Mykonos is much more than just a destination for sun, sea, and fun.
Delve deeper into the island’s rich cultural heritage by visiting its world-class museums.
Many of these fascinating attractions are located in or near the town of Mykonos, making them easily accessible to visitors.
And for those who want to explore even further, the island’s most significant Ancient Greek site is just a short boat ride away.
Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the history, art, and culture of Mykonos, a journey that promises to be both enlightening and enriching.
Archeological Museum of Mykonos
The Museum exhibits items from excavations on the island ranging from the prehistoric to the late Hellenistic period.
Such as small statues, ceramic vases, pottery, and jewelry.
You will find it alongside the harbor.
Lena’s House
Part of the folklore museum of Mykonos is the former residence of Lena Skrivanous.
A 19th-century original middle-class house located at Tria Pigadia in the town of Mykonos.
A residence full of antique furniture, old mirrors, painted plates, excellent prints, and tapestries.
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Folklore Museum
The museum is located in the Kastro neighborhood.
In a two-floor captain’s house. And on display, there is a wealth of Mykonian artifacts.
Including vintage furniture, Byzantine icons, ceramic works…
Old tools, traditional musical instruments, historical photographs, embroidered works…
A collection of paintings, and canons used in the 1821 Independence War.
Agricultural Museum
An outdoor museum is located in Ano Myloi which presents the traditional agricultural installation used for the production and processing of farm products.
Its outstanding exhibit is the windmill or ‘Bonis Windmill’ which is surrounded by agricultural facilities.
This windmill is the only one that gives you the opportunity to visit its interiors.
Every year on the second Sunday of September a festivity takes place at this location and it is the feast of the grape harvest.
Aegean Maritime Museum
This museum is housed in a 19th-century mansion in Chora (main town).
It covers the nautical history of the island.
And exhibits old nautical instruments, tools, maps, ship models from the Minoan period until the 20th century, historic shipping documents, engravings, and rare coins.
The most interesting exhibit is at the back garden the original strobe mechanism of the Armenistis’ lighthouse which dates to 1890.
The Island of Delos & The Museum of Delos!
Delos is an exceptionally rich and extensive archaeological site.
An island full of artifacts that you are free to wander about and let your mind travel freely to its glorious past.
And it is part of Unesco’s World Heritage Monuments.
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