Island · Ionian
PaxosIonian island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Small olive-covered island with three pretty harbours and sea caves.
- Ferry
- From Corfu or Igoumenitsa 1–1.5h
- Villages
- 3
- Beaches
- 2
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
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From Corfu or Igoumenitsa 1–1.5h
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Paxos?
From Corfu or Igoumenitsa 1–1.5h
Where should I stay on Paxos?
Popular bases include Gaios, Loggos, Lakka. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Paxos?
Highlights include Antipaxos, Blue Caves.
What are the best beaches on Paxos?
Well-known beaches include Voutoumi (Antipaxos), Kipiadi. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Which islands are near Paxos?
Other islands in the Ionian include Corfu, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Ithaca, Zakynthos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Paxos in the Ionian?
Yes. Paxos is part of the Ionian island group in Greece.
Guides about Paxos
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.