Island in South Aegean, Greece
Mykonos
Greece's party island with beach clubs, luxury hotels and a famously open gay scene. It is among the most expensive Greek islands and quiet or closed outside May–September.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$3,380–5,060Comfortable, one person · €3,000–4,500Details
- Value for money7/100Better value than 6% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, SepWarmest: Aug, 25°CDetails
- Internet91 MbpsFixed broadband, Greece medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledTap water is desalinated and salty; drink bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+5/5Very welcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$68–135Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundKTEL bus (Fabrika and Old Port stations)Walkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards accepted in nearly all hotels, restaurants and clubs; carry cash for buses, kiosks and small tavernas.Details
Where to stay in Mykonos
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Mykonos Town (Chora) | First-timers: nightlife, restaurants, ferries and buses |
| Ornos | Calmer beach near town, family-friendly stays |
| Platis Gialos–Paradise | Beach clubs, parties and the gay beach scene |
| Agios Stefanos | Quieter beach north of town, cheaper stays |
Apps that work in Mykonos
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| efood | Limited coverage in Chora in season |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: Viber and WhatsApp
- Ferryhopper: Compare and book ferries between islands
- Taxis: No ride-hailing apps. Taxis are scarce and priced by trip; book ahead at night, or use bus and water taxi.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Greece.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards accepted in nearly all hotels, restaurants and clubs; carry cash for buses, kiosks and small tavernas.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Most Greek bank ATMs charge foreign cards a few euros; Euronet costs more. Decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: Round up or leave 5–10% in tavernas and cafés, ideally in cash; card tips often can't be added.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay widely accepted; IRIS bank transfers are for locals with Greek accounts.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen member: non-EU visitors are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (fingerprints and photo) instead of passport stamps.
- ETIAS is not running yet; the EU will announce its start date months in advance.
- Ferries from Turkey and Albania cross the Schengen external border, so expect full passport checks there.
Emergency numbers
Police 100 · Ambulance 166 · Fire 199 · Tourist police 1571 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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