Guide · 11 Places

Mykonos

Greece

Before You Go

When to Visit

May to October offers warm weather (20-30°C/68-86°F) and everything is open. July-August is peak party season - very crowded and expensive but the scene is at its peak. June and September offer great weather with fewer crowds. Winter sees most businesses close.

Visa

Check requirements

EU/EEA citizens can enter freely. US, Canadian, Australian, and many other nationals can visit visa-free for up to 90 days within the Schengen Area. Check mfa.gr.

Getting There

Transportation

By Air: Mykonos Airport (JMK) has direct flights from Athens (45 min) and European cities in summer.

By Ferry: From Athens' Piraeus port (2.5-5 hours depending on ferry type), Santorini (2-3 hours), other islands.

Language

Communication

Greek is official. English very widely spoken due to tourism - most locals speak English.

Currency

Money matters

Euro (EUR). Cards accepted at most places but cash useful for beach clubs, water taxis, and smaller tavernas. ATMs in main towns. Note: Mykonos is expensive.

Getting Around

Local transport

Buses: Connect main towns and beaches (€2). Can be crowded, especially to popular beaches.

Taxis: Limited and expensive. Long waits at taxi stands in summer (€15-40 depending on distance).

Rental Cars/ATVs: Popular for beach hopping (€30-80/day). Roads are good but parking challenging at beaches.

Scooters: Common rentals (€20-40/day) but traffic can be hectic.

Water Taxis: Connect beaches on south coast (€10-20).

Walking: Mykonos Town (Chora) is compact, walkable, and car-free in center.

From the Airport

Arrival info

Bus: To Mykonos Town (15-20 min, €2) but infrequent.

Taxi: To Mykonos Town €15-20, to beach areas €20-35 (10-25 min). Long waits in summer.

Hotel Transfer: Many hotels offer pickup.

Accommodations

Accommodations

Cavo Tagoo

Clifftop infinity pool hotel overlooking Mykonos Town. Contemporary luxury with Aegean views.

Accommodations

Belvedere Hotel

Bars and Rooftops

Bars and Rooftops

Astra

Bars and Rooftops

Scandinavian Bar

Bookstores and Libraries

Bookstores and Libraries

Booktique

Coffee and Tea

Coffee and Tea

Il Forno di Gerasimo

Cultural and Artistic Venues

Cultural and Artistic Venues

Rarity Gallery

Markets and Shopping

Markets and Shopping

Matoyianni Street

Restaurants and Food

Restaurants and Food

M-Eating

Restaurants and Food

Kiki’s Tavern

Restaurants and Food

Kiki's Tavern