What To Do In Mykonos—Greece. You can fly in to Mykonos but I recommend coming here by Ferry. The new Port is quite big and can handle multiple ferries simultaneously. There is a “sea-bus” service from the Ferry port to the Old Port which is right on the Mykonos town waterfront. The town is a vehicle-free zone. Mykonos is a party-town, be prepared for loud music and people talking loudly at night. Bottled water for drinking is recommended.
1. Mykonos Town
The waterfront is idyllic and has a small beach. There is a marina here as well from which you can take local cruises.
View of the town from the approach road, Mykonos
The pretty town of Mykonos bears the same name as the island.
Marble street in Mykonos
Narrow marble streets run through this small town in a maze.
Narrow marble streets lined with shops, Mykonos
Souvenir shops, restaurants, bars and hotels flank both sides of the narrow streets.
Pretty little street, Mykonos
There are some excellent places for dining, making a reservation is a good idea.
An al-fresco dining establishment, Mykonos
Theatre Lakkas is a small local open-air theatre in the town that has performances during the summer months and also movie nights.
Theatre Lakkas,an open-air theatre in Mykonos
The beautiful waterfront is lined with little shops, boutiques, art galleries, cafes, stylish bars and restaurants. The Old Port is located here and this is where the Sea-bus docks. Catch the Sea-bus to get to the New Port (ferry).
Waterfront of Mykonos
There is a small beach area and marina right at the waterfront in Mykonos.
Small beach and marina on the waterfront of Mykonos
2. Kato Mili Windmills
These 16th-century windmills stand imposingly on a small hill just across from “little Venice”. A favorite spot to watch the sunset, this place is crowded in the evenings.
The iconic Kato Mili Windmills of Mykonos
Formerly used for grinding grain, these windmills have now been converted into homes, storage facilities, and accommodations.
Close-up of the Kato Mili, Mykonos
A beautiful picture of Mykonos town with the windmills in the background taken from the Old Port.
The waterfront with the windmills as a backdrop, Mykonos
3. Little Venice
Alefkántra or “Little Venice” is an 18th century district just across from the windmills. It is dominated by grand mansions with colorful balconies and stylish windows perched over the sea,
Little Venice, Mykonos
Some of these houses have been converted to restaurants. The sunset makes for a very romantic dinner from here.
4. Church Of Our Lady Of The Side Gate
This 14th-century church consists of five separate churches which are joined.
PANAGIA PARAPORTIANI-Church of Our Lady of the side gate, Mykonos
5. The Old Port
Local cruises, the Sea-bus (water-taxi) departs/arrives here.
The Sea-bus jetty, Mykonos
The Sea-Bus is really comfortable and convenient to take. Book your tickets in advance so your departure is assured.
The Sea-bus, Mykonos
There also is a small marina here with colorful local fishing boats.
The Old Port marina, Mykonos
A small blue-domed post-Byzantine era Orthodox Church stands at the entrance of the Old-Port dock. Built in honor of Saint Nicholas, the protector of sailors and fishermen. There are benches around the church where you can relax and take in the breathtaking views.
St. Nicholas church, Old Port, Mykonos
This is Petros, the coral-pink pelican. He is the official town mascot that shuffles freely around town. Yes, you can take a picture with him.
We also came across this pretty donkey, Mariza.
The only donkey in town, Mykonos
Book your onward journey Ferry tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
You should also visit Santorini, Athens, Meteora Monasteries
