Religious site
Church of Panagia Paraportiani
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
The Church of Panagia Paraportiani, meaning 'Our Lady of the Side Gate,' is a cluster of five churches built over centuries, with four chapels at the base and a fifth atop them. Its dazzling white exterior and irregular, cubist-like form make it one of the most photographed religious sites in the Cyclades. Located in the Kastro neighborhood, it overlooks the sea. Visitors can admire the intricate stonework, step inside the main chapel, and appreciate the serene atmosphere amid the bustling town.
Don't miss
- Observe the unique architectural blend of four lower chapels supporting a fifth
- Step inside the main church to see the carved wooden iconostasis and icons
- Stroll the surrounding narrow streets for classic Mykonian white-and-blue views
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Church of Panagia Paraportiani
You can visit Church of Panagia Paraportiani on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
Cheapest way inFor Cruise Ships: Beach Escape and Free Time in Mykonos Town4.3★ · 242 travelers4-6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$28 per personSee dates →
Most bookedMykonos Shore Excursion with Pickup from Cruise Ship Terminal4.6★ · 867 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$58 per personSee dates →
Top ratedSmall-Group Half-Day Tour in Mykonos4.8★ · 743 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$127 per personSee dates →More attractions in Mykonos