What it's like
Panagia Paraportiani is a whitewashed Byzantine church in the Kastro district of Mykonos Town. Its white walls and tiered forms make it the most photographed of the island's churches, and it stands among the old lanes that wind up from the harbor.
A visit is simple. Walk the Kastro lanes, take a photo from the outside, and step into the one chapel that is open to visitors, from early morning until sunset. The old town is walkable, so the church is easy to reach on foot.
Good to know
- Only one chapel is open to visitors, from early morning until sunset.
- Check which port your boat uses: most ferries use the new port, while highspeed catamarans use the old port in town.
Panagia Paraportiani
Panagia Paraportiani is a whitewashed Byzantine church in the Kastro district of Mykonos Town. It is the most photographed church on the island, with its white walls and stacked forms.
Tours that go here
Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.
Mykonos Town
Mykonos Town, called Chora locally, is the island's port town and capital. It is a whitewashed maze of tiny streets around the harbor, and wandering it is the main thing to do here.
Ano Mera
Ano Mera is the island's only inland village, built around a large square lined with tavernas. It is the place to see village life on Mykonos away from the beaches.
Delos
Delos is an archaeological island about 3.5 km southwest of Mykonos, reached by boat. Its ruins, temples and museum are one of the great ancient sites of the Aegean.
Little Venice
Little Venice is a waterfront district of old houses with colorful wooden balconies, on the western edge of Mykonos Town. People come for the walk down to it and a drink as the sun goes down.
The same kind of day, elsewhere
Old town and historic sights
