada Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 25.5°C/31.7°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 33.1°C |
| Sea Temperature | 28.1 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.3 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:52/19:59 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.6 hrs |
| UV Index | 7.55 |
| Cloud Cover | 5% |
| Speed | 20.2 km/h |
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| Gusts | 43.2 km/h |
| Direction | NE |
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