Want to take the ferry from Paros to Antiparos?

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Matthew and I spent 5 days in Paros. As we were searching for things to do, we realized we could hop on a quick ferry to another island nearby called Antiparos. Matthew and I got on our scooter to the port and we rode the ferry from Paros to Antiparos.

Antiparos is only a 7-minute ferry ride (yes, maybe even less to be honest) from Paros. The island is beautiful, small and the perfect place for a day trip or weekend getaway.

There’s a famous cave that’s 500 meters deep, beautiful beaches near town to relax and the locals love to share about how Tom Hanks has a summer house in Antiparos!

But how to get there exactly?

It’s hard to find information on how to get from Paros to Antiparos. So here’s our detailed guide helping you get from Paros to Antiparos, exactly which port to depart from, the ferry timetable, ticket prices and cool things to do in Antiparos.

Best Way To Get From Paros To Antiparos By Ferry

Here’s the quick information on how to catch the ferry from Paros to Antiparos.

Ferries in Greece are the best way to travel around popular islands like Santorini or Crete and smaller islands like Paros, Antiparos and Hydra.

The island isn’t as developed yet and we recommend visiting Antiparos for a day trip or weekend getaway. After visiting all the major sites, all there is left to do is chill on the beach.

We loved staying in Paros and hopping over instead!

Where Is Antiparos Located?

Antiparos is an island located only about 9 kilometers from Paros.

This has become a popular day trip because it’s so close for tourists to venture out. While there’s plenty to do in Paros, seeing another Greek island is always a good idea right?!

How Long Is The Ferry From Paros To Antiparos?

The ferry from Paros to Antiparos takes only about 7 minutes. It’s short and sweet!

When you arrive at the port, you can actually see the island of Antiparos. We were so excited to get on and wished it was a little longer 😋.

There are plenty of seats at the top of the ferry. We opted to head up here for the views since it’s only a few minutes in the sun! The bottom section have the scooters and cars with some shaded seats.

During the summer season, there’s more people traveling from Paros to Antiparos. This means that there might be a long line to catch the ferry especially if you want to take your car with you.

The ferries run frequently though. In most cases, it’s pretty quick and eventually you’ll get on your way to Antiparos!

Matthew and I took the ferry in October and there were barely any other people on the ferry with us! I think it’s one of the best times to visit Greece, to be honest.

Where To Catch The Ferry From Paros To Antiparos?

The best port to depart from is called Port of Pounda.

If you are staying in the popular town of Naoussa like us, it’s a 30 minute drive down to the port.

Once you look at the map, you can see exactly why! The ferry basically goes in a straight line from Pounda to Antiparos.

The town of Pounta isn’t very big and it’s easy enough to arrive by car or by motorbike like us. Drive all the way to the end of the port where you can board the ferry.

Another ferry port option is Parikia. This is the main port of Paros but it takes longer and it’s runs less frequently than the Pounda ferry.

The Pounda port is the best, fastest port to get you there in literally 7 minutes!

Paros to Antiparos Ferry Timetable

The ferry departs from Pounda Port to Antiparos approximately every 20-30 minutes from 6:45am until 1:30am.

The ferry Paros Antiparos runs daily Monday – Sunday, so long as the wind and weather allow it.

During peak season (summer months), you can expect to have a more frequent timetable and during low season, it becomes way less. If you’re traveling to Antiparos from October to April – make sure to double-check the schedule first.

The ferry schedule from Parikia to Antiparos is very infrequent. The ferry from Parikia to Antiparos starts at 10:05am till 6:30pm. There’s no rhythm or rhyme as to when it runs (hourly vs. half-hourly). You can check the Parikia to Paros timetable here for the exact timings.

If you want the exact timetable for the week (it changes week to week), this website has the latest timetable.

Ferry Tickets And Prices

What does a 7-minute ferry from Paros to Antiparos cost? Only €1.50 per adult, one-way!

Where To Buy Ferry Tickets

When traveling by ferry around Greece, we personally like to compare between 2 websites: Ferryhopper and Greek Ferries and purchase them in advance.

However, for the Paros to Antiparos ferry – You can’t book online or in advance! You can only buy it on the day at a tiny stand or just from a man who’s collecting it.

Type	Price
Adult	€1.50
Scooter/Quad	€2.00
Small Car	€7.30

I believe they only offer one-way tickets and it’s the same price. Most times, you will pay as you board the ferry. There isn’t really a kiosk with a cashier waiting for you. State how many tickets you want and pay the ferry staff directly.

