Visit Mykonos, One of Greece’s Most Popular Islands

When you think of the Greek Islands, Mykonos is probably one of the first places you think of. It's photogenic buildings, gorgeous golden sands and thriving nightlife scream Greek luxury. Part of the Cyclades islands, it is the perfect place to add in on an island hop due to its central location and excellent transport links. In this article we’ll take you through what there is on the island and what makes it so iconic and help you decide whether to add it to your bucket list.  

How to get there
Mykonos has an international airport which it makes it the perfect place to start or end an island-hopping trip. You can fly directly into Mykonos from London Heathrow, Gatwick, City, Luton, and Stansted as well as Southampton and Manchester. Alternatively, you can get to Mykonos via a ferry. These can come along many routes as it is a well-connected island. 

Mykonos Ferry Port

It is immediately clear when you arrive on Mykonos that it is part of the Cyclades, with its whitewashed houses standing out against the rocky landscape. These only become more picturesque as you come into Mykonos Town where the narrow streets look like something out of a postcard. Around the town you will see some of the landmarks associated with Mykonos such as Little Venice, a row of buildings just on the waterfront with colourful shutters filled with bars and restaurants, or the windmills which sit a 2-minute walk away from it and overlook the town. Little Venice is one of the most popular spots for drinks and its many bars and restaurants offer a view over the bay towards the small nearby islands of Mpaos, Kavouras, Rineia as well as the headland further to the south. All of this provides a wonderful backdrop day or night and is a popular place to watch the sunset.
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Nightlife is something Mykonos is known for. The town bustles with life in the day and this only goes up a notch in the evening. The narrow streets are filled with bars of all shapes and sizes serving a range of cocktails, beers and spirits. The whitewashed buildings mean the lights reflect and give streets a hue which makes it seem like it’s the middle of the day. Along the shorefront are a number of clubs where you can dance the night away and many of them are open till the early morning. 

Mykonos Town

Outside of the town there is still plenty to see, and you can explore and relax in equal measure. Immediately north of the town is Agios Stefanos and Tourlos, they sit right next to Mykonos’ port and are a good way the experience the buzz of the town whilst staying somewhere nearby, cheaper and quieter. There is plenty of accommodation here that climbs up the hill and offers great views across the harbour towards the town. Agios Stefanos has a great beach which is a little quieter and you don’t have to pay the premium for sun loungers. There is also only two small beaches in the town that only have space for a few people so many people flock out of the town to experience Mykonos' golden beaches. Further north of these two are Faros Armenistis and Agios Sostis. Faros Armenistis is home to a lighthouse of the same name which makes for a great photo out across to the sea. Agios Sostis has a quieter and more secluded beach should you wish to escape the hustle and bustle of the town. There are some tavernas and accommodation here as well as more beaches about 10 minutes’ walk up the coast.

To the south of Mykonos Town are the popular resorts of Ornos and Platis Gialos. They are known for their beaches and those staying in the town often get the bus to relax on a beach for a day. Unlike in the town where most of the accommodation is smaller boutique hotels, many of the larger hotels and villas are found in this area. This area is perfect if you’re looking for a more relaxing time on Mykonos. There is no shortage of places to eat here and you can sample Greek food and other cuisines on your doorstep. 

Ornos

To see the more traditional side of the island, rent a car and explore the eastern side of Mykonos. It is much quieter here, beaches are dotted around the coastline so you can find somewhere more secluded if you want. There is plenty of accommodation here so you’ll never be short of somewhere to stay.

We hope this has given you some insight into Mykonos. To find out more about it or the rest of Greece, take a look around our website or call us on 01156547795. If you know where you’re looking to book, call us, email [email protected] or fill in our contact form with what you’re looking for. Don't forget to follow us on social media to find out the next Destination of the Week and for all your Greek Holiday needs. If you've been to Mykonos, where was your favourite place? What was the best thing you did, or do you think we missed anything? Let us know in the comments or on social media, just click the buttons below which take you to our social pages

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