Shopping in Mykonos
Shopping in Mykonos means wandering the whitewashed lanes of Mykonos Town, the island's port town and capital. Shops, boutiques, art galleries and cafes line the streets between the harbor and the windmills, so most of the browsing happens on foot. It is one of the most cosmopolitan towns in the Aegean, and its traditional Cycladic character is still easy to see between the storefronts.
Places to go
Mykonos Town
Mykonos Town, called Chora locally, is the island's port town and capital. It is a whitewashed maze of tiny streets around the harbor, and wandering it is the main thing to do here.
Tours to book
Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.
What to expect
The shopping here is spread across the old town rather than in a single mall. Narrow lanes lead past boutiques, art galleries, cafes and bars, and the traditional white houses and churches stand among the shopfronts. Expect to walk a lot and to find many of the best stops by wandering rather than following a list.
Most shopping in Mykonos Town happens on foot. Visitors often take a break at a cafe between shops. The streets are busiest in July and August, so an earlier start or a visit in the shoulder months makes browsing more comfortable.
Where to go
- Mykonos Town shopping streets. Lanes lined with shops, boutiques, art galleries and cafes, running between the harbor and the windmills. About 45 minutes' walk from the new port, by walk or shuttle bus.
Getting there
The northern bus station in Mykonos Town is within walking distance of everything in the shopping streets. The SeaBus runs from the new port at Tourlos into town every half hour for a small fare. Walking from the new port at Tourlos to town takes around 45 minutes along a busy road without a sidewalk. From the old port, the shopping streets are within a 10-minute walk.
When to go
July and August are extremely crowded, so mid-May through June and September to mid-October are the best months for browsing. Summer heat is softened by the meltemi wind.
Good to know
- Check which port your boat uses, since most ferries use the new port at Tourlos and fast catamarans use the old port.
- Taxis are scarce on the island.
Questions
Is Mykonos Town good for shopping?
Yes. The streets of Mykonos Town are lined with shops, boutiques, art galleries and cafes. Most of the browsing happens on foot between the harbor and the windmills.
How do I get from the new port to the shops in Mykonos?
From the new port at Tourlos, the bus station is within walking distance of the shopping streets. The SeaBus runs from the new port into town every half hour.
When is the best time to shop in Mykonos?
Mid-May through June and September to mid-October are the best times. July and August are extremely crowded, so the streets are busiest then.