Remember: You can only pay in cash and in Euros so make sure to withdraw cash from the ATMs in Greece. They *do not* accept credit/debit cards.

Taking A Car or Motorbike On The Ferry

Want to take your car or scooter with you? You absolutely can!

We drove our scooter from Naoussa to Pounta and we were so happy we could take it with us to Antiparos.

We highly recommend bringing your car or motorbike. This gives you the freedom to roam around and truly explore the island.

Our scooter was rented from a random shop near our hotel. If you aren’t comfortable on a scooter, you can easily book a rental car.

The island of Antiparos is not easy to get around, as the public bus system isn’t great or efficient.It only cost us €2 to take our scooter onboard and the cost of taking your car onboard is €7.30.

3x Fun Things To Do In Antiparos For A Day Trip

You’ve made it to Antiparos! What now?!

Well… there are quite a few things to do while you’re on this beautiful island. Matthew and I only spent a day touring around with our scooter and it was fantastic!

Here are 3 fun things to do in Antiparos, Greece:

1. Visit the Cave of Antiparos

The Cave of Antiparos is a top-rated activity on this Greek island. Why?

It’s famously known for having the oldest stalagmite in the world (42 million years old). Visiting this cave is once in a lifetime experience because of how old it is, how well preserved and how far down you can go approx. 278 feet (85 meters).

The ticket price to visit the Cave of Antiparos is very affordable:

Type	Price
Adults	€5
Seniors (over 65 yrs old)	€2.50
Kids (6-12 yrs old)	€2.50
Kids (below 6 yrs old)	free
Groups of 15 persons or more	€4

This is one of the best and well-preserved caves in all of Greece. If you visit during the summer, it will be a nice cool change of weather inside the cave dropping down to 60°F to 62°F (16°C-17°C). You might want to bring a jacket if you easily get cold like me!

The operating hours are very flexible! We drove all the way up to this cave in October only to find out it’s closed for the season. It’s quite unpredictable so we recommend arriving when it opens because the closing times are flexible.

Here’s the opening hours of the Cave of Antiparos:

• Summer months; May, June, July and August: 10:00am – ? (closing time is flexible)

There are about 400 steps down (which you have to walk back up), so be prepared to walk. We recommend bringing your own water and snacks as there isn’t a cafe or kiosk up there.

If you’re taking a scooter you might struggle getting to the caves. It’s very high up the mountains and we had maybe a 70cc scooter which took us quite a while to get to the top lol!

You can just imagine Matthew at full speed and going nowhere on this hill with me on the back. 🤣

2. Visit The Beaches Around Antiparos

There are plenty of beaches all across the island. Matthew and I visited one nearby the port just before we left to go back to Paros. Here are some of the most popular beaches to enjoy in Antiparos:

• Antiparos naturist beach (although can be a nude beach, we found most people were clothed including us)
• Paralia Panagia Beach
• Paralia Sifneiko Beach

The water is super clear but it was way too cold for our liking to get in for a swim. When we went in mid-October, there were barely any people but I’m sure in peak season there’s a bigger crowd.

If you visit during the summer, a sailing cruise tour is a very popular way to visit Antiparos.

You can explore the beautiful sea caves, have a seafood lunch and spend the day on crystal blue waters around Antiparos!

3. Explore Antiparos Town

You don't need more than a day to explore this Greek island but if you want some peace and quiet - it could be a great place for a weekend trip!

There are a couple of restaurants you can visit in the town center. Although, we really enjoyed the restaurants in Paros way more. Here's some restaurants we recommend in Antiparos:

• Taverna Yorgis: (💰💰 / ⭐️4.6 / 348+ reviews)
• Argo Restaurant Antiparos: (💰💰 / ⭐️4.6 / 750+ reviews)
• Romvi Cafe: (💰 / ⭐️4.1 / 200+ reviews)

You can sit by the harbor and sip on a coffee, and watch the ferry make the trip across the two islands.

The town isn't very big so you can easily walk around every little corner which is so much fun in Greece.

If it's the right season, you'll see beautiful bougainvillea next to iconic white houses. It'll probably only take you about a half hour to an hour to explore the entire downtown area.

Is Antiparos Worth Visiting?

Yes, if you're staying in Paros it's a worthwhile trip!

The ferry from Paros to Antiparos is not even difficult to figure out and manage. Once you get to the Pounta port, hop on the next ferry, pay €2 and you're off for the day!

Antiparos island is famous for its deep cave that you can go down about 100 meters and see all the beautiful stalagmites. There are plenty of beaches to relax and enjoy the sound of the ocean. It's the perfect day trip from Paros!

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