Kato Myloi
A row of whitewashed windmills on a hill above the town, among the most photographed structures on Mykonos and the classic postcard image most visitors already recognize before arriving. Built mostly in the 16th century to harness the island's strong, near-constant winds for grinding wheat, they stopped operating commercially decades ago, though their preserved exteriors remain the visual anchor of the town's skyline, especially viewed from the water or from Little Venice below.
Sunset is the busiest and most photographed time, with the windmills silhouetted against the sky and crowds gathering on the hill and in Little Venice's waterfront bars for the same view.
It's a brief stop for most people — a walk up, some photos, maybe a drink at a nearby bar — rather than a site requiring significant time.
Kato Myloi FAQs
Generally no, the interiors are not open to the public; they're viewed and photographed from outside.
To take advantage of Mykonos's strong, consistent winds for grinding wheat, mostly constructed in the 16th century; they're no longer in commercial operation.
Yes, it's the most popular and most photographed time, though also the most crowded, both at the windmills and at Little Venice below.
Yes, they overlook Little Venice and the harbor, an easy walk between the two.
Most visitors spend 15-30 minutes for photos and the view.
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