10 things within 20 minutes of the ship in Mykonos

For short stops, hot days and anyone who'd rather not watch the clock. Times are from the New Port.

Beaches & parks

A sheltered sandy bay south of town with tavernas and calm water, reached by bus or a short taxi ride.

⏱ 1 h 30 visit🚶 15 min by bus or taxi from the New Port

Sights

A lighthouse on the north-west headland with wide sea views, especially at sunset. Reached by taxi or scooter.

⏱ 30 min visit🚶 15 min by taxi from the New Port

Sights

A bright white cluster of five chapels joined into one sculptural building at the edge of the old Kastro quarter.

⏱ 15 min visit🚶 18 min by taxi or public transport from the New Port

Sights

A traditional house near Paraportiani showing island life, furniture and crafts. Seasonal opening; check locally.

⏱ 30 min visit🚶 18 min by taxi or public transport from the New Port

Food & drink

The heart of Mykonos Town: white lanes with shops, cafés and tavernas running back from the harbour, best explored without a plan.

⏱ 1 h 00 visit🚶 19 min by taxi or public transport from the New Port

Sights

A row of old captains' houses built right over the water, with balconies above the waves and bars facing the sunset.

⏱ 30 min visit🚶 19 min by taxi or public transport from the New Port

Sights

The line of whitewashed windmills on the low ridge above Little Venice, the island's best-known view.

⏱ 20 min visit🚶 19 min by taxi or public transport from the New Port

Sights

A family-run museum of ship models, maps and sea-faring objects in an old town house. Opening is seasonal; check locally.

⏱ 45 min visit🚶 19 min by taxi or public transport from the New Port

Beaches & parks

A long organised sandy beach on the south coast with sunbeds and water taxis along the coast.

⏱ 1 h 30 visit🚶 20 min by bus or taxi from the New Port

Sights

A whitewashed monastery with a carved marble bell tower in the inland village of Ano Mera, whose square has tavernas.

⏱ 30 min visit🚶 20 min by bus or taxi from the New Port