Greece's party islands: Mykonos, Ios and more
Mykonos beach clubs, young Ios and the party resorts of Rhodes, Corfu, Zakynthos and Crete: what suits you, when to go and what it costs.
- Mykonos is the famous, expensive party island; Ios is younger and cheaper.
- Peak season is July–August; most venues close by early October.
- Kosher food exists in summer on Mykonos; most other party resorts have none.
If you're flying for the parties, aim for July–August, book ahead and set a budget. On a tighter budget, Ios beats Mykonos.
What is the best party island in Greece?
For the big, glamorous party scene, Mykonos is the place: beach clubs, international DJs and parties that run until morning. For a younger crowd on a smaller budget, Ios is the classic choice. After them come the party resorts of Kavos on Corfu, Faliraki on Rhodes, Laganas on Zakynthos and Malia on Crete.
Table: Greece's party islands
| Place | Vibe | Main crowd | Peak season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mykonos | upscale beach clubs, international DJs | mixed, big budgets | June–August, closing parties in September |
| Ios | bars in Chora, parties on Mylopotas beach | roughly 18–28 | late June–August |
| Kavos, Corfu | strip of bars and clubs | mostly young Brits | July–August |
| Faliraki, Rhodes | bars and clubs by the beach | roughly 18–30 | July–August |
| Laganas, Zakynthos | bar and club strip | young crowd | July–August |
| Malia, Crete | party strip | mostly young Brits | July–August |
According to Greek Trip Planner. Clubs open and close by season; check before you go.
Mykonos: beach clubs and parties
Mykonos parties centre on Paradise and Super Paradise beaches, Platis Gialos, the Cavo Paradiso club and the Old Town lanes. A day at a beach club can cost roughly €100 to €300 per person, including a sunbed, food and drinks. In 2026 the island hosted the XLSIOR festival in late August. More on the island at Mykonos, and on getting there in the ferry from Athens to Mykonos.
Ios: the young crowd's island
On Ios, nightlife centres on Chora, the main village, and Mylopotas beach. The crowd is young, roughly 18 to 28, and a night out costs about €40 to €70. Most venues close by early October, so out of season the island is very quiet.
Rhodes, Corfu, Zakynthos and Crete
- Faliraki, Rhodes: a resort with bars and clubs. Rhodes Old Town, about 15 km away, has another bar street. See flights from Israel to Rhodes.
- Kavos, Corfu: a party resort in the south of the island, mostly for young Brits.
- Laganas, Zakynthos: a bar strip next to the turtle nesting beaches. Respect the beach at night.
- Malia, Crete: a long party strip, mostly for a young British crowd.
Kosher on the party islands
In summer, Mykonos has a Chabad house and kosher food through KosherMykonos. Rhodes has Chabad activity near the Jewish Quarter; see Chabad in Rhodes. On Ios and in Kavos, Laganas and Malia we found no local kosher food, so bring supplies from home. The full list is in Chabad houses in Greece.
Safety tips
- Alcohol: drink water between drinks, watch your drink and never leave a glass unattended.
- Sun and heat: midday beach parties after a long night are a recipe for dehydration.
- Transport: don't drive or ride a quad after drinking. Use taxis or buses.
- Wind and ferries: on meltemi days ferries are sometimes cancelled; leave a spare day before your flight.
More in is Greece safe for Israelis and direct flights from Israel to the islands.
FAQ
What is the most famous party island in Greece? Mykonos, with its beach clubs at Paradise and Super Paradise. Ios is the younger, cheaper alternative.
When is party season on the islands? Mainly July and August. On Mykonos the season starts in June, with closing parties in September; on Ios most venues close by early October.
How much does a beach-club day on Mykonos cost? Roughly €100 to €300 per person, depending on the club and what you order.
Is there kosher food on the party islands? On Mykonos in summer, through Chabad and KosherMykonos. In most other party resorts there isn't.
