Mykonos Old Town Walking Tour: Little Venice & Windmills

Two hours, three landmarks, one guide who knows the backstreets

A 2-hour guided walking tour of Mykonos Old Town takes you through the island's main attractions (Little Venice, the Windmills, and the Church of Panagia Paraportiani) with hotel or port pickup and drop-off included. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian, and the total duration includes your transfer to and from your accommodation. Tour options pair the walk with lunch or a barbecue if you want to extend the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Church of Panagia Paraportiani10m
2. Mykonos Windmills10m
3. Little Venice15m

Explore Mykonos Old Town highlights

• Visit Church of Panagia Paraportiani
• See museum vase exhibition
• View iconic Mykonos Windmills
• Walk through Little Venice neighborhood

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel or cruise ship, then moves into Mykonos Old Town on foot. A local guide leads you to the Windmills, the iconic 16th-century structures that stand on a hill above the town and once ground grain for the island's economy. From there you walk to Little Venice, the waterfront neighbourhood where two-storey medieval houses sit right at the water's edge, their balconies almost touching the sea. The guide takes you through the streets most visitors miss, not just the main squares.

The Church of Panagia Paraportiani sits in the Kastro neighbourhood: its name means "Our Lady of the Side Gate" in Greek, a reference to its entrance in the side gate of the old fortified area. The walk covers the three main stops without rushing, and the pace suits all fitness levels. Because the transfer is included, the 2-hour duration covers both the walking and the ride to and from your accommodation, so the actual time on foot depends on traffic and where you're staying.

You choose which option suits your day: the walking tour alone, the walk paired with lunch, the walk with a barbecue, or a shared version if you want to travel with other visitors. If you're arriving by cruise ship, let the operator know your ship name, docking time and re-boarding time when you book, so the timing works around your departure. The guide is a local who speaks your language and knows which corners are worth the detour.

What’s included

• Hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
• local guide in English, Spanish or Italian.
• a Award commemorative item.
• taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 18:00Last departure this season: 30 Nov

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Is this one for you?Pick this if you're arriving by cruise ship or staying nearby: hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included, and departure times adjust to your ship's schedule. Choose the shared group walk to meet other travelers, or book private to add lunch or a barbecue stop.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What is Little Venice like when you get there?

Little Venice is a waterfront neighbourhood where colorful medieval houses sit right on the water's edge with balconies almost touching the sea. It's known for its bars, restaurants and views, and it's one of the three main stops on the tour.

How long is the actual walking, and is it steep?

The tour lasts 2 hours total, but that includes your hotel or port pickup and drop-off, so the walking time is less. The tour suits all fitness levels, and the guide navigates Mykonos Old Town on foot through both the main streets and the backstreets.

If I'm on a cruise ship, how do I make sure the timing works?

At booking, provide your ship name, docking time and re-boarding time. The operator plans the pickup and drop-off around your ship's schedule so you're back in time to re-board.

What do the Windmills look like, and why are they there?

The Mykonos Windmills are 16th-century structures that stand on a hill above the town. They were originally used to grind grain and were crucial to the island's economy. Today they're one of the island's most recognizable landmarks and a popular spot for photographs.

Can I add food to the walking tour?

Yes. You can book the walking tour alone, or pair it with lunch or a barbecue. The options are available at checkout, so you choose which one suits your day.