Lonely PlanetJul 21The best beaches in Mykonos, GreecePlenty of people head to Mykonos for the glorious sunrises and all-night dance parties. The time between is best spent on one of the islandnarrow strip of sand with shady tavernas19 things in this storyAgios SostisSightwild and free beach in the northHoraNeighborhoodisland's main townMegali Ammos BeachSightclosest decent chunk of sand to HoraAgios Ioannis BeachSightnarrow strip of sand with shady tavernasKapari BeachSightsmall secluded coveOrnos BeachSightfamily-friendly choice with gentle wavesPsarou BeachSightluxe club scene and high-end boutiquesPlatys Gialos BeachSightpopular all-around beach spot with water sportsParaga BeachHostelsouth coast cove, one of the main party beachesKaluaRestaurantdominates the party scene at Paraga BeachParadise BeachSightfamous beach with non-stop partyingCavo ParadisoSightsuperclub attracting superstar DJsSuper ParadiseSighthome to raucous and expensive clubsElia BeachSightsomewhat isolated, rarely feels busyAgrari BeachSightlaid-back vibe with a single beachside tavernaKalafatis BeachSightmix of sand and pebbles, excellent swimmingFokos BeachSightisolated northeast coast, popular tavernaMersini BeachSightquietest beach on MykonosAgios Sostis BeachSightcalm water in the cove, excellent tavernaRead the full piece at Lonely Planet →