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Mykonos, Greece

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Mykonos

Greece

Mykonos (Greek: Μύκονος) is a popular tourist destination in the Greek islands of the Cyclades group, situated in the middle of the Aegean Sea. Mykonos is located south of Tinos, east of Syros and north of Paros and Naxos.

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  • Prioritize walking or using the public bus network over taxis; with only about 30 taxis on the entire island, relying on them for transport will consistently result in significant delays.

  • Combine your visit to the windmills with a walk down the stairs to Little Venice for sunset, but arrive early to secure a spot at a bar or along the shoreline, as these are the most popular locations on the island.

  • Plan to visit Panagia Paraportiani during the day, as the single chapel accessible to visitors is only open from early morning until sunset.

  • Exercise caution with your final bill at smaller, highly-trafficked tourist spots like Lotus, as overcharging is a known risk for unwary visitors.

  • Opt for fish taverns like Kounelas for fresh, local seafood, but be prepared for them to be full; for a more casual meal with a broad menu and reasonable pricing, consider Artisti Prozymi.

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Best time to go

Best window: Any time — the weather is kind all year

Kind weather all year — there is no month to avoid.

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Getting around

By bus

There is a bus network that takes you around the island. There are two bus stations in Mykonos Town, each on different sides of Mykonos Town.

By taxi

On the entire island there are only about 30 taxis, which means that depending on taxis for transport can be an exercise of great patience.

By car or by motorbike

Mykonos has an extensive public transport system from Mykonos Town. By public transport it is easy to get to all the southern beaches, which happen to be the nicest beaches as well.

By boat

Various boat services provide a good and fun way of getting to the southern beaches of Mykonos. From Platys Gialos small fishing boats converted into tourist transport leave every hour or less to the beaches of Paranga, Paradise, Super Paradise, Agrari and…

Transport notes from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA 4.0.

What to see

Archaeological Museum of Mykonos

near the northern bus station· Cheap

The exhibition of the museum includes a large number of vases, ranging from the prehistoric to the late Hellenistic period (25th-1st century BC), grave statues, stelae and funerary urns from the nearby island of Rheneia (Delos'…

Skip the line — book tickets

Panagia Paraportiani

most western part of town

Of all the churches on Mykonos, the most impressive is Panagia Paraportianí, a true Byzantine jewel. This whitewashed church, which building dates back to 1425 and was not completed until the 17th century, is the most popular and most…

Folklore Museum

a few meters from Paraportiani· Cheap

The Folklore Museum, housed in an 18th-century sea captain's house, brings together a number of collections of furniture, icons, pieces of sculpture, folk musical instruments, costumes and textiles.

Skip the line — book tickets

Lena's House Museum

centre of town, next to the Maritime Museum

Lena's House Museum, a branch of the Folklore Museum, is an authentic 19th-century middle class Mykonian house, completely restored with furnishings.

Skip the line — book tickets

The Windmills

western part of town

From as early as the 16th century, the windmills are one of the most recognized landmarks of Mykonos. Once this island was a great producer of wheat and bread.

Little Venice

most western part of town

A district located at the sea, famous for its picturesque medieval two and three storey houses, which stand like a wall above the sea, and their colourful wooden balconies.

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What to eat

Places are listed from Wikivoyage and our own sourced research. Worth it means a second, independent source names the place too; “3 sources agree” means three or more do — and each card names them, so you can check.

Nammos

Worth it

Also recommended by Santorini Secrets

Iconic beachside restaurant on Psarou Beach serving Mediterranean cuisine with tables on the sand.

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Maereio

Worth it

Also recommended by Santorini Secrets

A simple, traditional Mykonos Town taverna serving classic Greek dishes like saganaki and moussaka at fair prices.

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Eva's Garden

centre of town

Home cooked Greek and international dishes in a beautiful garden and roof setting. Dining room inside for windy nights. Excellent service and good atmosphere.

Appaloosa Bar & Restaurant

centre of town

Mexican-European food, relaxed atmosphere and also a great place for cocktails. As of April 2025, closed temporarily, moving to a pop-up at 'El burro'.

La Maison de Katrin Restaurant

corner of Gerasimos & Nikou, off Matogianni Street· Pricey

One of the most famous and oldest restaurants on the island, with classic French and Greek cuisine and excellent service. Stylish and expensive.

Artisti Prozymi

in the main square

Advertised as a bakery -- there is a bakery with very good pastries in the front but also a broad menu priced very reasonably for Mykonos, as well as a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available. Well-situated

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Kounelas Fish Tavern

near the harbour, next to Porta Bar

A small fish tavern in a garden setting. Fresh fish accompanied by Greek salads at a reasonable price. You can select your dish from the limited menu or choose your seafood from the catch of the day. Often full.

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Lotus

halfway along main street

Small, romantic spot, seating under a canopy of vines. Good food and full bar. Check prices and bill carefully since they are known for overcharging unwary tourists.

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Where to stay

Mykonos Camping

Paranga Beach· Moderate

Mykonos Camping extends out on a headland overlooking the sea. A camping with a self-service restaurant, cafe-bar, swimming pool, mini market and bike rental. Paraga Beach Hostel is part of this camping (or it might just be rebranding).

Paradise Beach Resort and Camping

Paradise Beach· Moderate

A pretty much self contained camping with a self-service restaurant, snackbar, beach bar, mini market, boutique, internet and bike rental. A good choice if you want a more developed camping and are looking to meet other young backpackers…

Vouniotis Pension

600m out of Mykonos Town· Pricey

In a quiet area, but a bit of a trek up the hill (15 minutes). The Vouniotis Pension complex constists of 15 rooms, comprised of a fridge, a TV, a private bathroom and a veranda.

Vista Apartments

near the old port and the northern bus station· Expensive

Fully-appointed, spacious apartments for 2 to 5 persons, close to the old port in Mykonos Town, and Nikos Apartments located in Megali Ammos.

Mykonos Villas Greece

Omvrodektis

Villas and apartment rentals in Mykonos Greece, all locations in Mykonos, and various beach locations.

Nazos Hotel

on the edge of town, from the southern bus station a 5-minute walk up the hill· Expensive

A small, family-run hotel with 14 rooms.

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