ANTIPAROS - The ancient Oliaros
Daily,morning and afternoon, from Piraeus and Rafina port,normal or speedy boats, leaves to Paros isl port. Also,there are daily flights,from Athens to Paros airport.
From early morning to late in the night there is a small, car-passengers, ferry boat ,which leaves from Punta to Antiparos port frequently.(10 min travel)
Small passengers boat leaves from port of Paros to Antiparos port(25 min travel)
Kastro, the town of Antiparos has been built around the Venetian castle.
Following the traditional road with numerous of shops ,you will arrive at the square with the big Eucalyptus tree and the traditional cafe and restaurants.
There you will enjoy Greece dishes,fresh fish and Octopus. Antiparos is well known because its night life
The stalactite cave with its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites located on St John hill. On the entrance the small chapel of St. John is waiting for you. It is 8 km far from the main town of Antiparos and 3 km from St. George village.
Despotiko island is the ancient Prepesinthos, where you can see archaeological discoveries of the temple of Apollo, God and Estia Isthmia.
St. Giorgio
The village is a traditional Cycladic settlement, in a sheltered cove, with clear blue sea and magical sunsets.
It makes a great base for exploring and touring. The excursion and dive school boats leave from here. Also departing from St. Giorgio are boats for Despotiko.
Despotiko, Prepesinthos is its ancient name. On Mandra place of Despotiko isl located the temple of Apollo God and Estia Isthmia .
Today the island, with its unspoilt beaches, is uninhabited and visits are only possible by boat.
Beaches
- Camping-Theologos
- Agios Spiridon
- Psaraliki
- Panagia
- Glyfa
- Apantima
- Soros
- Faneromeni
- Sostis
- Garbis
- Agios Georges
- Vathis Volos
- Monastiria
- Levadia
- Sifneikos Gialos
Useful information (Area code 22840)
- Port Authority of Paros: 21240
- Port Authority of Antiparos: 61485
- Post Office: 61223
- Health Centre: 61219
- Drug Store: 61621
- Police: 61202
- Town Hall: 61570
- ANTIPAROS TAXI SERVICE
- Mr Vaggelis 00306988848484 / 00306974708080
- Mr John
00306976780944
- There is a frequent direct bus service from the Athens airport to Piraeus port (every 20 min)
- We can book a taxi to drive you from Athens airport to Piraeus port at a cost of 60 Euros.
- You can take the high speed boat from Piraeus port to Paros island, a 3-hour trip,
- You can take the Blue Star ferry boat to Paros island, a 4-hour15min. trip,
- From the port you can take the bus to Punta to Antiparos, the bus leaves from the port every hour and 10 min to Punta. There a small ferry boat will take you across to Antiparos port in 10 min.
- You can take the direct boat from Paros port to Antiparos port, at a cost of 4 Euros per person. The direct boat usually is waiting for the blue star ferry or the High speed boat.
- We can take a taxi or we can book one to wait for you at Paros port to drive you to Punta to Antiparos,
- From Paros airport you can go to Punta to Antiparos only by taxi which we can book for you at a cost of 20 Euros.
- Every afternoon at 3,30pm the boat Blue Star ferry leaves from Santorini to Paros port. A 3:hour trip,
- In case you have no time to catch the boat to Paros, you have to stay one night in Santorini.
Daily, there are 3-4 boats from Mykonos to Paros island. A 1-1,30 hour trip.
ANTIPAROS TAXI SERVICE
Mr Vaggelis +306988848484 / +306974708080
Mr John +30 2284 061231/ +30697 6780944
Sightseeing
Stalagmite and stalactite cave
Castle (Kastro) of Antiparos
Folklore museum
Small churches built by the sea - and also on top of a mountain, offering an amazing panoramic view
Faneromeni Chapel - and magnificent scenery.
Local festivals
St. John festival - 8th May
St. John Festival - 24th June
Faneromeni Festival 8th September
Tsipouro (local liqueur-making) Festival at the begining of October.
- Panagia Ekatondapiliani - literally "church of one hundred doors" - the Christian cathedral church at Parikia, Paros. Festival on 15th August
- The festival of Nine Days of the Virgin Mary - also known as "The night of the pirates" in Naoussa - with reenactments of pirate raids, dancing and fireworks - 23rd August
- Visit the butterfly valley - by donkey or on foot!
- Stroll through the Byzantine streets of Lefkes town - the former capital of Paros
- From St. George village you can enjoy with SARGOS boat a trip to the virgin beaches of Despotiko island and the sea caves.
- From Antiparos you can visit daily, the islands of Paros, Naxos, Dilos, Mykonos, Koufonisi, Santorini.
- Rent a boat to descover the island.-Rent a boat -Sail Away. 0030 6948466648
Amusement
Restaurants & Tavernas
TAVERNA GIORGIS (61 362), a family-run tavern on the main pedestrian street since 1978, serving traditional homemade Greek dishes.
TAVERNA KLIMATARIA, just off the main street in a lush green courtyard. Traditional home cooking in a relaxed setting.
EPESTREFE (63 147), on the main pedestrian street. Contemporary Aegean cuisine with creative dishes and a refined atmosphere.
GEORGE'S GRILL (62 555), at the port. Popular souvlaki house known for fresh ingredients, generous portions and great value.
ARGO (61 419), At the town. Aegean cuisine with local ingredients, run by three brothers. One of the island's top-rated restaurants.
PANTELIS SEA FOOD (61 474), in town with outdoor seating. Fresh fish and seafood with a wide variety of Greek dishes.
TAVERNA KYKLADES (61 210), authentic Greek tavern. Grilled fish, traditional dishes and a friendly atmosphere at honest prices.
VASSILENAS BLUE (61 497), at Kouros Village. Upscale dining with a legacy dating back to Piraeus in 1920. Modern Greek cuisine with a view.
PERIGIALI (61 142), seaside tavern at Paralia Panagias beach. Greek cuisine with fresh seafood, right on the water.
Cafes
SIFNEIKO CAFE (61 093), at Sifneiko beach on the west side of town. Stunning sunset views, coffee, drinks, snacks and light meals.
SOULATSO CAFE (61 080), at the port. All-day cafe with coffee, drinks and light food in a relaxed waterfront setting.
NAUTICA COFFEE & BITES (61 323), at the port. Specialty coffee, fresh brunch and bites from morning till afternoon.
Bars
LIME BAR (6988915663) · TABULA RASA (697 823 0103) · RESCUE BAR (6975626162) · BARDOT (63 072) · STONES COCKTAIL & MORE (6989065534) · CITRON (6941536693)
SOROS
BEACH HOUSE SOROS (64 000), cafe-restaurant right on Soros beach. Coffee, cocktails, food and beach vibes all day long.
SOROS BEACH BAR (6980028281), on the beach with sunbeds, drinks and a relaxed summer atmosphere.
ST. GEORGE
11 km from the port by car or bus (15 min). The bus stops next to the taverns. From there you can take the boat to Despotiko island for a swim and then enjoy a wonderful meal at one of the seaside taverns.
TAVERNA ZOMBOS (24 527), try fresh meat and cheese from their own farm. Authentic local flavors.
FISH TAVERN CAPTAIN PIPINOS (21 823), right on the sea. One of the best fish taverns on the island.
MPAKAS AKROGIALI (22 107), fish tavern at St. George. Fresh seafood and traditional Greek dishes right by the water.
DESPOTIKO CAFE (6974148276), cafe-bar on the pier at St. George with panoramic sea views. Coffee, drinks and snacks.
