Published 18 March 2026. Last reviewed 10 April 2026
Agios Ioannis is a small beach with an outsized reputation, and the reason is the view. It sits on the southwest tip of Mykonos looking straight out across the water to the sacred island of Delos, which means it catches one of the finest sunsets on the island. The cove was the setting for the film Shirley Valentine, and it has been drawing people for the evening light ever since.
By day it is a calm, pretty and surprisingly quiet little beach. The water is clear and sheltered, the sand is fine, and the cove is split into a couple of pockets so it never feels like a vast organised stretch. It is a lovely place for a relaxed morning swim before the crowd arrives for the headline event.
That event is sunset, and the focal point is Hippie Fish, the beach restaurant and bar that runs the loungers on the sand and serves dinner as the sun drops behind Delos. Tables for the sunset hour are in high demand, so this is a beach to plan around rather than to stumble into late.
Who it suits: couples after a romantic sunset and dinner, photographers chasing the Delos light, and anyone who values a memorable evening over a big beach by day.
Who should skip it: families wanting a long sandy beach with room to spread out should choose Ornos or Platis Gialos nearby, and party seekers should head to the south coast clubs.
Beach clubs near Agios Ioannis Beach
Agios Ioannis is a sunset and dining beach, and its anchor is Hippie Fish, a beach restaurant and bar with loungers on the sand and a famous view across to Delos. It is a place for a long evening rather than a daybed party club, so for that scene the south coast beaches are the move. For the current island lineup and to send an enquiry, use our Mykonos beach club directory.
Agios Ioannis Beach, Mykonos
Agios Ioannis sits on the southwest coast a short drive from Mykonos town, with parking near the beach and a seasonal bus. The road in is straightforward, and many visitors come specifically for the late afternoon and evening, so traffic and parking are busiest around sunset rather than midday.
- Time your visit for the late afternoon to catch the sunset over Delos.
- Reserve a sunset table at Hippie Fish in advance during high season.
- Come by day first if you want a calm swim before the evening crowd.
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Agios Ioannis Beach questions
Is Agios Ioannis the best sunset beach in Mykonos?
It is one of the very best. Facing west toward the island of Delos, Agios Ioannis catches a long golden sunset, which is why people plan their evening around dinner and drinks on the sand here.
What is Hippie Fish at Agios Ioannis?
Hippie Fish is the beach restaurant and bar that runs the loungers on the sand at Agios Ioannis. It is known for seafood, a relaxed setting and a celebrated view across to Delos at sunset, and booking ahead for the evening is wise.
Was Shirley Valentine filmed at Agios Ioannis?
Yes. The 1989 film Shirley Valentine was filmed at Agios Ioannis, and the cove has drawn visitors for its scenery and sunset ever since, which adds to its romantic reputation.
Is Agios Ioannis Beach good for swimming?
It is good. The southwest cove is calm and clear with an easy entry, comfortable for most swimmers, although the beach is small so it can feel tight once the sunset crowd arrives.
How do you get to Agios Ioannis Beach?
It is a short drive southwest of Mykonos town with parking near the beach and a seasonal bus. The area is busiest around sunset, so allow extra time for parking if you are coming for the evening.