The Mykonos pelican, Petros, became the island’s beloved official mascot after a fisherman rescued a wounded pelican, and the bird charmed locals and visitors for decades. This guide covers the story of Petros, his New York trip and the Tinos custody battle, today’s resident pelicans and where to see them in Mykonos Town. The pelican … Read more
Mykonos mythology tells how Hercules battled and killed the Giants here, their petrified bodies becoming the island’s huge rocks, how the island took its name from the hero Mykons, son of Apollo, and how neighbouring Delos was the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. This guide covers the myths, the name and how legend shapes the … Read more
A Mykonos private tour offers a flexible, personalised way to explore the island with a local guide or driver, taking in Mykonos Town, the windmills, Little Venice, the beaches, Ano Mera, vineyards and even Delos at your own pace. This guide covers the tour types, what to see, the costs and tips for a private … Read more
Mykonos wine tasting centres on the historic Vioma organic vineyard near Ano Mera, where guided tours of the biodynamic vines lead to tastings of the estate’s wines paired with local meze and kopanisti cheese, a rustic escape from the island’s glamour. This guide covers what to expect, tour times, costs, what to taste and tips. … Read more
The best Mykonos family beaches are Ornos, Platis Gialos, Agios Stefanos, Kalo Livadi and Agios Ioannis, sheltered south-coast bays with calm, shallow water, soft sand, sunbeds and tavernas, safe and fun for children. This guide covers the top family beaches, what each offers, the meltemi wind and tips for a beach day with kids. Family-friendly … Read more
Mykonos cheese is famous for the pungent, spicy, spreadable kopanisti and the mild, soft, fresh tyrovolia, traditional Cycladic cheeses made from local goat and sheep milk and central to the island’s cuisine. This guide covers what they are, how to eat them, where to buy and tips for enjoying authentic Mykonian cheese. Local cheese is … Read more
Mykonos traditional food centres on the spicy kopanisti cheese, louza cured pork, Mykonian sausages, the kremidopita onion pie, fresh Cycladic seafood and the almond amygdalota sweets, a rich local cuisine beyond the glamorous restaurants. This guide covers the must-try dishes, where to eat them and tips for tasting authentic Mykonian food. Traditional cuisine is a … Read more
Mykonos art galleries cluster in the whitewashed lanes of Chora, from the contemporary Rarity and Minima galleries to the Municipal Art Gallery, HOFA and Gallery Skoufa, showing Greek and international modern art. This guide covers the best galleries, what to see, where they are and tips for art lovers exploring the island. Mykonos has a … Read more
Mykonos island hopping reaches a wealth of nearby Cyclades islands by frequent ferries, from quick hops to Tinos, Syros, Naxos and Paros to longer runs to Ios and Santorini, making Mykonos a superb hub for exploring the Greek islands. This guide covers the best nearby islands, ferry times, day trips, sample routes and tips. Mykonos … Read more
Mykonos history spans ancient Ionian settlers beside sacred Delos, Venetian and Ottoman rule, the Venetian-built windmills and Little Venice, a seafaring and trading past, to its 20th-century rise as a glamorous international tourist island. This guide covers the timeline, the key historical sites and how the rich past shapes Mykonos today. Mykonos has a deep … Read more