The ferry route from Paros to Santorini is operated by one of the largest operators in the region, Minoan Lines, but the ferry port at Paros is a stopping off point for most ferry services operating between the islands of the Cyclades. The ferry port is in Parakia the main town on the island.

Being on a small island makes travelling to the ferry port easy by road with all of the popular resorts only a short drive away. Most visitors make use of the cheap taxis on the island. The alternative is arriving here by sea from neighbouring islands.

The ferry terminal is centrally located in Parakia and many passengers using the Paros to Santorini ferry prefer to make use of the restaurants and shops in the town rather than the port. There are toilets in the Paros terminal building and drinks and snacks available.

Ferry operator, Minoan Lines, is customer focussed and prides itself on the quality of their services. Onboard facilities include internet access and a selection of shops providing goods including reading material, perfumes, cosmetics and gifts. Food and drink is available in either the a la carte restaurant or self service café.

Passengers travelling from Paros to Santorini can make use of air-conditioned passenger lounges with comfortable airplane style seating. A selection of different sized cabins is available and all are competitively priced. Lifts and escalators make the modern ferries easy to navigate. Depending on the onward destination some ferries have a cinema or swimming pool.

Santorini is the most southerly island of the Cyclades and being a popular tourist destination making the port on the island fairly busy. There are toilet facilities and food and drink is available. Inexpensive taxis provide the best way to travel from the ferry port to the many nearby resorts.

Tags: Minoan Lines, Parakia, Paros, Santorini