We're so excited to celebrate with you on the beautiful island of Antiparos! To help with your travel plans, here are the two main ways to get from Athens to Antiparos.
Both options involve a quick stop on the neighboring island of Paros first, as Antiparos doesn't have its own airport.
Book ASAP as Antiparos is a very popular destination this weekend!
FROM USA TO ATHENSIf you're traveling from the United States, Athens International Airport (ATH) serves as the main gateway to Greece, with direct flights available from several major US cities. Direct options make the journey straightforward, especially during peak summer months when frequencies increase.
Accommodation
Bed & Breakfast
Booking.com and AirBnB provide many flexible options, however please be mindful that it is a small island and bookings will fill up quickly, so we recommend reserving your stay in advance.
(there are also two other weddings happening on the island during the same weekend)
Hotels
In town, only a 10 min drive from the wedding venue
Owned by The Rooster, 10-15 min drive from the wedding
Convenient location and well-priced. 10 min drive from the wedding
Convenient location and well-priced. 10 min drive from the wedding
Villa Concierge
Concierge Villa Bookings that are optimized for larger groups
Concierge Villa Bookings that are optimized for larger groups
GETTING TO ANTIPAROS
STEP: Get to Greece
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Fly to Athens or to Paros with any major airline.
Please be aware that the Greek Government requires passports to remain valid for a minimum of six months after your travel date.
STEP: Get to Paros
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Option 1: Flight from Athens or Thessaloniki. Preferred airlines include Aegean Airlines & Sky Express.
Option 2: Ferry from Piraeus, Rafina or another Greek island. Preferred ferry companies include Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways which run services from the port of Piraeus (Athens' main port and closest to the airport).
Option 3: there are a number of Axopar rental companies where you can make a day of traveling to Antiparos (and even do some island hopping along the way!) This is a bit of a pricier option so coordinating with a group.
SeaJets and Golden Star Ferries depart from the port of Rafina, Athens second most popular port.
For ferry schedules and bookings: www.ferryhopper.com.
*If you are bringing a car from Athens please be sure to purchase a ferry ticket for your vehicle. Some ferries do not accept cars, and are passenger only.
STEP: Get to Antiparos
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There are 2 ports with ferries from Paros to Antiparos:
Option 1: Pounta port. Google maps link: maps.app.goo.gl/QfKbuJJp1KGvwfb76
You must use this port if you have a car you are bringing to Antiparos from Paros.
The Antiparos – Paros ferry boat tickets cost €1,50 per passenger (€0,75 for children), €2,00 per scooter and €7,30 per car for each ride.
Tickets are only sold inside the boat. You can not pre-book your tickets.
The Antiparos – Paros ferry boat trip duration is about 7 minutes.
Boats run daily every 30 minutes from 6:30 am to 12:30 am.
Option 2: Paroikia port. Google maps https://maps.app.goo.gl/GfCkWMxxgJz7MbSp6
Paroikia is the main port of Paros. And is where the ferry from Athens will drop you off.
The ferry only accepts passengers and no vehicles. The trip duration is 30 minutes.
The one-way ticket costs 7 Euro.
Ferries depart at: 10:05, 11:00, 12:00, 15:30, 18:30.
More details on both ferries: antiparos.com/paros-antiparos-ferry-boat-schedule/#direct_boat
Transportation once you are in Antiparos:
Wedding day: Transportation will be provided for the wedding day to/from major pick up spots. Cars are not allowed at the venue.
Rent a car: See section below.
Walking: You can walk around town and to a beach or two but you will end up needing a car to circle the island.
Taxis: There are 2 taxis on the island, do not rely on taxis for getting around. When they are not at the taxi stand in front of the port, they can be contacted at: +306970624750 and +306988848484.
It sounds confusing but it’s not that bad!
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A friend of ours has referred us to Myths & Muses who can help book your travel in Greece, prior to or following our wedding. We like their aesthetic, they offer authentic Greek experiences and are based in the East Coast (USA).
They provide a full-travel service if you would like to work with them!
List of Services:
- Individual bespoke itinerary packages
- Private transfer services, including airport transportation
- Ferries & flight tickets for island-hopping
- Access to luxury villas and boutique hotels
- Customized tours & unique activity options tailored to guest’s taste
- Curated travel guides
Contact: info@mythsandmuses.com
RENTING A CAR:
Can be rented in Athens, Paros or Antiparos. Supply and selection reduces as you make you way to Antiparos.
It is preferable you rent a car in Paros rather than Antiparos. All major international agencies are present in Paros, and several local ones. Even more options exist in Athens if you are willing to take the ferry from Athens (4 hour trip).
Rentalcars is an easy way to compare prices and cars offered in Paros: www.rentalcars.com/en/
Car rental options in Antiparos Include:
A Rental: arentalantiparos.gr/
Angelos: www.antiparosrentacar.com/eng
*Please note most cars are manual stick and automatic cars are typically limited and are slightly more expensive.
Emergency Phones:
Municipality of Antiparos: Tel. + 30 22840 61570 & 28261
KEP [Citizens’ Service Centre]: Tel. + 30 22840 28314
Antiparos Regional Medical Office: +30 22840 61219
Antiparos Pharmacy: +30 22840 61111
Dr. Sotiris Skourtis: +30 6973026217 (mobile phone)
Dr. Anna Georgiou: +30 6974486512 (mobile phone)
Police Station Tel : + 30 22840 61202
Port Authority Station: Tel. + 30 22840 61485/61220
Paros Health Centre Tel. +30 22840 22500
Paros Port Authority Tel. + 30 22840 21240
Staying in Antiparos vs Paros Island
Paros is right across from Antiparos and is a much larger island (This is where you will fly into/arrive by Ferry). The Ferry to cross to Antiparos is only 7 minutes and runs every 30 mins. However, we do recommend if possible to stay in Antiparos for the wedding night due to the late-night logistics (the ferry stops around 2:30/3 AM during the summer months).
That said, Greek weddings often extend beyond this time with dancing and celebrations, so there's a risk of missing the last ferry as we plan on everything run late (at least until 4), leaving you potentially stranded until 6 AM when they start running again or needing to arrange a water taxi (which can be pricey and weather-dependent).
To make the most of the evening and avoid any stress, we highly suggest securing a spot on Antiparos; it's closer, more convenient, and lets you fully enjoy the party without watching the clock! If Paros is your only option, please let Liz know and we can try to help plan return carefully and help you coordinate with others for rides or shares.
We will have the welcome party on Paros island on Friday night, however this party will end around 2 am so you will be able to get back to Anti-Paros before the ferry stops.
