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
Matoyianni Street is the beating heart of Mykonos Town, a narrow pedestrian lane through the whitewashed old town lined with designer boutiques, jewellers, handmade-sandal shops, souvenir stores, cafes and bars that come alive by night. This guide covers the shopping, the nightlife, the setting, when to visit and what to do. Matoyianni is the main … Read more
The Aegean Maritime Museum in Mykonos Town preserves the seafaring heritage of the Aegean, with ship models from antiquity to today, nautical instruments, rare maps and coins, and the original lantern of the Armenistis lighthouse in a garden, all in a old Mykonian townhouse from the nineteenth century. This guide covers the exhibits, history, hours … Read more
Panagia Tourliani is the most important monastery on Mykonos, standing on the central square of Ano Mera village, founded in 1542 and dedicated to the island’s patron saint. It is known for its ornate carved Baroque altar screen, a revered icon of the Virgin Mary and a small religious museum. This guide covers the history, … Read more
Megali Ammos is the nearest beach to Mykonos Town, a sandy stretch within easy walking distance of the centre, handy for a quick swim, with shallow water that turns breezy and good for windsurfing when the north wind blows. This guide covers the town beach, how to get there, the facilities and what to do. … Read more
Agios Stefanos on Mykonos is a calm, family-friendly beach and resort area on the north-west coast near the New Port, with golden sand, shallow sheltered water, tavernas and lovely sunset views towards Delos. This guide covers the beach, the resort, how to get there, the facilities and what to do. Agios Stefanos is one of … Read more