It dropped us off at the Old Port, by a beach. From there it was a short walk along a waterfront path to Mykonos town, 5-10 minutes.
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The cruise ship if docked is about 3km away from the town center. Some people do walk it but it is not recommended as some areas have no real walking pavements and you would be walking on the main road with cars whizzing by.
If you want to walk it is 3.5 kilometer and takes about half an hour. Once there you can't miss the windmills - no need to pay for an excursion. Helpful?
Cruise travelers docking at the New Port will find a couple of beaches within walking distance and also a few close to Chora, the old city and main town in Mykonos. If anchoring, the beaches close to Chora are the most convenient.
Fees for a Taxi from Mykonos PortArriving at the port of Mykonos, the travel cost with a Mykonos port taxi to the city centre will be around 29€ during the day and 35€ at night. Although taxis should always be available at the port, it is advised to book your taxi in advance.
In brief, you can use the Uber app in Mykonos. However, you cannot access the traditional UberX and must utilize Uber Taxi, Uber Comfort, Uber Van, and Uber Boat. Still, this provides an additional way to get around the island, as you won't find Uber on other Cycladic islands like Paros and Naxos.
Taxi fares start at a base rate, with an additional charge per kilometer. During the high season, demand can drive prices up. In general, short rides within Mykonos Town may cost around 10 Euros, but longer rides, particularly to more remote parts of the island, can cost upwards of 20-30 Euros.
GET AROUND MYKONOSIf you don't plan venture beyond Mykonos Town, it's easy enough to explore on foot. Everything is walkable from the Old Port to the Kato Milli Windmills. For visitors with more time on Mykonos that want to explore the island, scooters, ATVs and even cars are available to rent in town.
If you mean the port where the cruise ships dock it is too far to walk to the old town. However a bus runs from the port into the old town plus you can get on the little ferry that takes you to the old town beach and it costs around 2 euro and is very frequent. Helpful?
While it would be ideal to have more time to explore Mykonos, a one-day itinerary can still allow you to appreciate the island's highlights and get a taste of its beauty and culture.
The best way to get around Mykonos is the bus – the island has a system that connects many towns and attractions. Motor vehicles are banned in Chora, so everyone gets around on foot.
Using the bus system in Mykonos offers a cost-effective way to explore the island. With an extensive network of routes covering major attractions and destinations, buses provide reliable and affordable transportation.
Little Venice is a charming part of Mykonos. The water lapping up on the building is reminiscent of Venice. The narrow alleys contain many shops and boutiques and cafes, many of which are overpriced. But it is a nice area to stroll around in.
The merchants, captains, and sailors that kept bringing influences from the lovely Italian city of Venice as they stopped at Mykonos for supply replenishment started giving this Mykonos district a more Venetian feel to it with each passing day. That's how Alefkandra was abandoned, and Little Venice was adopted instead.