Mykonos Island, the golden jewel of the Aegean Islands is known world wide.  However, Mykonos is primarily known for its nightlife, parties, beautiful people, boutiques and chic scene, but it has something that many are not aware of; Great Beaches.  So when you’re done exploring the pulsating town of Mykonos and its nigtlife, it’s time to relax at one of the enticing sandy beaches located through out the island.

Mykonos beaches are some of the best of all the Greek Islands and cover the entire spectrum from sleepy coves with small fish taverns to those that look more like a cover of a fashion magazine featuring a nightclub environment with house music & drinks flowing under the Aegean Sun.   Paradise Beach will satisfy the Party Animal in you, the gay crowd now seems flock to Elia Beach, and Ftelia Beach’s natural beauty may very well soothe your soul since it is the most undeveloped of them all.

Each Mykonos beach seems to specialize in a different niche: family-friendly or party; straight, gay, or mixed; nude or clothed; with many other traits to satisfy any type of beach seeker.  But one thing that all the beaches of Mykonos have in common is topless sunbathing.   For in Greece like most other European Countries, even the family friendly beaches allow one to be topless if they choose, but Mykonos Beaches does have the highest amount of topless and nude beaches.  Click here to view Mykonos Beach Listings and Descriptions

More Information on Mykonos Beaches from Chicago Tribune

Where: Mykonos is located at the center of the Cyclades.  It’s capital town (Hóra) exemplifies the  Cycladic architecture; the church of Panayia Paraportiani; “Little Venice”, an 18th century district, dominated by grand captains’ mansions with colourful balconies and stylish windows; the quaint windmills standing imposingly on a hillside; the traditional settlement of Áno Merá, and of course the sun-drenched cosmopolitan beaches spread all around the island.

Why visit?: Mykonos is Greece’s most famous and cosmopolitan island.   This whitewashed paradise is synonymous with entertainment and fun, where celebrities, college students and families mingle together to celebrate life.  Whether you are an entertainment junkie out for a real good time or a culture vulture who wants to explore the island’s history and tradition, Mykonos will certainly live up to your expectations.

Where to stay: Mykonos has excellent tourist facilities; choose from luxurious hotels, rooms to let in Hóra or traditional guesthouses by the sea where you will find rooms from moderate to ultra deluxe.

Party: Festivals and local celebrations are organized throughout the summer accompanied by plenty of local wine.  Mykonos nightlife is some of the best in Greece, so while visiting make sure to check out the bars & clubs that make it famous.  Click here for Mykonos Nightlife

Beaches & Water Sports:  The “Island of the Winds” attracts surfers and sailors from all over the world! There is a great choice of beaches for windsurfing; however, the most secluded beaches on Mykonos are considered to be the best. Choose from Kórfos, Fteliá, Meyáli Ámmos and Kalafátis, where surfing lessons are also available. Play tennis or mini golf at Ayios Stéfanos, beach volleyball at Ayia Ánna or try sea parachuting or jet skiing at Eliá or Kalafátis. Diving fans can do a little exciting exploration of the underwater magic of Mykonos.  Click here for Mykonos Beaches

Resources: Mykonos Island Nightlife, Mykonos Experience,Cycladic Journey, Mykonos Photographs