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Mykonos
Mykonos – Expert Review of Beaches, Style & Nightlife
Overview
Mykonos pairs archetypal Cycladic lanes with a polished hospitality scene. The Mykonos Town (Chora) waterfront—windmills, captive sunsets, balconies skimming the waves—remains cinematic, while the south coast strings together beaches with beach‑club infrastructure that rivals any Mediterranean resort. It’s glamorous and energetic, yet you can still find quiet, especially on north‑coast coves and in the early mornings when Chora’s alleys belong to cats and bakers. Prices rise with the party, but service standards are high and logistics are well‑oiled. The island is windy; beach choice by wind direction is an art Mykonians master.
Highlights
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Little Venice and the Windmills at dusk
Day trip to Delos (UNESCO antiquities)
Paradise, Super Paradise and Psarou beach scenes
Sunset viewpoints along Chora’s waterfront
Ano Mera village and Panagia Tourliani monastery
Armenistis Lighthouse
Agios Sostis and Fokos for quieter swims
Pros and Cons
Pros
World‑class beach clubs and dining
Reliable air and ferry links
Broad accommodation spectrum at the high end
Beautiful town for strolling and shopping
Excellent day‑to‑day service standards
Cons
Among Greece’s most expensive islands in peak
Can feel over‑commercial
Strong Meltemi winds on north beaches
Traffic and parking bottlenecks near town
Popular venues require advance booking
Where to Stay
Chora (Mykonos Town) — Dining, nightlife, boutique shopping
Ornos — Family‑friendly beach with boat taxis
Platis Gialos — Multiple beaches accessible on foot/boat
Psarou — Luxury scene
Agios Ioannis — Quiet sunsets towards Delos
Elia — Long sandy strand, more relaxed
Panormos/Ftelia — Boho clubs and wind sports
Food & Nightlife
Expect refined Greek‑Mediterranean cooking and inventive seafood. Sun‑downers on the Chora waterfront precede nights that can run late—iconic beach venues (Scorpios, Nammos) set the tone by day; after dark, bars and clubs cluster around the old port. Reservations are routine in July–August; shoulder months feel more spontaneous.
Getting There
Frequent ferries from Piraeus and Rafina and seasonal direct flights make access straightforward. The New Port at Tourlos handles most ferries; water taxis string together south‑coast beaches. Public buses run reliable routes, but scooters/ATVs or compacts let you chase the lee side when winds rise. Delos boats depart from the old harbour; go early to beat heat and groups.
Best Time to Go
Frequent ferries from Piraeus and Rafina and seasonal direct flights make access straightforward. The New Port at Tourlos handles most ferries; water taxis string together south‑coast beaches. Public buses run reliable routes, but scooters/ATVs or compacts let you chase the lee side when winds rise. Delos boats depart from the old harbour; go early to beat heat and groups.
Hidden Gems
Breakfast hours in Chora’s backstreets
a windswept swim at Mersini
sunset at Armenistis Lighthouse
rustic lunches near Agios Sostis
interior farm roads lined with dry‑stone walls.
Best For
Nightlife; Luxury; Beach clubs; Trendy dining; Adults
Our Ratings
Beaches
4
/5
Culture
2
/5
Food
4
/5
Nightlife
5
/5
Scenery
3
/5
Value
2
/5