Should I go to both Mykonos and Santorini?

Santorini, if there is any way you can visit both, I would highly recommend doing that. These two islands are similar yet unique, each offering a slightly different vibe and experience. You could fit both islands on the shortest of itineraries. The ferry between Mykonos and Santorini is just two to three hours.



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The order doesn't really matter, both islands are great, but Oia village, Santorini is my favorite... Mykonos is better to be your first vacation and then Santorini. Mykonos has better beaches than Santorini (try Psarou and Elia beaches). Also, the nightlife is far better in Mykonos.

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Boasting stunning views of the Aegean Sea, iconic architecture, and plenty of sunshine, Santorini and Mykonos are both world-famous vacation spots. Located within the Cyclades, each island has its own distinct features and depending on your time, interests, and budget, you might prefer one over the other.

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Santorini has more tours, sightseeing, and activities: excavation sites to explore, day trips to traditional villages around the island, winery tours, and boat tours around the volcano. Mykonos has some fine scenery, beautiful walks, and picturesque windmills – but in general, Santorini has more to see and do.

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The scenery, views, sunsets, and natural beauty of Santorini are unrivaled by Mykonos or any other Greek island. Mykonos is not without its beautiful spots but for scenes that are truly jaw-dropping, Santorini wins hands-down. Santorini is more romantic and much better suited to a honeymoon or couples vacation.

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Mykonos is an island of wild parties, cosmopolitan beaches, and picturesque villages. The second most popular tourist destination in Greece is often called the Ibiza of Greece. In brief, we recommend staying 3 to 5 days in order to visit as many places as possible.

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While they are the most popular islands in Greece, they are also the most expensive to visit out of all Greek islands combined, which is why locals tend to avoid them. However, there is a slight cost difference between the two, and as it turns out, here is the winner: Mykonos is the more affordable island to visit.

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Is Mykonos hotter than Santorini? Despite being much further south, Crete has similar daytime temperatures, with slightly more hours of sunlight in the day. Figures for other popular islands such as Mykonos and Santorini are pretty much the same.

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Santorini is the top tourist destination in Greece and is world-famous for its unique natural beauty. The caldera with the white villages on top, the sunken volcano, and the charming sunset make it a popular place for vacation. In brief, we recommend staying 3 to 5 days in order to visit as many places as possible.

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Everybody knows of Mykonos as an island with reputation of one of the Europe's top summer destinations. What you normally see in the travel guides are pictures of famous windmills, the Little Venice, and popular beaches. Definitely, Mykonos town (Chora) is beautiful, and really worth the visit.

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Mostly famous for its bustling party scene, nightlife, and LGBTQ+ welcoming ambiance, Mykonos is a must-visit Greek island.

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Ferries serving day trips from Santorini to Mykonos are available up to 6 times daily during the summer. The Santorini to Mykonos ferry departs from the port of Athinios in Santorini and arrives at the new port of Mykonos in Tourlos. The ferry from Santorini to Mykonos takes about 2-3.5 hours.

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Even with just 1 day in Santorini, you'll be able to see the famous cliffside villages, taste some Greek dishes, and either hike or visit a beach. Spending 2 days in Santorini allows enough time to do a quick tour around the island, sightsee in a couple of villages, and spend an afternoon on the beach or on a boat.

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The Kardashians stayed at Celestia Grand, south of Fira. They also did a boat tour of Santorini beaches and the volcano and went to Mykonos.

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The ferry crossing from Mykonos to Santorini is approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Mykonos to Santorini ferry duration can range between 1 hour 55 minutes and 2 hours 55 minutes depending on the operator you are sailing with.

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The distance between Mykonos and Santorini is around 147 km (91 miles).

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The best time to visit Santorini is from September to October and April to May when the weather is warm and the crowds are scarce.

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The very successful movie of Hollywood and Universal Studios with the wonderful songs of ABBA and amazing actors , Mamma Mia was filmed in Greece in Skopelos , Skiathos and Damouhari Pelion . Many visitors to our island , request information about the locations where the movie MAMMA MIA was filmed.

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The swimming in Santorini is unique and beautiful. The water is crystal clear, while the geological formations are quite different from other areas of the world due to coming from a volcano.

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The most affordable Greek Islands to visit include Crete, Andros, Tinos, Corfu and Naxos. These cheap Greek Islands don't get nearly as many visitors as others, making everything from transportation to food and accommodations more affordable. And often, they're not even very far from the more popular islands.

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Pros of getting from Mykonos to Santorini by ferry: Ferries are the fastest and cheapest way to travel from Mykonos to Santorini, especially when no direct flights are available.

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How much money will you need for your trip to Mykonos? You should plan to spend around €149 ($157) per day on your vacation in Mykonos, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, €48 ($50) on meals for one day and €24 ($25) on local transportation.

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