Little Venice village in Mykonos

At a glance: A small waterfront district on the western edge of Mykonos Town, right beside the windmills and the Kastro. Not a separate village, but the single most photographed corner of the capital, with 18th century houses built with their foundations directly in the sea. Best suited to travellers who want the island’s most … Read more

Ano Mera village in Mykonos

At a glance: Central Mykonos, around 8 kilometres from Mykonos Town. The island’s second largest settlement, yet one of its least visited, built around a pedestrianised square and a 16th century monastery. Best suited to travellers who want a genuine, unhurried side of Mykonos, away from the beach clubs and nightlife of the coast. Is … Read more

Chora Mykonos Town

At a glance: West coast of Mykonos, the island’s capital, built around an old fishing harbour. Around 4 kilometres from the airport and 3 kilometres from the new port at Tourlos. A dazzling maze of whitewashed lanes, bougainvillea and windmills, and the busiest, most central base on the island. Best suited to travellers who want … Read more