Paradise Beach

Paradise Beach is a long, organized sandy beach on the south coast of Mykonos, about 6 km from Mykonos Town, with Paraga to the west and Super Paradise to the east. It is best known for Paradise Beach Club, which is free to enter and hosts day parties from 4:00pm between April and October. Tropicana beach bar is also on the sand, and the Cavo Paradiso nightclub sits on the cliff above. Buses from Fabrika station in town take about 15 minutes. If you want the classic party-beach version of Mykonos, this is one of the first places to consider.

Paradise Beach at a glance

Why people come here

Paradise Beach has drawn crowds since the 1970s, and the resort behind the club says it was established in 1969. Its appeal is that it can be simple or high-energy. In the morning and early afternoon, people come for the sand, swimming, loungers, and social atmosphere. From mid-afternoon, the mood shifts toward DJs and dancing. Paradise Beach Club is the main draw, Tropicana runs its own daytime party on the same beach, and later at night the action moves up the hill to Cavo Paradiso.

For travelers comparing venues, our guide to the best beach clubs in Mykonos compares Paradise with Super Paradise, Paraga, Psarou, and the island’s other big beach scenes, including sunbed price ranges and minimum spends.

What to expect on the beach

In season, the beach is organized and busy. You’ll find sunbeds, umbrellas, beach bars, restaurants, mini markets, souvenir shops, and accommodation right behind the sand. The official Paradise Beach Club FAQ says sunbeds cannot be booked in advance and are offered on a first come, first served basis. You can reserve a table or VIP booth for the club’s daily events with a deposit, and re-entry is allowed all day.

Our beach-club research puts a pair of sunbeds at Paradise Beach Club at roughly €20–€60, with little or no minimum spend. Tropicana is estimated at €30–€60 a pair, with a drink minimum at busy times. These are estimated 2026 ranges, not published price lists, so check the price before you sit down. Greek beaches are free to use, so you can also lay your own towel on any open patch of sand.

The resort website lists slightly different event times (day events from 4:30pm and night events from 9:30pm) than the club FAQ. If a specific DJ or event matters to you, check the club’s booking calendar on the day.

How to get to Paradise Beach

Paradise is one of the easiest south-coast beaches to reach without a car. You can get there by bus, taxi, rental car, scooter, quad, water taxi, or private boat.

By bus from Mykonos Town

KTEL buses to Paradise leave from Fabrika station in Mykonos Town, and the ride takes about 15 minutes. Under the KTEL timetable valid from June 29, 2026, buses leave Fabrika at 07:15 and 09:15, then every 30 minutes from 10:15 to 02:15. Return buses leave Paradise at 07:30 and 09:30, then every 30 minutes from 10:30 to 02:30. Timetables change during the season, so check the current departures on our Mykonos bus schedule page or call KTEL Mykonos on +30 22890 26797. Tickets are sold by the driver and through KTEL’s online portal. Confirm the fare when you buy.

By taxi, car, scooter, or quad

The drive from Mykonos Town takes about 20 minutes, and a taxi costs around €15. Taxis are scarce in July and August, so pre-book the return if you plan to stay past the last bus. If you drive, free parking is available near Tropicana.

By water taxi or boat

From late spring to early autumn, the south-coast water taxi links Ornos, Platis Gialos, Paraga, Paradise, Super Paradise, Agrari, and Elia. An all-day pass costs €20. The club FAQ also mentions water taxis from the Old Port, and private yachts can dock at the club’s pier.

On foot to Super Paradise

Super Paradise, the island’s other famous party beach, is about a 20-minute walk over the hill east of Paradise. That makes it easy to see both beaches in one day using the Paradise bus.

If you are planning a beach-focused trip, see our full Mykonos beaches guide for all 21 beaches, grouped by party, quiet, and remote.

Who Paradise Beach suits best

This is the right beach for travelers who want music, people, organized facilities, and a social scene. It is less about seclusion and more about energy. Families, and anyone wanting a calm swim, will usually be happier at Ornos or Platis Gialos. For quiet, undeveloped sand, Agios Sostis and Fokos on the north coast are closer to what you’re after.

You can stay right on the beach at Paradise Beach Resort, which has sea-view rooms, bungalows, and apartments and houses the club. If you are deciding between a beach base and a room in town, read our guide on where to stay in Mykonos.

Local tip: Arrive in the morning if you want a better choice of sunbeds and an easier swim before the music ramps up around 4:00pm. If you are staying out late, remember the last bus back to Fabrika leaves at 02:30 on the summer timetable.

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