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Little Venice

Colourful 18th-century captains' houses with balconies hanging right over the waves.

Tickets & tours Open in Google Maps
Time needed
1–2 hours
Entry
Free
Best time
Sunset
Area
Chora

Colourful houses with balconies built right over the sea.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Little Venice, Chora, Mykonos 846 00

  • On foot: In Chora, about 10 minutes from the old port.
  • Restaurants: Waterfront tables fill up before sunset; book ahead in summer.
  • Waves: On windy days, waves splash onto the terraces.

The story of Little Venice

Little Venice is a row of old houses built in the 18th century by wealthy merchants and sea captains, with colourful wooden balconies hanging directly over the sea, like the palaces of Venice.

Today many are cafés and restaurants, and at sunset the waterfront fills with visitors watching the sun go down behind the windmills.

Best time to visit

Best season

May to October.

Best time of day

Sunset.

Summer

Book a sunset table early.

Tips before you go

  • Book a waterfront table for sunset.
  • Find a table by the water before sunset.
  • Walk through Chora's white lanes afterwards.

Best hotels near Little Venice

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Cavo Tagoo

Cliffside hotel with a famous pool near Chora.

See prices

Bill & Coo

Boutique hotel with sunset views.

See prices
All hotels near Little Venice

What's around Little Venice

  • Kato Mili windmills5 minutes away.
  • Paraportiani ChurchNearby.
  • Matoyianni StreetMain shopping lane.
  • Aegean Maritime MuseumIsland seafaring history.

Questions travellers ask

Why is it called Little Venice?

Its houses stand over the water, like in Venice.

Is it good at sunset?

Yes, it is the island's classic sunset spot.

Do I need to book?

For waterfront tables in summer, yes.

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