Getting from Naxos to Monemvasia

If you are heading to Monemvasia from Naxos you are making your way to a medieval fortress town on the southeastern Peloponnese coast. It is built entirely on a massive rock connected to the mainland by a single causeway with Byzantine churches and narrow lanes that have changed little in centuries.

Take the ferry

There is no direct ferry from Naxos to Monemvasia. Getting there by sea means taking the ferry from Naxos to Piraeus and then driving south through the Peloponnese, which takes around 4 hours from Athens.

Getting there by air

Monemvasia has no airport. The nearest airport is Athens. Flying from Naxos to Athens takes around 45 minutes and then the drive to Monemvasia takes around 4 hours. Total travel time is around 5 to 6 hours.

Your best option

Fly to Athens and drive to Monemvasia. It is the most practical approach. If you are travelling with a car, take the ferry from Naxos to Piraeus and then drive south through the Peloponnese to Monemvasia.