Megali Ammos

Hora (Mykonos)


The best beach within easy walking distance of the centre of town, Megali Ammos has a couple of upmarket resorts and an excellent taverna right on the golden sands. It's a 10-minute walk south from the windmills.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Hora (Mykonos) attractions

1. Windmills

0.42 MILES

Constructed in the 16th century by the Venetians for the milling of wheat, seven of Mykonos' iconic windmills are picturesquely situated on a small hill…

2. Aegean Maritime Museum

0.44 MILES

Amid the barnacle-encrusted amphorae, ye olde nautical maps and navigation instruments, there are numerous detailed models of famous sailing ships and…

3. Lena’s House

0.44 MILES

This traditional 19th-century Mykonian house (with furnishings intact) takes its name from its last occupant, Lena Skrivanou, who died in 1968.

4. Little Venice

0.48 MILES

Leaning right over the water, this picturesque cluster of arcaded Venetian houses hides numerous bars, boutiques and clubs.

5. Rarity Gallery

0.49 MILES

This excellent little gallery is well worth a peek for its temporary exhibitions that showcase contemporary paintings, sculpture and photography.

6. Panagia Paraportiani

0.56 MILES

Built between the 15th and 17th centuries, Mykonos’ most famous church comprises four small chapels – plus another on an upper storey reached by an…

7. Mykonos Folklore Museum

0.58 MILES

Housed in an 18th-century sea captain’s house, this moderately interesting museum features a large collection of furnishings and other artefacts,…

8. Agia Anna

0.67 MILES

This small golden-sand beach, right on a busy thoroughfare, is not one of Mykonos' finest but it is centrally located, popular with families and good for…

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