Luxury brands and designer labels, jeweler’s boutiques, handmade accessories, art galleries, delicatessens, and a high-end open-air shopping space at Psarrou Beach, about 5 km from Mykonos town: when on the island, unleash your shopaholic instincts and indulge in the spectacular shopping experience it offers!
The center of most shopping activities is Matoyianni, a long, narrow, paved street in Chora, the town of Mykonos, where shops are almost connected to each other. They usually don’t open before noon, but they stay open until midnight. Some may close during the day when tourists are relaxing at the beach and reopen in the afternoon. The vibrant variety of shops is like a fascinating collage: legendary designers’ boutiques next to bakeries, local food product stores, and little whitewashed shops where old ladies sell handmade leather sandals and other souvenirs.
Beyond luxury clothing and accessories, Mykonos is also the perfect place to shop for unique art pieces and jewelry, as there are many art galleries that offer avant-garde collections by famous Greek and international artists. Most of these galleries have their headquarters in Athens or other cosmopolitan cities like London, Rome, and New York.
Regarding jewelry, Greece has a long tradition of goldsmithing, making it difficult to choose among the wide range of handmade collections — from modern designs to those inspired by mythology and ancient history. Jewelry shops are easy to find in Mykonos, with almost one on every corner of the main road, Matoyianni!
If you prefer shopping in the privacy of your villa or yacht, the merchants in Mykonos are experts at catering to their discerning clientele with discretion and style. You can also hire a private stylist to help you curate your wish list while exploring the best shops, posh boutiques, and art centers.
Before leaving the island, ensure you’ve added some souvenirs to your precious collection, found in shops across the island, plus a few delicacies to take home, like local cheeses, olives, cold cuts, and wines that will keep you company back home!
