Walking Tour in Mykonos Town

Stroll the streets of Mykonos on this walking tour in Mykonos town, and experience the cosmopolitan vibe of the most fabulous island of the Aegean. Marvel at the natural beauty of the island, and stroll down streets filled with boutique stores and stylish bars. Learn about famous local figures, stroll through the island’s ‘Little Venice, and nibble tasty treats from a popular bakery. Venture off the beaten path as your guide shares local lore, and dig into the town’s ancient and cultural roots with a visit to the Archaeological and Folklore Museums in this walking tour in Mykonos town.

This walking tour in Mykonos town sweeps through the medieval town also known as the “chora”, being famous as a cosmopolitan island due to the lifestyle and a variety of visitors all around the world, Mykonos’ traditional way of life is dearly reflected within its city limits, inside which we offer an authentic walking tour throughout some often unappreciated sites by many of its visitors. We offer you an opportunity of a lifetime to experience first-hand the true beauty of the Mykonian town, by walking you through its history and re-living some of its past memories. The wonderful walk through the unknown alleys and the secret corners of Mykonos town through which our guide will accompany you and share his knowledge and stories, begins at 10:00 or 16:00 (depending on the time you have booked for), after you have been collected from your pick-up location (usually your hotel or the cruise-ship port), at the well-known location of the Archaeological museum and the Remezzo restaurant (where the entrance of the old town is), close to the old port, which is the starting point of the walking tour.

As you will be walking down the coastal paved road in  this walking tour in Mykonos town, you will pass Manto Square, where the famous monument of Manto Mavrogenous stands, a Greek heroine of the Greek War of Independence. Right after you will head down the famous Matogianni area, where you will find clothing and footwear shops of famous fashion brands and you will see attractions such as the 3 wells, the home of Manto Mavrogenous’ mother and the Maritime Museum. From there you will continue your walk, by passing the traditional “Gioras bakery”, an underground and old wooden stove, still operational until today where you will be treated a traditional bakery’s product and refreshment, before you head towards five in row windmills, which still stand proudly as a local attraction, after their operation was paused. Crossing the narrow winding paths, through the castle of the Chora and the Scarpa area where ‘Little Venice’ is located, which is famous for its picturesque medieval two storey houses (you will have 15 minutes free time here), you can admire the elaborate church of “Panagia Paraportiani”, one of the most famous architectural structures in Greece and get to see the Folklore Museum.

Finally for the end of the walking tour in Mykonos town, we head back to our starting point and pass by the famous Agios Nikolaos church at the old port. At the end you will be driven back to where you were picked-up if you decide to be taken back. With no doubt we would have managed to pass on some of our proud history and memories of our past and present to you.

Included:

✅  Hotel pick-up and drop-off (If pick up from your hotel is not possible you will be picked up from the closest pick up point)

✅  English speaking professional escort

Not Included:

❌  Professional Guide at the Archaeological Museum or the Folklore Museum

❌  Entrance fees to the Archaeological musuem or the Folklore museum

❌  Treat at Gioras Bakery

❌  Anything not indicated as included

❌  Personal expenses

⚠️ Important Notes

• The travel agency reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour due to adverse weather conditions or insufficient passengers number or force majeure 12 hours prior to departure time with a notification to the traveler.
• Please arrive on time to the given pick-up point. Unfortunately, there is no option to wait for latecomers. In case of delay, missed pick-up, missed departure time, no refunds.

Upon reservation, our partners will contact you in order to receive your Voucher which includes your pick-up point and time info. Please be aware that you will have to bring the Voucher with you during the trip.

For any further clarification, please feel free to contact us. 

Walking Tour in Mykonos Town