Mykonos

4 quieter places to add to the big sights: viewpoints, markets, walks, small museums and local favourites.

4 places in Mykonos

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

Hidden gems are the quieter alternatives to the headline sights. Prices, hours and booking advice are approximate, so check the official site before you go.

The big sights in Mykonos