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Things to do in Mykonos

White-washed houses and turquoise waters are just some of the charms this glamorous Greek island has to offer.

Our most recommended things to do in Mykonos

From Mykonos: Delos Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

1. From Mykonos: Delos Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

Discover the ancient ruins on the island of Delos with this boat tour from Mykonos. See sights like the house of Dionysus, the Colossus of the Naxians, and the Temple of Apollo. Step back in time as you stroll through the ruins of a market. Start your morning tour with a 30-minute boat ride from Mykonos to Delos. Once you arrive on Delos you will receive an introduction to the ancient and sacred site. With your guide, you will explore the narrow city streets. Marvel at the impressive house of Dionysus and the exceptional mosaics, well-preserved marble columns, and wall paintings. See other monuments in the urban area, including the Theater of Delos. Take a walk along the main street to the market and the sanctuary zone. Here you’ll find the Stoa of Phillipe, the Propylaia, the Colossus of the Naxians, and the Temple of Apollo.

From Mykonos: Delos Archaeological Site Guided Evening Tour

2. From Mykonos: Delos Archaeological Site Guided Evening Tour

Feel the wind in your hair on a boat ride from Mykonos to Delos. Once you arrive at Delos you’ll receive an introduction to the ancient and sacred site. With your guide, you’ll explore the narrow city streets. Marvel at the impressive house of Dionysus and the exceptional mosaics, well-preserved marble columns, and wall paintings. See other monuments in the urban area, including the Theater of Delos. Take a walk along the main street to the market and the sanctuary zone. Here you’ll find the Stoa of Phillipe, the Propylaia, the Colossus of the Naxians, and the Temple of Apollo.

From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat

3. From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat

Step back in time on this day trip from Mykonos to Delos and Rhenia island. Step back in time as you explore the archeological sight on Delos island or choose to take a dip in the sea. Uncover the beauty of the beaches on the uninhabited island of Rhenia. Depart from Mykonos and set sail for the ancient site of Delos island. Upon arrival, you can stay on board, swim in the blue and green waters or disembark for a 2-hour tour of the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the mesmerizing beaches of Rhenia. Enjoy some free time at the uninhabited island and truly let go! Swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters. Discover sandy coves and make use of the uncrowded beaches before your return cruise to Mykonos.

From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia All-Inclusive Cruise with Lunch

4. From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia All-Inclusive Cruise with Lunch

Discover the island of Rhenia and the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Delos on a private or group cruise from Mykonos. Sail across the sea to admire the ancient archaeological site and relax on the golden beaches of Rhenia before taking a break from snorkeling with a Mediterranean buffet. Get picked up from your accommodations in Mykonos and climb aboard the boat to meet your captain for the day. Cruise out over the waves and watch the beautiful coastline disappearing behind you. Arrive at the island of Delos, an archaeological treasure that dates back to ancient Greece. Stroll through the ruins of markets, houses, temples, and an amphitheater as you immerse yourself in the mystery of the past. Continue to the idyllic Rhenia island, taking the chance to sunbathe on the gorgeous beach, or dive into the refreshing sea. Make use of equipment on the boat to go snorkeling through schools of colorful fish beneath the waves or try out standup paddle boarding. Indulge in a delicious Mediterranean-style buffet for lunch on the boat and enjoy a glass of wine, beer, or some soft drinks. Relax with picturesque views and listen to the calming sounds of the ocean before cruising back to Mykonos.

Mykonos: Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Drinks

5. Mykonos: Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Drinks

Set sail on the Aegean Sea with this catamaran cruise from Mykonos. Explore the crystalline coves around the islands of Rheina and Delos. Swim, snorkel, or simply lounge in the sun. Drop anchor for a delicious Greek meal cooked and served on board. After a pickup from your hotel, travel by air-conditioned minivan to the new port of Mykonos for your cruise. Meet your professional skipper and crew. Settle into a comfortable spot on the modern catamaran. Sit back and admire the small white houses of the island as your vessel pulls away from the dock. Relax and enjoy the sea breeze and take snaps of the views as your catamaran cuts through the waves of the Aegean Sea. Enjoy unlimited traditional Mykonos wine as you sail. After a short journey across the north part of the island, continue to the archeological site of Delos. Make the best of a quick stop in front of Delos by taking photos of the site from the vessel. Learn about the history of the island from your guide. Then, sail to the nearby island of Rhenia and drop anchor in a small cove with crystal-clear turquoise water. Take some time for swimming or snorkeling while the crew prepares your delicious lunch. Feast on a delicious Greek meal on board. On the journey back, see picturesque windmills on the island and Mykonos town. If you pick the sunset cruise, witness a beautiful golden sunset. Watch as the sun goes down over the horizon. Dock back at the port and finish your tour with a drop-off at your hotel.

