National park · Greece
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Visit Delos for a half‑day: take the 30‑min boat from Mykonos (≈€22) and pay €8 entry; go early (8:30‑11:00) in May–Oct to avoid crowds.Visit Delos for a half‑day: take the 30‑min boat from Mykonos (≈€22) and pay €8 entry; go early (8:30 AM‑11:00 AM) in May–Oct to avoid crowds.
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Area
1 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (1 km²)
approximate
Established
2025
Best months
Apr–May, Sep–Oct
UNESCO
World Heritage
Rules in force · 10Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
- Balkans ↗Serbia refuses onward entry to travellers who reached Kosovo from a third country and then try to cross straight into Serbia; route Kosovo–Serbia legs through North Macedonia or Montenegro, or start the loop in Serbia.
- Balkans ↗Hire cars need written permission from the rental company and valid insurance for every country on the line; Kosovo sells its own border insurance and some contracts exclude Albania, Kosovo or Bosnia outright.
- Greece ↗Greece is in the EU and the Schengen area: check entry rules, the EU Entry/Exit System and any travel authorisation requirement for your passport on official sources.
- Greece ↗Taking stones, pottery or other objects from archaeological sites is illegal; so is exporting antiquities without a permit.
- Greece ↗Do not photograph military sites or border zones; signs mark them.
- Greece ↗Acropolis tickets are sold for one-hour entry slots on the official Hellenic Heritage site (hhticket.gr); in peak season slots sell out days ahead, and you cannot enter outside your hour.
- Greece ↗Businesses must give a receipt (apodeixi) for every sale; ask for one, and do not accept a handwritten note in place of it.
At a glance
- Country
- Greece
- Area
- 1 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (1 km²)
- The island is about 0.8 km² (check).
- Established
- 2025
- Best months
- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Mykonos
Delos is a tiny, uninhabited Cycladic island that hosts a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological sanctuary; visitors can explore the open‑air museum and climb Mount Kynthos, but must arrive by boat, pay a modest fee, and cannot stay overnight.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- UNESCO World Heritage · 1990Archaeological sanctuary of Delos.
Size and age
1 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (1 km²) · national park since 2025
The island is about 0.8 km² (check).
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Mykonos.
Why go
- Walk the open‑air museum covering most of the island.
- Climb Mount Kynthos for a view of the Cyclades.
When to go
- JanCaution
- FebCaution
- MarGo
- AprBest
- MayBest
- JunGo
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepBest
- OctBest
- NovGo
- DecCaution
- JanCool, fewer boats.
- FebCool, fewer boats.
- MarMild, good for walking.
- AprWarm, low wind.
- MayWarm, low crowds.
- JunWarm, occasional wind.
- JulStrong Meltemi winds, boat cancellations.
- AugStrong winds, hot.
- SepWarm, calmer seas.
- OctMild, fewer tourists.
- NovCool, limited service.
- DecCold, limited boats.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SeabirdsMar–Sep · Common on the cliffs. | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Mykonos
Daily boat excursions (except Monday) from the west harbour, 30 min.
0.5 h
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From Tinos
Seasonal boat in summer, 30 min.
0.5 h
From Naxos
Summer boat, 30 min.
0.5 h
From Paros
Summer boat, 30 min.
0.5 h
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Harbour & entrance | Ticket booth, small gift shop, restaurant. | Open with ticket. |
| Archaeological sanctuary | Temples, Lion Terrace, museum, houses. | Open with ticket; self‑guided or with guide. |
| Mount Kynthos trail | Marked path to the hilltop. | Open, no guide required. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from Wikidata; approximate centre of the island.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boat from Mykonos | EUR 22 (≈ US$30) | person | 30‑min trip, departures 9‑11 AM. |
| Entrance ticket | EUR 8 (≈ US$10) | person | Free for students, €4 for over‑65. |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Site entry permit or guide
What would our group pay?
People
Nights or days
- €22≈ US$30
- €8≈ US$10
Tick the fees that apply to your trip to see a total.
A guide, not a quote: the ranges are estimates (checked 2026-09) and each fee may have rules on who pays it. Check with the park or your operator before you go.
Park rules
- Overnight stay
- Forbidden; only security staff reside on the island.
- Fires
- Not allowed; bring your own water.
- Litter
- Carry out all rubbish; bins are limited.
- Drones
- Not permitted without special permission (check).
Where to stay
Near the park
Mykonos town
Hotels, hostels, apartments; 30 min ferry ride.
Safety
Sun exposure medium
Strong wind medium
Uneven terrain low
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Main harbour area is flat and reachable by wheelchair with assistance.
- Mount Kynthos trail is steep and not suitable for limited mobility.
Visiting lightly
- Bring reusable water bottle; no fresh water on site.
- Buy souvenirs only at the official gift shop.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Delos?
Boat €22 per person plus €8 entrance fee (free for students, €4 for seniors).
What are the best hikes in Delos?
The marked trail to Mount Kynthos (1–1.5 h, moderate) and the self‑guided walk of the archaeological sanctuary (2–3 h, easy).
When is the best time to visit Delos?
May to October offers warm weather and fewer crowds; July‑August can have strong winds that cancel boats.
Can I stay overnight on Delos?
No. Overnight stays are prohibited; stay in Mykonos.
Are guided tours required?
Guides are optional for the main walk; a guided tour (including boat) costs €60.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Delos
- secondaryWikivoyage: Delos, revision 5314163 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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