Must SeeFree
Mykonos Town and Little Venice
Chora
A whitewashed maze of shops and bars, with sea-splashed balconies in Little Venice.
- Suggested time: 3 hrs
- No booking needed
- Suits: Couples
Open-air; bars and shops open late
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Overview
Why go to Mykonos
Mykonos mixes a maze-like whitewashed old town with beach clubs and nightlife, but also quieter coves and villages. It suits couples and friends after sun, sea and lively evenings.
- Where
- Cyclades, Greece
- Recommended stay
- 3–5 nights
- Best time to go
- June and September for warm sea; July and August are peak party season.
- Approx. daily budget
- £100–220 a dayPer person, excluding flights. Indicative.
What does Mykonos cost?
Full cost guide- Budget traveller£90–130a day
- Mid-range traveller£200–285a day
- Luxury traveller£395+a day
Approximate per person per day, including a share of a twin room, and excluding flights. Not live prices.
Things To Do
See all 14 Top picks in Mykonos
ViewpointsFree
Kato Mili Windmills
Chora
A line of classic white windmills on a low ridge above the town.
- Suggested time: 45 min
- No booking needed
- Suits: Couples · Photographers
Open-air; always accessible
Day Trips~£20
Delos Island Day Trip
Delos
A small, uninhabited island that was one of ancient Greece’s holiest sites.
- Suggested time: 5 hrs
- Booking recommended
- Suits: Culture lovers
Ferries run most mornings; closed Mondays
Must SeeFree
Panagia Paraportiani Church
Chora
A tangle of five small whitewashed chapels forming one striking church.
- Suggested time: 30 min
- No booking needed
- Suits: Couples
Open-air exterior; interior varies
Hidden Gems
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Hidden GemsFree
Armenistis Lighthouse Sunset
Armenistis
A lonely lighthouse on the north-west tip, ideal for a quiet sunset.
- Suggested time: 1h 30m
- No booking needed
- Suits: Couples · Photographers
Open-air; best at sunset
Hidden GemsFree
Ano Mera Monastery
Ano Mera
A quiet monastery in a traditional village away from the beaches.
- Suggested time: 1 hr
- No booking needed
- Suits: Culture lovers
Open most days; hours vary
Hidden GemsFree
Agios Sostis Beach
North coast
A quiet, undeveloped beach in the north with one taverna and a more natural feel than the resort beaches.
- Suggested time: 3 hrs
- No booking needed
- Suits: Beach lovers
Open-air
Hidden Gems~£3
Aegean Maritime Museum
Mykonos Town
A small museum of ship models, maps and nautical objects, showing the island’s seafaring past.
- Suggested time: 1 hr
- No booking needed
- Suits: Culture lovers
Daily in season
Hotels
All 3 hotels Best-value hotels in Mykonos
Well reviewed and fairly priced for what you get: not simply the cheapest.
Best ValueBest Luxury Value
Example listingChora Windmill Suites
Chora, Mykonos
Excellent valueValue score 91 out of 100
Rated 9.1/10, priced in line with similar 5★ hotels in Mykonos, in a central location.
From £260 per night · check current availability
Highly Rated
Example listingPsarou Beach Resort
Psarou, Mykonos
Very good valueValue score 79 out of 100
Rated 9.0/10, priced in line with similar 5★ hotels in Mykonos, right by the beach.
From £300 per night · check current availability
Best Budget Choice
Example listingLittle Venice Inn
Little Venice, Mykonos
Very good valueValue score 72 out of 100
Rated 8.6/10, priced in line with similar 3★ hotels in Mykonos, in a central location.
From £110 per night · check current availability
Food & Restaurants
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Kiki’s Tavern
A famous grill taverna that takes no reservations, known for grilled meats and fish; expect a long queue.
Known for: Grilled meat and fish
About £13–25 per person
Local favourite Good for Families · Groups
Niko’s Taverna
A long-standing fish taverna in the old harbour of Mykonos town.
Known for: Fresh fish, Greek salad
About £13–25 per person
Local favourite Good for Families · Groups
Nammos
A well-known beach club and restaurant on Psarou beach, a byword for Mykonos glamour.
Known for: Seafood and sun-lounger service
£45+ per person
Special occasion Good for Couples · Groups
Scorpios
A bohemian beach restaurant and bar with a sunset ritual and a lively soundtrack.
Known for: Beachfront dining
£45+ per person
Special occasion Good for Couples · Groups
A suggested Mykonos itinerary
3 nights Couple
Mykonos · Highlights
Mykonos in 3 nights
A balanced first-visit plan built from our Mykonos picks: the headline sights, a local favourite or two and time to breathe.
- Day 1 · Panagia Paraportiani Church, Agios Sostis Beach, Aegean Maritime Museum, Kato Mili Windmills
- Day 2 · Delos Island Day Trip, Mykonos Town and Little Venice
- Day 3 · Elia Beach, Ano Mera Monastery, Paradise Beach, Psarou Beach
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