Mykonos: Sunset Cruise with Drinks

6. Mykonos: Sunset Cruise with Drinks

Come onboard and enjoy the breathtaking Mykonian sunset! Set sail and enjoy the magnificent view of Little Venice and Mykonos. Drop anchor to watch the "Dreamy Sunset" over the ocean, islands, and distant shoreline. Enjoy drinks and snacks on-board, before setting out on the return journey, where we relish the mesmerizing light of the sun setting over the Aegean Sea. This is a cruise that you will make memories to last a lifetime, as it is ideal for couples, families, friends or people who just want to have a relaxing and memorable time.

Mykonos: Super Paradise Beach with Sunbed at Thalas Mykonos

7. Mykonos: Super Paradise Beach with Sunbed at Thalas Mykonos

Relax on a sunbed in the row of your choice, from 1st to 3rd, and avoid the hassle of looking for one upon arrival. Enjoy Thalas, a barefoot tavern and beach located on Super Paradise Beach in Mykonos, with a pre-booked sunbed to lounge on. Step into this exclusive beach bar to take in the striking Mykonos landscape from the shore. Experience a world-famous Greek beach in a unique way, by relaxing on your personal sunbed and being able to access the top-notch facilities of the bar. Spend the day swimming in clear blue waters and take advantage of the bar and restaurant service to purchase drinks and finger food right on the beach.

Mykonos: Catamaran Cruise with 3-Course Meal and Transfers

8. Mykonos: Catamaran Cruise with 3-Course Meal and Transfers

Cruise smoothly on the spacious and artfully designed "White Coral" catamaran from Mykonos. Discover the southern coast or the island of Rhenia as you sit back on the boat's large sunbeds and lounge areas, jump into the turquoise waters, and tuck into delicious 3-course meal throughout your day at sea. Ask your crew of 3 (captain, chef, and hostess) for any requests while on board and feast on a freshly cooked 3-course meal based on delicious local ingredients and made by your yacht chef on board. Avoid the crowds and cruise in peace with the sun glowing above you, the sea shimmering beneath you, and the warm breeze in your hair. Kick up the adrenaline by jumping into the clear waters and swim, kayak, or standup paddle board among bright fish or kick back and simply relax on board.

Mykonos: Winery Vineyard Experience with Food & Wine Tasting

9. Mykonos: Winery Vineyard Experience with Food & Wine Tasting

Visiting the beautiful Greek wineries is a wonderful experience and a dream come true for most of us. If you really want to enjoy the local amenities and locations, as well as some great wine, all you have to do is to enroll in our tour. We will explore our local winery and we will make it easy for you to see where the Greek wine comes from and you can even check it out and enjoy it on your own. It’s a very distinctive experience and one that will push the boundaries, delivering some resounding benefits and results every time. The commitment is to value and quality, and you will be heavily impressed with the results and the entire process in a professional way. Our tour is taking 2 hours, it will guide you through the olive grove and then it will bring you at the vineyards. Here you get to see exactly how wine is made and you get to enjoy and cherish it in a way that’s very different and fun all the time. It’s a very nice idea to be able to see the old school, historical locations and the type of activities that people have been doing for millennia with little to no changes. It’s really exciting and a great way to gain an insight into the old days. Once that is done, you will go outside with the group and you will stay together for a little bit. You get to enjoy some very tasty mykonian appetizers and you get to listen to some traditional music.

From Mykonos: Transfer to Delos Island by Boat

10. From Mykonos: Transfer to Delos Island by Boat

Departing from the old port of Mykonos, relax on the 40 minute boat cruise, feel the sea breeze and view the island of Rhenia from a distance. When you reach the island of Delos you have a few hours to explore at your own pace. The entry ticket to the site is not included in this price but you can easily obtain one at the entrance, along with a guide if you wish. Later you will use the same ticket to board the boat and get transferred back to the old port of Mykonos after a day discovering an ancient civilization.

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What people are saying about Mykonos

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 5,290 reviews

Stephanie was both informative and helpful throughout the tour. She has an extensive knowledge of the area and has provided me with great advice from places to see, dining, hire and everything in between. Her infectious charisma made the tour so personal and enjoyable and I could not ask for a better guide! I will definitely be back and recommend highly to get Stephanie again! She is the best! Thank you so much Stephanie! Loved every minute of it ❤️

We had a great time on our sunset trekking experience. The host was very happy, knowledgeable and a fabulous tour guide. I would definitely recommend this tour if you are ever in Mykonos! We were also gifted with a homemade olive oil which was very nice and thoughtful.

Our guide was amazing and very knowledgeable about the island. You could hear the passion in her voice as she shared its wonderful history with us. We really connected with her- it was ab excellent your!

Amazing trip, love the Alexander boat we were on! Definitely worth the money!

I enjoyed the sights on Mykonos as well as the restaurants.