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Agios
Ioannis Beach
Best known as "Shirley Valentine"
beach, because of the 1980's English movie filmed
on Mykonos, it is one of the best spots to watch
the sunsets especially in September and October
as the sun moves closer to the southern sky. You
can view the island of Delos from this pebble and
sand beach or while floating in the blue sea. Let
your imagination take you to mythical times and
the birth of Apollo, the god of light and his twin,
Artemis. This magical event is said to have taken
place on Delos. From the dock of Agios Ioannis you
can view a "point of light" on a clear
summer day... more
Ornos
Beach
This is a convenient, family friendly
beach where you can find a relaxing atmosphere, though
sometimes it can be very crowded. Ornos is a large
beach with many sun beds and umbrellas available for
rent and also space to lay a towel. Shallow water
along the shore line that is perfect for children
to play in... more
Psarou
Beach
This attractive little beach offers
protected, clear, tranquil waters at the bottom of
dramatic rocky hill sides, located a short walking
distance to the right of Platys Gialos beach. You
can always find some fishing boats and private yachts
anchored in the bay. Take in the view of fantastic
colors in the early morning as the sun rises over
the hilltops or late afternoon as it sinks behind
the rocks... more
Platys
Gialos Beach
This is an extensive beach side community.
You will find plenty of hotels, rooms for rent, apartments,
villas (private and rental), mini markets, tavernas,
restaurants, souvenir shops and beach bars. There
are places to lay a towel or sun beds and umbrellas
are available for rent. Protection from the wind is
provided by the surrounding hill sides and the fact
that most of the restaurants and some of the hotels
are located right on the beach... more
Agia
Anna Beach
This little beach has a traditional
fish taverna and a restaurant, both offering their
own parking. On the right there is a small public
parking area with a boat launch and a gentle footpath
connecting it with Platys Gialos beach. To the left
you can continue walking on a footpath to Paraga beach.
Agia Anna offers a few sun beds, umbrellas and rooms
for rent. You can see the beaches of Platys Gialos
and Psarou from here... more
Paraga
Beach
This is a popular beach with the locals
as well as the tourists. Paraga beach is one of
the beaches originally made famous by the hippie
generation, being one of the first nude beaches
of Mykonos. You can still find a laid back attitude
mixed in with a party atmosphere. The music can
get loud in front of the restaurant - beach bar,
especially in August... more
Paradise
Beach
Paradise is one of the ten most well
known beaches of the world. This party beach was
originally made famous by the hippie generation
dating back as far as 1969. This is still the place
to go if you are looking for a beach where "anything
goes". Known for their special events, such
as Full Moon parties and Bubble parties, this can
be a beach to relax on or die partying. Don't miss
the closing party if you're on Mykonos in early
September... more
Super
Paradise Beach
This is a lovely cove surrounded
by dramatic rock walls that catch the late afternoon
sunlight, making an incredible contrast with the beautiful
colors of the sea. Nice pebbly sand and the water
is perfect for swimming. The hill side behind, the
bamboo fence and the narrow mouth of the bay, provide
some protection from the north wind... more
Agrari
Beach
This beach can be reached by rental
car - motorbike, boat / caique from Platys Gialos
or Ornos Beaches and sometimes taxi. There is no
public bus service available. Try renting a vehicle;
it is worth the drive just to witness the stunning,
breathtaking view as you round the last corner on
the hill above... more
Elia
Beach
Elia is a busy beach and a favorite
of many, especially the gay crowd, to spend the
day chilling out or socializing. It has become quite
the meeting place and many plans for the evening
or holiday romances are formed here. This beach
offers some of the softer sand on Mykonos and is
also one of the longest. The location provides a
bit of protection, one of the best on a very windy
day when the north wind is blowing... more
Kalo
Livadi Beach
You won't find the music pumping here,
what you will find are people relaxing in the sun
or playing an impromptu game of paddleball in the
shallow waters along the shoreline or on the beach.
Even though this is a southern beach, it is not
extremely protected from the north wind. There is
some bamboo fencing and a few bushes on part of
the beach providing a bit of wind protection.. more
Kalafatis
Beach
Trees line the backside of this sandy
beach providing the largest shaded area of any beach
on Mykonos. The winds abound on Kalafatis beach,
setting the perfect stage for a windsurfer's paradise.
Whether you are a novice, wanting to try windsurfing
for the first time or an experienced windsurfer
arriving with your own equipment, this is a beach
for all abilities... more
Lia
Beach
Lia is a small, peaceful beach made
up of sand, pebbles and stones. There is no bus service,
but you can reach it by taxi or rental car - motorbike
on a trip through the tranquil country side after
passing by the village of Ano Mera. In recent years
the road has been paved for easier access... more
Ftelia
Beach
Ftelia is the largest of all the
undeveloped beaches in Mykonos. This wild, north beach
is one of the favorites of wind surfers. Even as a
non-participant you can spend some time watching the
spectacle of wind surfers flying across the sea. When
the rare south wind blows, this is the beach to come
to... more
Panormos
Beach
This is the only beach on Mykonos where
you can find a pet, potbellied pig roaming among
the tourists. Panormos beach welcomes everyone including
families. Children can play on the beach or climb
on the rocks to the left discovering sea life in
the shallow pools of sea water. The colors of the
incredible sunrises or sunsets on the barren hill
sides surrounding this beach are not to be missed...
more
Agios
Sostis Beach
Unspoiled freedom, this beach is
fairly undeveloped without amenities such as umbrellas
and sun beds. If you can do without those things,
it is so worth the trip. Even the somewhat bumpy,
pot - holed road should not be a deterrent. The view
from the road above, looking down on the beach is
beautiful...more
Houlakia
Beach
The rounded stones that make up this
natural phenomenon, unique to Mykonos are known as
Houlakia. This is a natural, protected area where
it is now prohibited to remove any of these special
stones...
more
Agios
Stefanos Beach
Agios Stefanos beach is located just
around the corner from the new port of Tourlos. It
is a sandy, family - friendly beach with shallow waters
along the shoreline for children to play in. The water
is so clean and clear, it creates a perfect swimming
environment including a wonderful, sandy sea floor.
When the north wind blows it can be somewhat windy
on this beach... more
Megali
Ammos Beach
When you have only a few hours to
spend on Mykonos and want to go to a beach this is
the closest beach to the town center, only about a
15 minute walk. You can find a small traditional Greek
taverna located just a few footsteps from the waters
edge... more
Fokos
- Mersini Beach
These are both undeveloped, northern beaches
that can be reached only by private boat and rental
car - motorbike. Drive through farmland and past
one of the two water reservoir of Mykonos. The road
is a bit rough, but at the end you can discover
isolation and solitude... more
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