The Little Venice Mykonos and the Captains of the Aegean

Little Venice Mykonos, also known as Alefkandra, is a famous 18th-century neighborhood. It was built directly on the water’s edge by wealthy sea captains and merchants. These sailors constructed their homes with direct access to the sea for fast trading. Today, this legendary district remains a masterpiece of Cycladic architecture with colorful Venetian influences. These houses are often called “kapitaneika (=captains’ houses)” to honor the rich naval past of the island.

Walking the paths of the historic captains of the Aegean Sea

The area features beautiful buildings with iconic wooden balconies. Furthermore, the famous windmills stand on the hill right above this historic district. These mills were originally constructed by the Venetians in the 16th century to grind flour. Additionally, the neighborhood stretches from the pebble beach to the ruins of an old Venetian castle. Historically, the houses were used by elites who wanted to bring Italian glamour to Greece.

Fascinating legends also surround the waters of Little Venice Mykonos. Just across the bay, you can see the small island of Baos. This island was a stronghold for the brave pirate George Baos. He fought heroically against the Turks during the revolution of 1770. Also, Greek mythology says the large rocks around the island are fossilized giants. Hercules killed these invincible giants during the Great Battle of the Gods.

Watching the sunset at Little Venice Mykonos from the best seat in the house

However, the narrow alleys become extremely crowded during the famous sunset. Thousands of visitors fill the bars and restaurants every single evening. Consequently, it can be difficult to feel the true peace of this magical place. Therefore, many smart travelers choose to escape the busy land for a while. Viewing the historic houses from the sea offers a much more authentic perspective.

The best way to enjoy this history is onboard a private vessel. Therefore, we offer an exclusive private sunset cruise with Don Blue Yachting. You can admire Little Venice Mykonos while the waves crash against the colorful balconies. Our professional crew will also share more secrets about the island’s rich naval past. This VIP experience allows you to witness the beauty in total silence. Additionally, you will create memories that last forever in the most private way.

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Mykonos from the deck: Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the real difference of watching the Little Venice sunset from a boat?

It turns a chaotic, crowded moment into a perfectly peaceful, premium experience. If you try to watch the sunset from the shore, you’ll be fighting for a square inch of space alongside thousands of tourists, completely losing the romantic vibe of the place. From the deck of our boat, you have a completely unobstructed, front-row view of the famous colorful balconies and the windmills. We drop anchor just far enough to escape the noise of the beach bars, letting you sip a drink and watch the sun drop into the sea in total privacy.

Can the boat drop us off directly at Little Venice for a night out?

The water right in front of the houses is unpredictable and the waves crash straight onto the rocks, so no boat can safely tie up directly on those walls. Instead, we do a super smooth drop-off at the nearby protected marina or the old port waterfront. Our captains handle the whole entry process flawlessly, meaning you step off the deck and into the heart of the Chora within minutes. You get to arrive in style like a true insider, completely bypassing the messy traffic and taxi lines outside the town.

Can you drop us off right in front of Little Venice for a night out?

Not directly on those old sea walls, because the waves crash straight into the stone, but we can get you incredibly close. No boat can safely tie up right under the balconies without getting banged around. Instead, we do a super smooth drop-off at the old port waterfront or the sheltered marina right next door. Our captains handle it perfectly, so you just step off the deck and you’re inside the historic alleys in less than two minutes. It’s the ultimate way to arrive for dinner—no fighting for parking, no waiting for buses, and zero taxi drama.

Does it get too bumpy when you cruise near that side of the island?

The western coast of Mykonos can definitely get breezy, but we know exactly how to keep the ride smooth. When the summer Meltemi winds kick in, the waves hitting the waterfront look pretty wild from the shore. But there’s no need to worry about getting tossed around. We check the wind patterns carefully before we even leave the dock. If the open sea looks a bit choppy, our captains simply tweak the route to cruise behind the island’s natural wind-shadows, bringing you into the bay comfortably without anyone losing their drink.