Major city · Greece
AmpelasΑμπελάς
Ampelas is a half-day stop from Naousa or Parikia: swim at the harbour beach, eat fresh fish, then move on. Not a base.
Ampelas is a small fishing village on Paros' north-east coast, 5 km from Naousa and 13 km from Parikia. It has three small sandy beaches, a harbour, a few tavernas and a growing number of hotels. Most visitors come for a swim and a meal, then return to Naousa or Parikia. One night works if you want a quiet beach stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (crowded, hot)
- Airport
- PAS
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 10Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ampelas100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ampelas, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Greece-wide
- SIM or eSIMCosmote, Vodafone and Nova sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at the airport; a passport is needed to register.Greece-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland.Greece-wide
- TippingTaverna or restaurant: 5–10% in cash on the table; not expected at gyros shops.Greece-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Greece-wide
- SafetyAmpelas is safe.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 112 fire and ambulance · 1571 tourist police (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysArchaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 08:00–15:00 or 17:00) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Archaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 8:00 AM–3:00 PM or 5:00 PM) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Greece-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPAS Paros National Airport (About 20 km (12 mi) by road; taxi or car).PAS Paros National Airport (About 12 mi (20 km) by road; taxi or car).
- Getting aroundWalk: the village is compact.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€3–5 (≈ US$4–6)
- BeerBeer (draught)€4–6 (≈ US$5–7)
- Budget bedDouble room in a hotel or apartment, a night, per room€60 (≈ US$70)
- Mid-range bedDouble room in a hotel or apartment, a night, per room€100 (≈ US$120)
- High-end bedDouble room in a hotel or apartment, a night, per room€180 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €50 (≈ US$60) · Mid €100 (≈ US$120) · High €200 (≈ US$250)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PAS Paros National Airport (About 20 km (12 mi) by road; taxi or car)PAS Paros National Airport (About 12 mi (20 km) by road; taxi or car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Feb
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C) low), wettest Jan (10 rain days), driest Jul (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ampelas: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
0 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
0 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
8 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk: the village is compact. Bus from Naousa (check schedule) or car. Parking near the harbour.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Naousa
goDoor to door: 15 min
Bus or car, 5 km (3.1 mi), about 10 minBus or car, 3.1 mi (5 km), about 10 min
Harbour town with shops, bars and restaurants.
Parikia
goDoor to door: 30 min
Bus or car, 13 km (8.1 mi), about 20 minBus or car, 8.1 mi (13 km), about 20 min
Ferry port, old town, castle and beaches.
Lefkes
goDoor to door: 20 min
Car, about 10 km (6.2 mi), 15 minCar, about 6.2 mi (10 km), 15 min
Mountain village with marble streets and views.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Ampelas village
Hotels and apartments near the beach; quiet at night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €50–80 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- €80–150 (≈ US$95–180) excl. bed
- High
- €150 (≈ US$180)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room in a hotel or apartment1 × 1 night × €100 | €100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €100 | €200 |
| Bus Naousa–Ampelas, one way2 × €2 · check | €4 |
| Taxi Paros Airport → Ampelas1 × €35 · check | €35 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €34 |
| Trip total≈ €187 per person per day, bed included | €373≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and ferries excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Fresh fish taverna meal | €20–35 (≈ US$25–45) |
| Beer (draught) | €4–6 (≈ US$5–7) |
| Water (1.5 L) | €1–2 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Taxi Naousa → Ampelascheck | €10–15 (≈ US$12–18) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus service is limited; check the timetable at the Naousa stop.
- Aspros Gremos has no shade: bring water and sun protection.
- Spearfishing is popular; respect local rules.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
- Tourist police
- 1571
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AmpelasΑμπελάς
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My bed tonight
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Σε αυτή τη διεύθυνση, παρακαλώTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance112
- Tourist police1571
Embassy
Most embassies are in Athens; the nearest consulate for many countries is in Athens.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Naousa → Ampelas: about €2 (≈ US$3), about 10 min (check)
- Taxi Paros Airport → Ampelas: €30–40 (≈ US$35–50) (check)
Say or show
- Γειά σας / Αντίο — Hello / Goodbye (Yia sas / Adio)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (Efharisto)
- Πόσο κάνει; — How much? (Poso kani?)
- Το λογαριασμό, παρακαλώ — The bill, please (To logariasmo, parakalo)
- Πού είναι η παραλία; — Where is the beach? (Pou einai i paralia?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ampelas. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (crowded, hot) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages with verified opening hours for Agios Fanourios and the monastery.
- Eat pages with last orders and fish market days.
- Bus schedule fixtures for the Naousa–Ampelas line.
Sources
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