Mykonos, you love it or you hate it. Pretentious and too touristy for some, full of beautiful beaches and big fiestas for the others. Everyone is right on all points. This does not preclude the fact that it's a fascinating island!
Aghia Anna
A sandy beach right next to Kalafati Beach, surrounded by hotels and taverns. It's located at the bottom of a small bay facing south, so it's sheltered from the meltemi, the north wind blowing strongly in summer.
Aghios Ioannis
A beautiful sandy beach facing the sacred island of Delos, equipped and relatively quiet. There are tavernas and cafes nearby, and since it is relatively far from Chora, it has the reputation of never being overcrowded, even in high season.
Aghios Stefanos
Sandy beach, relatively protected from the wind, equipped, very popular, with taverns nearby. Just north of Tourlos, the big port of Mykonos, so the quality of the water is not guaranteed given the intensity of the maritime traffic. On the other hand, the beach is famous for being rather quiet.
Aleomandra
When you look for them, you can find in Mykonos small isolated beaches, not too overcrowded, like Aleomandra Beach, tiny and shady. It's a sandy beach that faces south, therefore relatively sheltered from the wind. The water is crystalline, with a sandy seabed.
Chora (Mykonos)
One of the most beautiful villages of the Cyclades, to be discovered imperatively out of season or when it's not invaded by the passengers of the big cruise ships. Mykonos and its windmills are with Santorini the most touristic (and expensive) places of the Cyclades...
Elia
A long sandy beach, ideal for water sports, with tavern and beach bar. Accessible by bus and taxi boat. Very popular and close to major seaside resorts, it's obviously overcrowded in summer.
Ftelia
A beautiful beach of sand and pebbles at the bottom of Panormos Bay, quiet and not overpopulated. North-oriented, it's very exposed to meltemi and ideal for windsurfing. It's not equipped but there are taverns and accommodation nearby.
Houlakia
The most surprising beach of Mykonos. Here, no sand but almost spherical pebbles. It's a protected area because of these characteristic pebbles, it's even forbidden to pick some up as souvenirs! The beach is not served by bus and there are no beach bars or taverns, so it's not overcrowded.
Kalafati
A beautiful sandy beach, partly equipped, with crystal clear water, recommended for water sports. It's easily accessible by a good road and, as it's the last beach on the south coast, it's less overcrowded than those which are closer to Chora.
Korfos
To the west of Mykonos, a large peninsula faces Delos, connected to the rest of the island by an isthmus about 300 m wide. South side, there is Ornos Bay, north side Korfos Bay, with a beautiful sandy beach, very windy, ideal for windsurfing.
Ornos
A sandy beach, very popular and overcrowded. It's not very big and lined with taverns and bars. Many visitors love it but some recommend avoiding it because of high prices and noise.
Panaghia Tourliani
This magnificent monastery, founded in 1542 and rebuilt in 1767, stands in the heart of Ano Mera, in the center of the island. Its bell tower with its decorative reliefs was built in Tinos marble. Facing the entrance is the main square of the village, surrounded by nice taverns. The whole is really worth the detour!
Paradise
Probably the most famous beach in Mykonos, a real institution! Fine sand, all the necessary equipment, crystal clear water. A campsite, bars, a restaurant, water sports. In the evening, the beach becomes a giant night club with fiestas until dawn. Fabulous, but don't go if you're looking for tranquility!
Psarou
A well-known sandy beach, visited by many celebrities in summer. The place is idyllic but overcrowded and the atmosphere is definitely jet-set. If you have a well-stocked wallet, do not hesitate. Otherwise, go anyway just to see the beautiful setting.
Tourlos
The main port of Mykonos is Tourlos, 3 km north of Chora. Only some small highspeed boats can still dock at the old port, which is tiny. Both ports are connected by a small shuttle boat, the Sea Bus. The ticket costs only 2 euros, which is very surprising when you know the prices on the island!
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