Mykonos

Overview of Mykonos

Moulin à vent, Mykonos, Grèce · © VoyageForum

Famous for its iconic windmills, Mykonos has long been a top tourist destination for its many beaches, vibrant nightlife, and "gay-friendly" reputation. While its (very) high summer crowds can sometimes be off-putting, the island remains well worth visiting—especially outside peak season.

Key Facts

Type of place: island.

Tourist interest: (worth seeing).

Location:

Local time: Heure : Mykonos

Main town: Chorba, also known as Mykonos Town (6,500 inhabitants).

Population: 10,134 inhabitants (2011).

Area: 105.2 km²

Highest point: Profitis Ilias (392 m).

Coastline: 89 km.

Website: https://mykonos.gr/en/

History of Mykonos

Island Environment

Wildlife and Flora

Precautions

What to See in Mykonos

Chora
This is the island's "capital," also called Mykonos (town). With its all-white Mediterranean architecture, old port, narrow streets, historic churches, and the "Little Venice" district built by the sea, the town has a distinct charm and is very lively in season.

Mykonos Windmills
They have been here for over five centuries and are among the island's symbols, even beyond Greece. Mostly lined up on a hill overlooking the sea and converted into souvenir shops, they are especially photogenic.

Museums

Archaeological Museum
Features sculptures, ceramics, funerary urns, and jewelry from excavations on the island and its neighbors.

Museum of Folk Art
In a former sea captain’s house in the Kastro district of Chora, the "capital." The museum displays a collection of furniture, embroidery, icons, sculptures, and folk musical instruments from past centuries.

Aegean Maritime Museum
This is a collection of ship models and various objects dating from the pre-Minoan period to the 19th century, related to the history of navigation in Mykonos.

What to Do in Mykonos

Beaches of Mykonos

Various Activities

Bars and Nightlife

Climate and Weather in Mykonos

The island has a Mediterranean climate, sunny and windy, characterized by dry summers and rainfall mainly in winter. Temperatures rarely drop below 10°C in winter or exceed 30°C in summer.

Best Time to Visit Mykonos

Climatically (and in terms of crowds), the best time to visit is spring or early autumn—not July or August, which can be uncomfortably hot and extremely busy.

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Sea Temperature Throughout the Year

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Transportation

Getting There

Getting Around

Accommodation

Dining

Useful Addresses

Nearby

Among the islands near Mykonos:

Delos
This tiny uninhabited island near Mykonos is famous for its UNESCO-listed ancient site.

Ikaria
Not far from Mykonos, this is one of the largest Greek islands, though it’s quite sparsely populated for its size. It’s mountainous, with charming villages and several beautiful beaches. It’s also known for its thermal springs.

Naxos
The island of Naxos thrives on both agriculture and tourism. It boasts excellent beaches, museums, monasteries, and historical sites and ruins.

Paros
The island is a popular destination with beautiful beaches, charming villages, and a few monasteries and historical sites.

Tinos
This island is primarily a place of pilgrimage with its churches and monasteries.

Syros
Beaches, a beautiful "capital," and some hiking opportunities on this island at the heart of the Cyclades.