10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Mykonos

Little Venice is a waterfront neighbourhood that’s among the most photographed spots on the island with lovely streets, cobblestone alleys, restaurants, cafes and scenic buildings. This spot is a popular draw for visitors, so it can sometimes get crowded, but it’s famous for its resemblance to its namesake city. You can spend entire afternoons strolling cobblestone streets lined with shops, cafes, restaurants and bars, and photographing wooden balconies that stretch out over the water.

If you’re lucky, you might find yourself standing on one of these balconies photographing the endless sea waters. Little Venice is an easy jaunt just 20 minutes west of the centre of the island.

Panagia Paraportiani is a lovely church in the heart of the Kastro neighbourhood on the seashore that’s among the most photographed spiritual buildings in the entire world. This church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, is actually a complex of 5 smaller churches all built on top of and next to one another. The oldest of these, Agios Anargyros, was built in the 14th century, with the others added in the 16th and 17th centuries and renovated through 1920. Paraportiani means 'standing next to the entrance door', referencing its position next to the door of the castle on the island.

The castle may be gone, but the church complex remains. It’s about 20 minutes west of the centre of the island.

Mykonos beach clubs offer the chance to party all day and well into the night with great music, strong and tasty craft cocktails, and a vibe of fun and freedom. If you’re looking for a trendy club that attracts the young crowd, Nammos on Psarou Beach is a hip spot. For boho chic and true relaxation, hit up Scorpios, which offers a small beach, shaded loungers and a great dance space. Alemagou is the spot for a chill vibe along Paraga Beach with calm music and craft cocktails.

Principote Beach Club on Panormos Beach is hidden in a sheltered cove on a calm, warm bay. The Jackie O' Beach Club offers beds on the beach, a pool area and a restaurant.

A couple’s spa treatment offers pampering from head to toe, and you’ll feel like you’re in the lap of luxury as you recharge your batteries and prepare for adventures ahead. A few hours at one of these spas is a journey of the senses and the ideal way to balance your spirit, body and mind. You’ll enjoy sheer indulgence and a combination of mental and physical wellness services from massages to saunas, Jacuzzi-style hot tubs, fitness facilities and beyond.

Dozens of these spas can be found all over Mykonos, at just about every good hotel or resort. Best of all, often you don’t even need to be a hotel guest. Just book a time and go.

Lia Beach offers the opportunity to relax on endless stretches of powder-soft white sand along clear turquoise waters, a true sampling of an island paradise on the Aegean Sea. Lying on the beach under the sun on a pristine stretch of sand and shore is the iconic Greek activity, and Lia Beach offers the experience you want. You’ll soak up salt air as dark blue waters lap the shore. This secluded beach is on the island’s southeastern side and is fenced in by rocks, which makes it ideal for snorkelling and scuba diving as well.

What sets this beach apart is its secluded location. It’s almost a private beach and is a true hidden gem where you’ll enjoy privacy and romance.

Rineia Island is an offshore paradise offering sun, sand, spectacular sunsets and natural beauty that’s sparsely visited and is a hidden gem of the Mykonos region. 7,000 years ago, this island was populated at a time when its neighbouring island of Delos was a Minoan spiritual centre. Rineia was dedicated to Apollo around 530 BCE, and later the 2 islands were connected by a rocky walking passage called the Big Rematiaris and Little Rematiaris. Here you can find the ruins of an ancient Greek temple juxtaposed with the ruins of a 20th-century Christian church.

Whether you’re in it for scenic shorelines or historic ruins and spiritual legacy, Rineia Island has it. It’s accessible by ferry off the western coast.

A sailing trip allows you to get out on the Aegean Sea and witness the magic and majesty of this region of tropical paradise, all the way to the horizon. It’s a unique way to see all the shoreline scenery while enjoying the deep, dark blue waters of the Cyclades. An experienced captain and crew will provide trivia and history about the things you’ll see. You’ll get to see UNESCO World Heritage ruins and get the opportunity to swim and snorkel in clear waters.

A sailing ship is an ideal way to see all the beaches and landmarks in a new and different way. These tours are filled with romance and the opportunity for memory-making.

A wine tasting tour of Mykonos allows you to sample dozens of unique and delicious vintages all made by expert winemakers and served in quaint and elegant surroundings. Many of these tours comprise half-day or day trips and allow you to tour local vineyards and enjoy pairings with traditional Greek cuisine. You will get to see working farms and fields, and some of these tasting opportunities see you welcomed into a local Greek home to experience meals the way local families do.

These tastings are not just filled with great wine, but are also a way to sample local culture. Check with your hotel for recommendations on the best in the area where you are staying, and book your tour.

A sunset at Mykonos Town is an iconic and romantic activity on this island offering photo opportunities that will ignite your social media and provide memories that will last forever. Many people claim that the sunset in Mykonos Town is the most spectacular in the world; whether that’s true or not, you’re sure to have an experience you’ll never forget as the sun sinks below the horizon and explodes into shades of yellow, orange, pink and red.

You’ll find lots of spots where you can take in the scenery, from rooftop bars to beachfront restaurants and sailing ships that launch from the port. Just pick the experience you want, book your appointment and go.

A romantic dinner in Elia allows you to enjoy sumptuous cuisine in fine dining surroundings backed by the sight of the sun setting over the Aegean on the horizon. Elia is a truly charming region with its stunning beach and many restaurants ranging from casual takeaway eateries where you can picnic on the beach to full luxury and fine dining affairs with luscious multi-course meals and elegant surroundings.

A romantic meal here is an ideal way to sample the unique gastronomic traditions of Greece while being inspired by some of the world’s most stunning sunset views. Elia Beach also has a famous LGBTQ-friendly area that is also clothing-optional.