
Day Trip Guide
Paros to Antiparos — Ferry & Transfer Guide
Antiparos is just a 7-minute ferry ride from Pounta, Paros. Visit the famous cave, swim at pristine beaches, and explore a quieter side of the Cyclades in a single day.
7 min
Ferry from Pounta
Every 30 min
Frequency (summer)
€1.50–€2
Ferry cost
Cave, beaches, village
Highlights
How to get from Paros to Antiparos
The car ferry from Pounta (southwest coast of Paros) to Antiparos runs every 30 minutes in summer from early morning until midnight. The crossing takes just 7 minutes. You can walk on (no reservation needed) or take a car/scooter.
There's also a passenger-only boat from Parikia to Antiparos Town that runs a few times daily in summer (about 20 minutes, €7). This is a good option if you're already in Parikia and want to go directly to the town without Pounta.
Getting to Pounta from your hotel
Pounta is about 7 km south of Parikia and 20 km from Naoussa. If you don't have a rental car, your best options are:
- Private transfer from your hotel directly to Pounta ferry (fastest, most convenient)
- Bus from Parikia to Pounta (runs in summer, limited schedule)
- Taxi (if available — not guaranteed at early hours)
What to do in Antiparos
The Antiparos Cave
The most famous attraction on Antiparos is its cave — one of the oldest known caves in Greece, with stalactites dating back millions of years. It's located about 8 km south of Antiparos Town. You can reach it by local bus or rent a scooter on Antiparos. The cave involves a descent of about 400 steps — comfortable shoes are essential.
Antiparos Town
A charming, pedestrian-friendly village with a Venetian castle (Kastro), boutique shops, cafés and tavernas. Much quieter than Naoussa or Parikia — perfect for a relaxed stroll.
Beaches
Antiparos has beautiful, uncrowded beaches. Soros Beach (10 min from town) is organised with sunbeds. Psaraliki Beach (closest to town) is great for a quick swim. Agios Georgios and Faneromeni on the south coast are more secluded and scenic.
Suggested Antiparos day trip itinerary
Private transfer from your hotel to Pounta
Ferry to Antiparos (7 min crossing)
Explore Antiparos Town: Kastro, shops, coffee
Visit the Cave of Antiparos (take the local bus or rent a scooter)
Head to Soros Beach for a swim and sunbathing
Lunch at a seaside taverna in town
Free time: more beach, shopping, or Psaraliki for a final swim
Ferry back to Pounta. Your transfer takes you home