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Agios Stefanos

Agios Stefanos Beach is a hub for ferries and cruise ships close to the new port. One of the busiest locations during the summer months, the beach is extremely popular for a promising sunset. It has various eateries and little markets, drawing families and different age groups. Additionally, the shallow seas make swimming and snorkeling quite enjoyable and are an excellent option for individuals who prefer water sports.

Of all the museums on the island, this one is worth a visit. The collections in Archeological Museum include exhibits dating from the Prehistoric to the Hellenistic period. The museum contains statues, stelae and funerary urns from the nearby island of Rheneia.

In the glistening Aegean Sea, close to Mykonos, sits the tiny, uninhabited island of Delos. It is the perfect day trip from Mykonos, just across the water. Unfortunately, only round-trip ferries from a nearby island can access the site (Mykonos, Paros or Naxos). In addition, there is no lodging available on the island. Delos, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the most significant historical, archaeological, and mythological sites in Greece. With more excavations than any other location in the Mediterranean, breathtaking ruins, it offers an unparalleled insight into ancient Greek civilization. Read More

One of Mykonos's most romantic places is Little Venice's elegant neighborhood with vintage houses on the seashore. The area, locally known as Kastro, begins at the Alefkandra beach and continues directly into the surrounding areas. The sunset views from Little Venice are spectacular. Its ivory-white buildings stand out magnificently against the azure Aegean Sea. Full of romantic cafes and bars, it is one of Mykonos's most delightful places.

Paradise Beach

Just a 20-minute ride from the city, the most iconic beach of Mykonos, Paradise Beach, is essentially the reason for the island's popularity. There are sunbeds and canopies everywhere, and the summertime parties usually begin in the late afternoon and go until dawn. This beach is for you if you want to enjoy a beach party. Paraga Beach is located directly up the hill on the right when facing the sea. The beach gets lively at around 4 PM when the music gets loud. Paradise beach is easily reached by bus from Mykonos Town or with a regular boat service from Platys Gialos. Read More

Dating back to the 1400s, the Paraportiani Church faces the sea and stands tall in all its glory at the entrance of Chora. Its name translates to "Our Lady of the Side Gate" in Greek, since its entrance was near the side gate of the way to the Kastro. Recognized as a national monument and an epitome of Cycladic architecture, the church consists of five little churches crammed together, four below and one above, which accounts for its asymmetrical design. Read More

Psarou Beach is a renowned and trendy beach in Mykonos that is always packed during the summer. Tourists like to visit this spot because of its breathtaking landscape, and emerald-green waters for swimming. The cost of a sunbed varies on how close it is to the water, and you won't find any for less than 25 euros. There are also a few pricey yet excellent eateries.

Visible from all points in Mykonos, the Kato Milli are multi-photographed windmills located in the South of Chora, Mykonos capital. These windmills mostly face towards the North, situated between the picturesque Alefkandra and Neochori areas, overlooking Little Venice and the crystal clear sea waters. There are currently private residences in some of the windmills, a museum in one, and some that appear to be abandoned. They were constructed primarily in the 16th century by the Venetians and used for processing wheat. Since Mykonos was a highly underdeveloped island, grinding wheat was a significant source of income for the locals. Read More

The Aegean Maritime Museum, located in the Tria Pigadia area of Mykonos, showcases the Greek maritime history and traditions. It houses more than 5000 volumes of history, manuscripts, and photographs. The museum exhibits models of ships from the pre-Minoan till date, old historical documents, ancient artefacts, rare engravings and maps, navigational instruments, rare coins and nautical themes from the fifth century BC to the fifth century AD. The green spacious garden in the Aegean Maritime Museum consists of ancient gravestones of the sailors and shipwrecks from Mykonos and Delos islands. It is housed in a Cycladic style building from the 19th century belonging to Captain Nicholas Sourmelis who helped the Cretans in the war with the Turks. Read More

Mykonos has two Agia Anna Beach, one near Paraga beach and the other near Kalafatis. The one near Kalafatis is a small sandy beach with a calm environment and is popular for diving. It is considered one of the traditional beaches in Mykonos with one restaurant on the beach. The other Agia Anna beach near Paraga is a small sandy beach with large rocks. No water sports or other beach facilities like sunbeds and umbrellas can be found on this beach. You will only see one tavern on the beach. A bus service departs from Mykonos Town for Paraga, which is within walking distance of the beach. Read More