Summary

Mykonos is a cosmopolitan island with a lot of bars, beach bars, cafes, clubs and restaurants. Is one of the world’s most popular beach destinations. This island is unforgettable, combining beautiful architecture with blue and white houses, narrow streets, beautiful beaches and of course the unique nightlife!

Mykonos is famous for its nightlife and 24-hour parties by the sea and parties in clubs such as Ibiza. Mykonos is a summer destination, with July and August being the most popular months.

What are the best things to do in Mykonos?

1. Beaches

In Mykonos there are many beaches with famous beach bars & restaurants for parties but also other quieter ones. In some beaches there is also the possibility to do water sports.

2. Delos

From Mykonos you can take a day trip to the archaeological site of Dilos. A small island that is worth visiting to admire its findings.

3. Little Venice

Take your breakfast in Mykonos most famous place.

The houses there are inspired by Venetian architecture because it was a significant part of the Venetian trade routes during the 13th century. It is the most characteristic part of Mykonos, with the blue and white houses, the street is full of restaurants and cafes, you can take a stroll, take the best photos for your instagram and of course enjoy a romantic dinner admiring the unique sunset.

4. Windmills

One of the top attractions of the island, with incredible views, a great time to visit and photograph is in the afternoon at sunset.

5. Chora

Get lost around Chora, the Main Town

The village of Mykonos is located behind Little Venice. It offers beautiful traditional Cycladic architecture, there you can find shops with souvenirs, clothes and other products. There are also bars and luxury restaurants.

6. Nightlife

I can’t talk about Mykonos without mentioning the nightlife! It’s the island chosen by young and old to spend their holidays with lots of fun and dancing. Famous island for its parties, its famous visitors from Holight and beyond. Many big beach clubs in mid-summer invite famous DJs from all over the world.

From sunset until the early hours of the morning, Mykonos has the right entertainment venues for relaxed dining, cocktails and drinks to wild parties and dancing.

Have fun from morning till night at the beach bars of Psarou, Paradise and Super Paradise.

Famous places also are Scorpios beach bar, Nammos beach bar & Restaurant, Scandinavian bar, Semeli Bar, 180° Sunset Bar, Queen of Mykonos Bar, Tropicana Beach Bar and Restaurant.

7. Shopping

In Mykonos you will also find shops to go shopping in famous big houses as well as shops where you can buy artwork, jewelry and more. Most of them are located on the Matoyannis route.

8. Paraportiani Church

This church is a typical example of Cycladic architecture and dates back to 1500 AD.

9. The Pelicans

They are the mascot of Mykonos, you will find them strolling near the Paraportiani Church, and in Little Venice. They are familiar with people and photography.

10. Archaeological Museum

The museum has exhibits from collections of jewelry, ceramics and sculptures found in Mykonos, Dilos and Renia.