Dazzled by the glamour,
many overlook the
quieter side of Mykonos—
its spectacular sandy beaches, narrow streets, white-cube architecture, and casual-chic vibe.
Mykonos Town
Wander around this pretty- as-a-picture village with mazelike, stone-paved streets.
Archeological Museum
Finds from Delos, including terrific vase collection.
Wed-Mon 9-3:30
22 325
Panormos or Agios Sostis
Two quieter beach alternatives to Paradise and Super Paradise, which made the island famous.
Delos Island
This sacred isle—the birthplace of Artemis and Apollo—is one of the world’s largest archaeological sites.
Boats depart every 30 mins from Mykonos Town harbor.
Tues-Sun 8:30-3, Apr-Oct.
22 259
Cavo Paradiso
Dance the night away at this club perched cliffside with deejays and live performances.
Paradise Beach
Daily midnight-9am
26 124
cavoparadiso.com
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Late-night dining is the rule on this island, where bars, restaurants and nightclubs keep the atmosphere young & hopping.
Alefkandra
Seafood grilled outdoors in a giant stone oven; try the octopus meatballs. $$$
Mykonos Town
22 450
Uno con Carne
An Argentine steakhouse with lively lounge area. $$
Panachra, Mykonos Town
24 020
unoconcarne.gr
Belvedere Club
Inventive Greek cuisine in a lantern-lit poolside setting. $$$
Belvedere Hotel,
Mykonos Town
25 122
bevelderehotel.com
Matsuhisa Mykonos
World famous sushi from Nobu Matsuhisa. $$$$
Belvedere Hotel,
Mykonos Town
Daily 7:30pm-1:30am, mid-Jun-Sept.
25 122
bevelderehotel.com
Nammos Restaurant
Which is more beautiful: your fellow diners or the lobster risotto? $$$
Psarou Beach
22 440
Kiki’s
An out-of-the-way find, and the grilled fare
is worth the effort. $$
Agios Sostis Beach
Lunch only, mid-Oct-
mid-Apr.
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Most shops open late
and stay open late, with an afternoon siesta in between.
Efthemios
Traditional almond biscuits and candy.
4 Florou Zouganeli, Mykonos Town
22 281
Scala Gallery
Athens-based gallery sells paintings and sculptures by Greek artists.
48 Matoyianni,
Mykonos Town
23 407
scalagallery.gr
Nikoletta
Hand-loomed apparel and accessories made of local wool as well as linens.
Little Venice,
Mykonos Town
27 503
Scoop Beach Shop
Popular NYC store now has Mykonos outpost for caftans, sarongs, accessories, and beachgear.
Belvedere Hotel,
Mykonos Town
Daily 10-2, 6-midnight
25 122
bevelderehotel.com
Pantopoleion
Small organic food shop in 300-year-old Mykonian house.
24 Kaloyerou
22 078
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