Mykonos with kids: beaches, where to stay and family tips (2026)
Mykonos is not only about parties. These are the shallow beaches, areas to stay and activities that suit families, plus where to find kosher food in summer.
- Family beaches: Platys Gialos, Agios Stefanos, Kalo Livadi and Agia Anna.
- Stay near a family beach and away from the Paradise and Paraga area.
- In summer Chabad of Mykonos is open, and kosher food delivery is available.
If you are planning Mykonos with children, choose the beach first and the hotel second. June and September are the best value and weather, and booking early matters because hotels fill up.
Is Mykonos good for families with children?
Yes, if you choose the right beach and the right area to stay. Mykonos is known as a party island, but its south and west coasts have shallow, organised and relatively calm beaches that suit young children. The simple rule: stay near a family beach, not near the beach clubs.
The best beaches for kids in Mykonos
| Beach | Why it suits children | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Platys Gialos | shallow water, many hotels and restaurants, mild winds | crowded in season |
| Agios Stefanos | shallow, fine sand, sheltered, closest to town | can be busy |
| Kalo Livadi | long, shallow, fine sand | lively, but not a party beach |
| Agia Anna | shallow and organised | small, arrive early |
| Agios Ioannis | fine sand, watersports, snorkelling by the rocks | busy |
| Kalafatis | quiet, long, clear water | more pebbles, bring water shoes |
Details according to Kids Love Greece. Ornos and Psarou are popular, but the same source says they suit teenagers better: loud music and bars.
What to do in Mykonos with kids
- Mykonos Town (Chora): the white alleys, the windmills and Little Venice. Best in the morning or before sunset, when it is cooler.
- Boat to Delos: the archaeological island next door. Older children love it; for little ones bring a hat, water and patience, as there is no shade.
- Family sailing to Rhenia: an uninhabited island near Delos with clear water for swimming and snorkelling, reached only by boat.
- Watersports: equipment hire at Agios Ioannis, Agios Stefanos and Kalafatis.
Where to stay in Mykonos with kids
A hotel or apartment near Platys Gialos, Agios Stefanos or Kalo Livadi gives you a family beach within walking distance and quieter nights. Avoid the Paradise and Paraga area at the height of summer, where most of the parties are. Hotels fill up early, so book in winter.
Kosher food and Shabbat in Mykonos
In summer, Chabad of Mykonos (chabad-mykonos.com) operates in the Old Town, with Shabbat and holiday meals to go and kosher fast food. KosherMykonos, a private business, supplies kosher products and meal deliveries. Full details in our Chabad in Greece guide and on Shabbat times & kosher in Greece.
When to go with children
June and September are the easiest months: the sea is already warm, with fewer crowds and lower prices than July–August. Mykonos can get strong winds (the meltemi); on those days choose sheltered beaches such as Agios Stefanos. See also Greece with kids month by month and how expensive is Mykonos.
Getting there
In summer there are direct flights from Israel to Mykonos, or you can fly to Athens and continue by ferry. See Greek islands with direct flights from Israel and the ferry from Athens to Mykonos. More on the island: Mykonos.
FAQ
Is Mykonos suitable for young children? Yes, if you stay near a shallow family beach such as Platys Gialos or Agios Stefanos and keep away from the beach-club areas.
Which Mykonos beach is best for toddlers? According to Kids Love Greece, Platys Gialos and Agios Stefanos are shallow, with fine sand and some shelter from the wind.
Is there kosher food in Mykonos? Yes, in summer. Chabad of Mykonos runs in season, and KosherMykonos delivers. Check opening times before you arrive.
What is the best month for Mykonos with kids? June and September: a warm sea, fewer crowds and lower prices than midsummer.
