Mykonos is definitely Greece’s answer to Ibiza, but much more welcoming and possibly a bit more expensive. In Mykonos you will find Greek celebrities spending their summer holidays. Greek singer and entertainer Sakis Rouvas is often seen in Mykonos, parts of the Greek national football team and singer Nikos Vertis spend their time here. So if you don’t mind rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous, don’t miss Mykonos.
The island has also become a playground for homosexuals: Mykonos welcomes everyone with open arms.
You can easily travel to Mykonos by plane from Athens or by boat from Piraeus or Rafina. If you choose to travel in early or late summer, you’ll find many great and affordable package deals that include your flight and hotel. But Mykonos is best enjoyed during July-August, when the island vibrates with anticipation.
Mykonos is a typical postcard island with small whitewashed houses with their blue doors and traditional Cycladic windmills. Tourism is the island’s main source of income, when the last guests leave the island in autumn, Mykonos falls into a restful sleep until spring. There are many excellent beaches on the island and local buses can easily get there. If you want to explore the island on your own, you can rent a car or a scooter.
There are countless boats that take you around the island and to neighboring islands, something you should not miss.
The island is a popular stopover for islanders and Mykonos is best suited for those who like to party and are not traveling on a very tight budget.
There are many shops in Mykonos town. Maybe you will find something really nice for yourself or for a gift.
This is where all the fun happens. Nightlife on the island is concentrated in the capital. The city offers many winding streets and many do not have street names, you simply have to acquire some landmarks. The main street Matogianni is a good check point as is Plateia Remezzo, the bus station.
From the main bus station you can take local buses to the tourist areas and beaches of the island. From here you can also reach the only town on the island, Ano Mera.
In Mykonos Town you will find many hotels, restaurants, bars, clubs and shops.
Facts about Mykonos
Inhabitants: The island has 10,000 inhabitants.
Capital: The capital is the city of Mykonos.
Airport: The island has a national airport built in 1971.
Local transport: local bus, taxi, car rental, mopeds and motorcycles.
Get there
Mykonos is waiting to be discovered.
The most convenient way to travel is to take the speedboat from the Rafina port on the mainland, the journey takes about 2.5 hours. The island has a ferry connection with most of the Cyclades islands, Kalymnos, Kos, Leros, Patmos and Rhodes. There is also a helicopter rental on the island, making your trip a breeze.
Attractions in Mykonos
There is an Archaeological Museum, a Maritime Museum and a Folk Museum in Mykonos Town. It is worth a visit.
Where to stay in Mykonos
Mykonos Town is the place to stay. You will find everything from a basic apartment to the most luxurious boutique hotels and resorts offering advanced spa treatments, personal trainers and beauty treatments.
The best beaches of Mykonos
Paradise Beach is the most popular beach on the island. People come out at lunchtime to slowly come to life after last night’s tryouts. The coarse sand and the beautiful turquoise waters invite you to long days of rest on the beach. The beach has plenty of water sports, restaurants and beach bars with loud music to keep your adrenaline flowing.
Psarou – One of the most cosmopolitan beaches in the Mediterranean Sea. The beach is protected from the wind and in high season, the beach is one of the most visited on the island, there are many beach bars and nice restaurants to relax.
Nightlife in Mykonos
In the city of Mykonos, the nightlife is concentrated in the area known as Little Venice, this is where you will find everything you have always dreamed of.
Down in the harbor you will also find plenty of taverns and pubs that will keep you up until dawn. During high season, famous DJ’s visit the island and clubs compete to see who can put on the best show and attract the best crowd.
Shopping in Mykonos
There are many shopping opportunities in Mykonos, you will find many shops selling beautiful jewellery, ceramics and arts. Many of the artists in the galleries are from Athens, they move to Mykonos in the summer to sell their work and also for inspiration. There are also many shops selling designer clothes and beautiful bags and accessories.
Do not miss
Day trips by boat to the neighboring islands are a must, especially to the tiny island of Delos, once the centerpiece of the ancient Greek world. There is also a speedboat that takes you to Santorini where you can spend the day before heading back to Mykonos.
did you know
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis loved Mykonos, her favorite hotel Theoxenia remains the jewel of the island.