A Delos tour from Mykonos is a short boat trip to the sacred, uninhabited island of Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, where guided walks reveal one of Greece’s greatest archaeological sites. This guide covers the boats, the tours, what to see, the museum and practical tips. … Read more
The Archaeological Museum of Mykonos, on the Old Port waterfront, holds finds from Mykonos and the neighbouring island of Rhenia, its star exhibit the famous 7th-century BC amphora depicting the Trojan Horse, alongside statues, vases, jewellery and grave stelae. This guide covers the exhibits, the history, the hours and how to visit. The museum is … Read more
The Mykonos Folklore Museum preserves the island’s traditional way of life across several historic sites, the main collection in a 16th-century captain’s residence in the Kastro quarter, the charming Lena’s House, and the Bonis windmill agricultural museum. This guide covers the exhibits, the houses, the windmill, hours and how to visit. The museum offers a … Read more
Panagia Paraportiani is the most famous church on Mykonos, a striking white sculptural landmark in the Kastro quarter of Mykonos Town, formed from five separate chapels merged into one, begun in 1425 and finished in the 17th century. This guide covers the history, the unusual architecture, the name, how to visit and photography tips. The … Read more
Houlakia beach on Mykonos is a pair of small north-west coves famous for their smooth, colourful, perfectly round pebbles, a protected natural area near Agios Stefanos with a quiet, scenic character distinct from the island’s sandy beaches. This guide covers the unique pebbles, the coves, how to get there, the facilities and what to do. … Read more
Kapari beach on Mykonos is a small, secluded cove on the west coast near Agios Ioannis, with fine sand, crystal-clear shallow water and some of the island’s most beautiful sunsets over Delos, reached by a short walk and prized for its peace. This guide covers the beach, how to get there, the facilities, the sunset … Read more
Fokos beach on Mykonos is a wild, remote bay on the north-east coast, reached by a dirt road and prized for its unspoilt natural beauty, far from the crowds, and for the celebrated Fokos Taverna serving some of the island’s best Greek food. This guide covers the beach, the taverna, how to get there, what … Read more
The Mykonos bus network, run by KTEL, links Mykonos Town with the main beaches, the airport, the ports and the villages from three central stations, with cheap fares of around 1.50 to 2.50 euros. This guide covers the routes, the stations, the timetables, the fares, how to buy tickets and tips for getting around by … Read more
Mykonos is one of the world’s top gay destinations, with a welcoming, glamorous LGBTQ scene that dates back to the nineteen-seventies. Its gay beaches like Elia and Super Paradise, the cluster of gay bars in Chora, the At54 club and the famous XLSIOR festival make it a leading island for gay travellers. This guide covers … Read more
The Mykonos cruise port is the New Port at Tourlos, about 2.5 km north of Mykonos Town, where almost all cruise ships dock. From there the Sea Bus water taxi, shuttle buses and taxis carry passengers quickly into town. This guide covers the port, getting into Mykonos Town, what to do on a port day … Read more