Mykonos is one of Greece’s top resorts, a destination for a large number of travelers from all over the world, who look to this wonderful Cycladic island for their favorite corner of paradise. Mykonos is a truly exceptional destination, it is one of the most beautiful and visited places in the world that manages, however, to retain its authenticity. On this island you can interpret your vacation however you want, relaxing by the sea or romping at beach parties, you can explore old fishing villages, or immerse yourself in the modernity of the vibrant waterfront that lights up as the sun goes down. In short, there is everything in Mykonos; this is the ideal destination to combine relaxing beach vacations with sunset-to-dawn fun and a significant cultural offering, discovering Greece’s ancient history. In this article we will discuss the ferries between Athens Piero and Mykonos.
How to get to Mykonos
It is possible to reach Mykonos by ferry, hydrofoil or plane. The island is also served by a small airport that sees a large increase in its international flight traffic in the summer. Most travelers, reach Mykonos aboard ferries from Athens’ Piraeus port.
The Piraeus in Athens is one of the strategic gateways to the Cyclades archipelago; in fact, numerous ferries also depart from there for Santorini, Paros and Naxos. Piraeus Athens – Mykonos is a short route, taking an average of 2 hours and 30 minutes aboard catamarans, or 5 with ferries. Moreover, the connections are daily and frequent.
The queen of the Cyclades in step with the changing times
Mykonos is the best known of the Cycladic destinations, famous not only for the beautiful sea but also for the intense nightlife and entertainment at the well-known Paradise Beach and Super Paradise Beach (to name two of the most famous). However, this island, also driven by the desire of its inhabitants, has been supplementing its tourism offerings in recent years by also integrating cultural and culinary attractions typical of other islands in the archipelago.
Every year nearly 2 million tourists arrive in Mykonos loaded with all kinds of expectations, but mostly eager to unplug while relaxing and having fun. Mykonos’ tourism offerings certainly do not disappoint them, offering travelers different ways to experience their vacation stay. Its proximity to the small island of Delos, an authentic open-air archaeological museum, is also helping Mykonos transform itself into a major cultural tourism destination year after year.
- Are you interested in ferries to Mykonos and the Cyclades islands? also read our article NEW CYCLADES DESTINATIONS: MILOS – MYKONOS CAMPING ON BOARD
