The port of Mykonos is certainly one of the best known and popular in Greece. Characterized by white buildings with blue roofs and narrow streets, Mykonos is full of restaurants, cafes and shops. You will meet many cats all cuter than the others. The symbol of the city is certainly its windmills. The island is also known for its nightlife and beaches.
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Time difference
UTC: 2
from New York: +7h
from San Francisco: +9h
from London: +2h
Tips
5% to 10% will be appreciated in restaurants and taxis.
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Where is locate the Port de Mykonos
Cruise ships usually dock at the port of Tourlos. Some ships will anchor offshore and transport their passengers by shuttle to the dock near city hall in central Mykonos.Travelling around the port of Mykonos
directions_subwayFrom Tourlos, a shuttle is available to reach the center of Mykonos. A water taxi is also available directly on the dock. The street that goes to Mykonos is narrow and has no sidewalk.
Activities in Mykonos
Neighborhoods
Little Venice
This very nice neighborhood by the sea is full of restaurants. You may come across one of the pelicans who are the mascots of this neighborhood.
Landmarks
Venetian windmills
Windmills are the symbol of Mykonos. They were used to grind wheat and were owned by cooperatives and wealthy landowners.
Ano Mera - Panagia Tourliani Monastery
Located at 8 km of Chora, the monastery of Panagia Tourliani is located in the center of the Ano Mera village. In the monastery, Cretan icons, an Italian baroque altar screen, fine Byzantine wood carvings and a small museum of ecclesiastical objects are on display.
Paraportiani Church
This 15th century Cycladic Byzantine style church is the oldest in Mykonos and is located by the sea.
Delos
This island located west of Mykonos is home to a vast archaeological site that is part of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. According to Greek mythology, it is on this island that Apollo and his twin sister Artemis were born.
Museums
Mykonian Folklore Museum
Features furniture and artifacts from 19th-century middle-class families.
Archaeological Museum
This museum features funerary statues, pottery, clay figurines and jewelry mainly originating from the 2nd and 1st century B.C.
Aegean Maritime Museum
You will learn more about Greek maritime history and traditions and the evolution and activities of the merchant ship in the region of the Aegean Sea.
Beaches
Kalafatis Beach
Less crowded beach, ideal for water sports.
Elia Beach
The longest beach, popular with nude sunbathers.
Paradise Beach
Party beache
Super Paradise Beach
Party beache
Platis Gialos Beach
Ideal for couples and family.
Ornos beach
Kid friendly beach
Useful References
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