Guide to Mykonos, Greece

Mykonos is is a popular tourist destination in the Greek islands of the Cyclades group, situated in the middle of the Agean Sea. Mykonos is located east of Syros, south of Tinos and north of Paros and Naxos.

Due to it’s popularity, Mykonos can often have noisy nightlife and be more expensive then other Greek islands.

Top reasons to visit Mykonos

Mykonos is famed as one of the great travel locations and as a liberal, cosmopolitan destination among the Greek Island, hence it’s status as one of the most islands in the Agean.

Visit the filming location of the movie “Shirley Valentine” at Agios Ioannis.

Main areas of Mykonos

Mykonos’ main communities are Chora - the island’s port town and Capital - and Ano Mera.

Mykonos Town

With tiny whitewashed streets, a beautiful harbour amidst a large bay, and crowded villas, churches and tavernas, Mykonos Town is one of the most stunningly gorgeous comma amongst the Agean islands.

Ano Mera

A small village on the centre of the island about 7km east of Mykonos town, and is the only inland settlement on the whole island. Several Greek tavernas surround the main square, and the nearby Panagia Tourliani monastery is a popular sight.

Agios Ioannis

“Shirley Valentine” was filmed here

Agios Stefanos

many hotels and restaurants, taverns and cafes

Platys Gialos

popular tourist resort with small fishing boats to transport tourists the southern beaches of Mykonos

Oreos

several options for staying, dining and drinking

Tourlos

preferred location for cruise ships, ferries private yachts and fishing boats to dock at the marina

When to go to Mykonos

Mykonos tends to be crowded with tourists in July and August, so the best times to visit are in the shoulder seasons (mid-May through June or September through mid-October).

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Top Attractions in Mykonos

• Panagia Tourliani monastery
• Agios Ioannis
• Fetalia Beach
• Wine Tours

Shopping in Mykonos

Shopping in Mykonos tends to be local craft, souvenir and trade shops

Eating in Mykonos

Good restaurants for local Greek cuisine are Koursaros Mykonos Old Town, Mamalouka Mykonos and Kostas Restaurant Mykonos.

On Fetalia Beach, try Taverna Apostolis Ano Mera, Giorgos Marina Taverna or Panoramas Beach.

Restaurants to try include Aneplora, Tangelos Taverna, Fato A Mano, D’Angelo’s, M-Eating Restaurant, and Niko’s Taverna.

Nightlife and Entertainment in Mykonos

• Coffee - Rover, Yummy Mykonos, Cafe Yialos
• Bars - Kalua Beach Bar, Alley Cafe, Coco Club, Pierro’s Cafe, Kalua, Argo Bar, Thalami, Elysium Pool Party, Diva
• Clubs - 4711, Cavo Paradiso
• Museums -
• Cinemas -
• Art - Mykonos Biennale (theatrical, cultural, cinematic, artistic and musical productions)

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