Heraklion - Paros Ferries

Heraklion is the capital of Crete as well as the heart of commerce on the island. The ferry port is in the centre of the northern coast of Crete and has a variety of facilities. Accommodation in the area ranges from hotels to youth hostels to suit any taste and budget. Parking at the port is available for both the short- and long-term, with designated areas available the disabled. Near the port are many shops and restaurants, as well as travel agents and tour operators.

Book Heraklion - Paros Ferry Tickets

Minoan Lines offers a service on the Heraklion to Thessaloniki route twice a week during the low season (Tuesday and Friday) and three times a week during the high season (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). The stops en route change depending on the season or day of the week, however, typically, the route is Heraklion-Santorini-Paros-Tinos-Skitahos-Thessaloniki. Minoan Lines Ferry is a dominant company in the passenger ferry sector,and has been growing fast for the last 30 years. This Greek company boasts a cosmopolitan fleet of 11 ships and has some of the highest rankings in customer satisfaction.

Most visitors to Paros island are just passing through en route to other destinations. However, the island boasts a charming main town, quaint inland villages and some excellent beaches. There are plenty of cafés and fast food restaurants lining the harborfront. Parikia is the capital of Paros, offering an energetic marketplace and a Byzantine cathedral, which is one of the three largest churches in the Greek islands.