Trip highlights
- 1Mykonos Windmills and Little Venice sunset
- 2Paradise or Super Paradise beach club
- 3Delos archaeological site day trip
- 4Chora's labyrinthine streets
- 5Seafood dinner in Little Venice
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Day-by-day plan
Arrival & Little Venice
Friday, June 18
Est. spend
$280
per person
🌅 Morning
Arrive at Mykonos Airport (JMK)
Mykonos Airport
The airport is just 10-15 minutes from Chora (Mykonos Town) — taxis are limited in number, so pre-book a transfer or use a hotel shuttle if possible.
Mykonos taxis are notoriously scarce relative to demand — arrange a transfer in advance rather than hoping to find one on arrival.
☀️ Afternoon
Mykonos Windmills and Little Venice
Little Venice, Mykonos Town
The iconic row of 16th-century windmills overlooking the sea, a short walk from Little Venice, where pastel-coloured houses sit directly on the water's edge — the most photographed corner of the island.
Arrive at the windmills 30-45 minutes before sunset for the best light and to claim a seat at one of Little Venice's waterfront bars.
🌙 Evening
Sunset cocktails and dinner in Little Venice
Little Venice, Mykonos Town
Bars built directly on the water's edge in Little Venice are the classic Mykonos sunset spot, followed by dinner at a seafood restaurant in Chora's winding streets.
🍽️ Meals
Airport or hotel breakfast
Greek · $16
Chora café lunch
Greek · $25
Little Venice dinner
Greek (seafood) · $70
Chora Exploration & Beach Time
Saturday, June 19
Est. spend
$320
per person
🌅 Morning
Chora's labyrinthine streets
Chora (Mykonos Town)
Mykonos Town's narrow whitewashed streets were deliberately designed in a maze-like pattern centuries ago to confuse pirates — now filled with boutiques, churches, and the famous 'Little Venice' sunset bars.
Visit Panagia Paraportiani, an unusual whitewashed church made of five smaller churches merged together — one of the most photographed buildings on the island.
☀️ Afternoon
Beach club afternoon
Paradise Beach, Mykonos
Mykonos's famous beach clubs — Paradise, Super Paradise, or the more relaxed Psarou — combine beautiful beaches with daytime DJ sets and a genuinely unique party-meets-beach atmosphere.
Sunbed reservations at the most popular clubs should be made in advance during peak season — walk-up availability isn't guaranteed.
🌙 Evening
Dinner and Mykonos nightlife
Chora, Mykonos Town
Mykonos is one of the world's most famous party destinations — even a relaxed dinner followed by a bar crawl through Chora captures the island's renowned nightlife energy.
🍽️ Meals
Chora café breakfast
Greek · $16
Beach club lunch
Greek/Mediterranean · $35
Chora dinner
Greek · $60
Delos Archaeological Site
Sunday, June 20
Est. spend
$230
per person
🌅 Morning
Boat to Delos
Delos archaeological site
A short boat ride from Mykonos reaches Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage uninhabited island and one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece — the mythological birthplace of Apollo and Artemis.
Boats depart from the old port in Mykonos Town in the morning — book ahead, as departures are limited and weather-dependent.
☀️ Afternoon
Exploring the ruins of Delos
Delos archaeological site
An extraordinarily well-preserved ancient city, including the Terrace of the Lions, the Sacred Lake, and extensive mosaic floors — a genuinely significant historical site, often overlooked by visitors purely there for the beaches.
There is no shade and very limited facilities on Delos — bring water, a hat, and sunscreen, as the island is exposed and the visit is entirely outdoors.
🌙 Evening
Return to Mykonos and a relaxed dinner
Mykonos Town
Return by boat in the afternoon, then enjoy a calmer evening after a day of history and sun, away from the beach club scene.
🍽️ Meals
Pre-boat breakfast
Greek · $14
Pack a lunch for Delos
Greek · $12 · Very limited food options on Delos itself — bring water and snacks.
Mykonos Town dinner
Greek · $55
Final Beach Day & Departure
Monday, June 21
Est. spend
$240
per person
🌅 Morning
Final relaxed beach morning
Elia Beach, Mykonos
A quieter beach option like Agios Sostis or Elia for a final, relaxed morning away from the louder beach club scene.
Elia is the longest beach on the island and offers a calmer alternative to Paradise/Super Paradise while still having good facilities.
☀️ Afternoon
Final shopping in Chora
Chora, Mykonos Town
A final lunch and shopping for handmade jewellery, leather sandals, or local olive oil products before departure.
🌙 Evening
Transfer to Mykonos Airport
Mykonos Airport
Allow at least 2.5 hours before an international flight. The airport is close to Chora, so transfer time is minimal.
🍽️ Meals
Beach café breakfast
Greek · $16
Chora lunch
Greek · $30
Airport food
Greek/International · $20
Before you go
📅 Best time to visit
June and September offer warm, sunny weather with somewhat fewer crowds and lower prices than the overwhelming July-August peak season.
🛂 Visas
Greece is in the Schengen Area. EU citizens need only a national ID card. UK, US, Canadian, Australian, NZ citizens: visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries.
💱 Currency
Euro (€). Mykonos is one of the most expensive destinations in Greece — cards are widely accepted, but budget significantly more than for mainland Greece or other islands.
🆘 Emergency numbers
police: 100
ambulance: 166
💬 Things you won't find in a guidebook
- Mykonos taxis are notoriously scarce relative to tourist demand — arrange airport and other transfers in advance rather than hoping to find one on the spot.
- Beach club sunbed reservations should be made ahead during peak season — walk-up availability at the most popular spots isn't guaranteed.
- Delos has no shade and very limited facilities — bring water, a hat, and sunscreen for what is an entirely outdoor, exposed visit.
- Mykonos prices run notably higher than most of Greece, including mainland Athens and other islands — budget accordingly.
- If the party scene isn't your priority, Elia and Agios Sostis beaches offer a calmer, equally beautiful alternative to Paradise and Super Paradise.
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