Mykonos is also known for its epic party scene, charming villages, and gorgeous resorts.
And that’s just the beginning.
“Mykonos has some of thebest beachesin the Cyclades.
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Here’s everything you gotta plan the perfect trip to Mykonos.
Here, guests can book oversized, light-filled suites, which open to private patios with plunge pools.
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Theluxury resortsits atop a hill, providing panoramic views from every corner.
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Best Things to Do
Visit the windmills.
No visit to Mykonos is complete without a stroll through the iconic windmills of Kato Mili.
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See Little Venice.
Walk and shop around Chora.
Spend some time walking through the main village of Chora, a.k.a.
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Hit the beach.
There are22 official beachesand several other unofficial options to spend your days on while on Mykonos.
Skandinavian Bar & Disco
Skandinavian Bar & Discohas kept the party going since the late 1970s.
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Here, guests can dance between three rooms, including an open-air courtyard.
Temperatures are warm but not stifling, and destinations are open but relatively quiet.”
Direct ferries take about 2.5 hours.
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Villages to See
Mykonos Town
Mykonos Town is the heart of the island.
Ornos
The beach village of Ornos is also worth an entire day’s excursion.
Though it’s the second-largest village on Mykonos, it’s still considerably smaller than Mykonos Town.
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There are plenty of major car rental services available, including Hertz, Europcar, and Budget.
By Public Transit
Mykonos has a robustbus systemthat takes travelers to and frommajor townsand beaches.
Just check that to be extra cautious and always wear a helmet.
