How to travel around mykonos

The best way to get around Mykonos is the bus – the island has an efficient system that connects many towns and attractions. Chora banned motor vehicles, so everyone walks or rides a bike through town. We strongly advise against renting a car – they’re expensive to rent, and parking is a pain.

Getting Around Mykonos is pretty easy, either by bus, taxi, car, scooter, ATV, water taxi or foot. With a length of 12 to 15 km and a width of 10km, Mykonos is one of the smallest of the Cyclades islands.

Thankfully times have changed and while Uber is not available in Mykonos, there are some comparable local services now that have made the whole process of booking a taxi in Mykonos a little more palatable.

Mykonos isn’t known for hiking. The island is relatively flat and developed, and there are virtually none of the donkey paths that make hiking elsewhere in the Cyclades such a joy. Nonetheless, it’s pleasant to walk to many of the beaches along the narrow roads that snake through the sparse landscape.

The best place to stay in Mykonos for partying is Mykonos Town, for families it’s Ornos or Platis Gialos, and for romance and honeymoons stay in Agios Ioannis, Psarou, or Mykonos Town (though pretty much every town is perfect for a honeymoon holiday).

As a visitor, you’ll find yourself in plenty of situations in which you might naturally think to tip. Tipping in Greece is customary, but is by no means obligatory. This Greece tipping guide will help you navigate when/where you can leave a little extra for great service.

Shorts. It is acceptable to wear shorts, whether you are a woman or a man. Shorts are acceptable on the beach or when going from the beach to the shops near-by. If you plan to take a ferry between the islands, shorts are a good option if you travel by day (opt for a pair of long pants though if you travel by night).

The biggest issue in Athens is petty crime, rather than anything sinister. There are certain neighbourhoods where the risk of being a victim of crime is heightened. You should be extra vigilant in the neighbourhoods of Omonia, Exarchia, Monastiraki, Syntagma, and Patissia – especially at night.

Greece – Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Greece due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country.

The official language of Greece is Greek, spoken by 99% of the population. The most common foreign languages learned by Greeks are English, German, French and Italian.

Don’t flush toilet paper in Greece

The Greek pipes just get clogged. The toilets will handle a small amount of paper, so don’t panic if you forget once or twice while you get used to it.

Getting around Greece is generally affordable. You won’t need any money for transport when walking around the city center. When it comes to long-distance travel, from city to city, you can expect a pretty low cost as well.

Past travelers have spent, on average, €28 ($34) on meals for one day and €22 ($27) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Greece for a couple is €110 ($134). So, a trip to Greece for two people for one week costs on average €1,545 ($1,883).

Everyone has their own idea of “budget travel.” If you’re backpacking Greece, my suggested budget is 40-60 EUR / 45-65 USD per day. This is assuming you’re staying in a hostel, eating cheap food, cooking some of your meals, not taking a lot of tours and using local transportation.

The average price of a 7-day trip to Greek Islands is $1,274 for a solo traveler, $2,288 for a couple, and $4,290 for a family of 4.

Based on my estimates, two weeks in Greece will cost you about $4,455 per person. Remember, this estimate is based on visiting the most popular islands (Santorini and Mykonos) which are also the most expensive.

Along with Santorini, Mykonos is considered one of the more expensive Greek Islands. The main beach and nightlife areas will all feel relatively expensive, at least for Greece. Hotels and hostels in Mykonos run the gamut in prices, although the cheaper places are probably of low quality or with poor locations.

How much money will you need for your trip to Mykonos? You should plan to spend around €119 ($145) per day on your vacation in Mykonos, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, €38 ($47) on meals for one day and €19 ($23) on local transportation.

Mykonos Nightlife

Often compared to Ibiza, Mykonos has the best party scene in the Greek islands with countless bars and clubs, known for their trendy decoration and the great music. Most night bars and clubs are concentrated in Chora and stay open till early in the morning.

Mykonos is not without its beautiful spots but for scenes that are truly jaw-dropping, Santorini wins hands-down. Santorini is more romantic and much better suited to a honeymoon or couples vacation. Mykonos has gorgeous beaches with golden sand and turquoise water.

Planning Your Trip to Mykonos

Five days is an ideal length of time for a visit here, as that will allow you enough time to tour legendary Mykonos beaches with their pulsing beach bars, explore the island’s classic architecture, and duck into small shops, bars, and restaurants.

Mykonos is home to lots of Greek and European restaurants, but its perhaps most famous for its Mediterranean cuisine, fresh seafood and mezze dining culture. Dishes unique to the island include kopanisti, a spicy cheese with an aromatic taste, and louza, which is made from thin slices of cooked, spicy pork.