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Paxi by ferry
In the following lines, we have prepared a small user guide that will help passengers to travel to Paxi as easily and pleasantly as possible.
Find useful information on how to get to Paxi by ferry, local public transportation options to reach your overnight hotel, port addresses and embarkation offices, ferry schedules and prices, and real-time departures and arrivals.
Paxi by ferry is the best option you have and it can be a very nice and exciting experience and especially if you are doing some island-hopping too. Greek islanders are seasoned ferry experts and they prefer to travel by ferry because of the convenience and flexibility it affords!
There is a choice of Regular Ferries that are running frequently with stops along the way. Cars are allowed on most ferries, for an additional fee and children usually travel for half price!
Give a date and click on "search" to view the ferry timetables!
Notice: Each year and depending on the period, there may be more or fewer connections to Paxi. The biggest shipping companies (ferry operators) announce the new ferry schedules by the end of March and the rest of them by April-June each year!
Schedules & prices for Paxi
With the developed "Easy-Way" system of go-ferry.com, you can make the most reliable and flexible online booking of your ferry ticket!
We will connect you to the booking systems of most ferry operators and will show you:
- Direct itineraries with schedules to Paxi
- Alternative routes to Paxi
- Ferry prices
- Prices for Adults, children, and babies
- Prices for all vehicle sizes
- Trailer prices
- Ticket offers*
- Early booking discount*
With all these options we offer, you can be sure that you will find the best deal for the ferry ticket to Paxi at a price that will suit your budget.
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Paxi ferry tickets
Arrange your ferry ticket in advance.
If your final destination is Paxi do not neglect to book your ferry tickets early enough to avoid last-minute surprises! We are sure that you do not want to ruin your vacation or change your destination because you will not find an itinerary available. How could you feel to be at the departure port and not be able to board the ferry to Paxi because it is fully booked?
On this page page, we will mention some reasons that make it necessary to book your ferry tickets to your destination in advance!
Accommodation on the ferry to Paxi
Book your ideal accommodation on the ferry to Paxi and arrive fresh and rested to your destination! Comfortable armchairs, business class comfort seats, outside and inside cabins or economy deck chairs. There is a range of accommodation options to choose for a day or night ride to or from Paxi port.
About Paxi
This island has everything that is considered necessary for peaceful and quality holidays: indented beaches, small coves, lush green hills full of olive trees, imposing rocks and sea caves. Its limited surface (13 km2, coastline length of 30 km) gives visitors the opportunity to tour the whole island on foot.
Mythology has it that the lovestruck Poseidon created this island by striking Corfu with his trident, so that he and his new wife Amfitrite could have some peace and quiet.
Even though it might have been inhabited well before then,the Phoenecians are traditionally held to have been the first settlers on Paxi. Even the name indicates it, since Pax meant slate in their language.
The Romans ruled the island from the 2nd century BC, and during the Byzantine time and Middle ages it was constantly attacked by pirates. After various rulers and Crusaders had passed Paxi, the island was taken by the Venetians in the beginning of the 16th century.
At the end of the 18th century, the island belonged to the Napolean army, and for a while, it belonged to the Ionian Union. During most of the 19th century Paxi was a British protectorate. The war of Independence had broken out in 1821 and in 1864 Paxi was liberated.
Gaios
The capital and port of the island is ideal for holidays under the sun, next to the sea. The narrow canal between Paxoi and the islet of Aghios Nikolaos is one of the most beautiful landscapes of the Ionian Sea. On the pier you will find cafeterias and fish taverns.
What to see in the town
- The church of Aghios Charalampos, the patron-saint of the island and the church of Aghioi Apostoloi with interesting mural paintings.
- The Folklore Museum housed in the Venetian – and later English - government house.
- The islet of Aghios Nikolaos in the port with the Venetian fortress, the two islets and the windmill.
- The islet of Panaghia with monastery dedicated to Virgin Mary and the picturesque lighthouse.
Lakka
A picturesque settlement in the northern part of the island, in lush green surroundings with beautiful houses, alleys and small squares. It is located 7.5 km away from Gaios.
Sightseeing
- The church of Aghios Andreas
- The sea cave of Ypapanti
- The beautiful sunset view from the lighthouse
What to See in Paxi
Ozias is the oldest settlement of the village with traditional stone-built houses and remains of old churches. It is located 1.5 km south of Gaios.
Sightseeing
Mogkonisi which is linked to Ozias by a bridge.
Kaltsonisi: the favorite place of those who own or rent a boat.
Magazia
A village with stone-built houses and elaborate dry stone walls. Near the village, at the western coasts there are some beautiful submarine caves known as “graves” (there are almost 40 such caves at the western coast of Paxoi) with amazing vaults. The most known caves are the ones located at the coves of Erimitis and Achai. Magazia is located 4 km NW of Gaios.
Activities
Hiking: The network of pathways which has been created at Paxoi passes from Magazia and covers the western part of the island with amazing landscape.
Travelling to Magazia
A village with stone-built houses and detailed dry stone walls. Near the village, at the western coasts there are several beautiful submarine caves known as “graves” (there are almost 40 such caves at the western coast of Paxoi) with amazing vaults. The most known caves are the ones located at the coves of Erimitis and Achai. The village is located 4 km NW of Gaio.
Activities
Hiking. The network of pathways which has been created at Paxoi passes from Magazia and covers the western part of the island with amazing landscapes.
Loggos
The smallest port of Paxoi. It is located 5.5 km NW of Gaios.
Sightseeing
The old oil-press and soap factory of G. Anemogiannis.
Useful Information
DOCTOR: 26620 32555, Mobile 697 783 7700
HEALTH CENTRE: 26620 3146
CHEMIST Gaios: 26620 32200
POLICE: 26620 32222
PORT AUTHORITIES: 26620 32259
CUSTOMS: 26620 32005
COUNCIL OF PAXOS: 26620 32100
TAX OFFICE: 26620 32220
ΤΑΧΙS
24 HOUR SEA TAXIS - GAIOS: 26620 32444 or Mobile 693 223 2 072
24 HOUR SEA TAXIS - LAKKA: 26620 31789 or Mobile 697 762 3033
TASOS MOURIKIS: 6976648486
VASILIS VASILAS: 6973985825
HARIS BOGDANOS: 6974135660
CHRISTOS ARGYROS: 6977472747
KOSTAS ANTIOHOS: 6974002236
MUNICIPALITY of Gaios: 26620 32100
WATER TAXIS: 6932232072, 6977/623033
