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Mykonos Town
Mykonos Town, the island’s capital, is a fascinating mix of cosmopolitan activity and traditional Greek charm. Frequently referred to as Chora to distinguish it from the island itself, this coastal town has grown over the decades into the hub of island’s tourism industry. However, whilst bars and clubs line many of its thoroughfares, you can step back into its narrow, winding streets running between the distinctive, whitewashed buildings and immerse yourself in the town’s history and culture.
Much of the town’s activity is focused around the harbour district. Many restaurants and traditional tavernas line the waterfront. You can spend many hours sampling the delicious local cuisine whilst watching the fishermen unload their latest catch from the boats. If you’re lucky, you may even spot Petros the pelican, the island’s feathered mascot. Round off your meal with a traditional Greek coffee accompanied by a small, iced glass of Ouzo, the national liqueur.
The town centre is bustling with cafés and shops, fashion boutiques and galleries. Much of this is the result of the tourism boom in the 1970s, but you’ll still find many of the traditional vendors selling delicious, locally-grown produce. Of course, once the sun goes down in the evenings, the party starts, and the bars and clubs take on a life of their own.
Lovers of history and culture will be fascinated by the town’s many museums and cultural institutions. Discover the area’s ancient past at the Archaeological Museum, home to marble sculptures and artefacts such as jewellery and ceramics, all unearthed on Mykonos and its neighbouring islands. The story of the island’s sea faring tradition is told at the Aegean Maritime Museum. Exhibits include expertly-restored ships and a 19th-century lighthouse.
Mykonos Town lies on the west coast of the island. If you have a hire car, the best parking spaces are to be found in the harbour district. Otherwise, the town is well served by public transport.
Guide to Exploring Mykonos Town
Top Hotel Deals
Hermes Mykonos Hotel
Mykonos Town, MykonosLocated in Mykonos Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mykonos Library, Aegean Maritime Museum, and Archaeological Museum of Mykonos. Panagia Paraportiani and Windmills of Mykonos are also within 15 minutes.
Myconian Korali
Main Street, Mykonos Town, MykonosLocated in Mykonos Town, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Megali Ammos Beach, Windmills of Mykonos, and Aegean Maritime Museum. Panagia Paraportiani and Archaeological Museum of Mykonos are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Poseidon Hotel & Suites
Mykonos Town, MykonosLocated in Mykonos Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Fabrica Square, Windmills of Mykonos, and Aegean Maritime Museum. Panagia Paraportiani and Archaeological Museum of Mykonos are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Matogianni Hotel
Matogianni Str., MykonosLocated in Mykonos Town, this hotel is steps from Mykonos Library and Aegean Maritime Museum. Windmills of Mykonos and Panagia Paraportiani are also within 5 minutes.
Leto Hotel
Mykonos Town Waterfront, MykonosWith direct access to the beach, this Mykonos Town hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Archaeological Museum of Mykonos, Aegean Maritime Museum, and Panagia Paraportiani. Windmills of Mykonos is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.
Carbonaki hotel
23, Panachrantou str., MykonosLocated in Mykonos Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Aegean Maritime Museum, Windmills of Mykonos, and Panagia Paraportiani. Archaeological Museum of Mykonos is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.
Bill & Coo Suites and Lounge
Megali Ammos, MykonosLocated in Mykonos Town, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Megali Ammos Beach and Windmills of Mykonos. Aegean Maritime Museum and Panagia Paraportiani are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Tharroe of Mykonos
Angelika, MykonosLocated in Mykonos Town, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fabrica Square, Windmills of Mykonos, and Aegean Maritime Museum. Panagia Paraportiani and Archaeological Museum of Mykonos are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Top Flight + Hotel Deals
Villa Alice
4.5 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£1,865
per person
Medluxe Villas Houlakia
4.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sat, 11 Nov
Gatwick - Mykonos Island National
£1,451
per person
The Loft Mykonos Town
4.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£1,715
per person
Myconian Ambassador Hotel Relais & Chateaux
5.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£723
per person
Myconian Korali
5.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£647
per person
Leto Hotel
4.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£855
per person
Rocabella Mykonos Art Hotel & SPA
4.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£686
per person
Villa Konstantis
3.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£958
per person
Boheme Mykonos
5.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£928
per person
Porto Mykonos Hotel
3.0 out of 5.0Tue, 24 Oct - Sun, 29 Oct
Birmingham - Mykonos Island National
£603
per person
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