PAROS

HIGHLIGHTS: BEST OF PAROS

• Swim at Kolymbithres

  Located right opposite the bay of Naoussa, Kolymbithres is famous for its crystal waters and the nice rock formations. It is accessible by bus or boat from Naoussa.
• Naoussa, the cosmopolitan village

  The old port of Naoussa is the most picturesque spot in Paros. Located on the northern side of the island, Naoussa has many fish restaurants, lounge bars and cafeterias.
• Lefkes, the traditional village

  Lefkes is a mountainous village with pure Cycladic architecture, located in the center of the inland. This was the old capital of the island until the mid-19th century.
• Stay at Spiti Marie

  Spiti Marie (Marie’s House) is a beautiful villa offering comfort and amazing views. It located in Aspro Chorio, few kilometers aways from Golden Beach and the village of Drios.
• Golden beach

  One of the most beautiful beaches on the island, Golden Beach has soft sand and crystal waters. This is also a popular windsurfing spot on the island.
• Stroll around Parikia

  Parikia is the capital and main port of the island. It has a typical Cycladic architecture with beautiful alleys with whitewashed cubic and flat-roofed houses with spare architectural lines and colored wooden doors, windows, and balconies.
• Learn to Kitesurf

  Take a kitesurfing lesson! Paros is one of the most popular destinations in Greece for kitesurfing and more especially the beach of Pounda.
• The instagramic Agios Ioannis Detis

  Agios Ioannis Detis is a beautiful blue-domed church overlooking the bay of Naoussa and the endless blue of the Aegean sea.
• Church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani

  Located in Parikia, the capital town, the Monastery of Panagia Ekatontapyliani is the protector of the island. The name of the church means the monastery with the hundred doors.
• Party at Pounda Beach bar

  Pounda Beach is the destination for young people looking to party in Paros. It organizes events with some of the top DJs of Europe.
• Marcello Beach

  Marchello is located just in front of the village of Parikia. It can be accessed by the road and with a little boat making the routes many times per day.
• Archaeological Museum

  The museum hosts findings that were brought to light during excavations in Paros and Antiparos. These findings date from the Neolithic to the early Christian times and include the Nike (Victory) of Paros, the marble statue of Mermaid Gorgo, Cycladic figurines, mosaics and, more.
• Visit Naoussa Venetian Castle

  The Venetian Fort of Naoussa, dated from the 15th century, is located in the old port and it is the most characteristic spot of this lovely town.
• Relax on Santa Maria Beach

  Santa Maria is a long coastline divided into two soft, golden sandy beaches which offer a beautiful view on the island of Naxos and has crystal emerald waters.
• Frankish castle

  The splendid Frankish Castle is one of the most enduring monuments on the island of Paros. It was built in the 1200s by the Venetian Sanoudos.
• The Park & Monastiri beach

  Monastiri Beach is also located in the bay of Naoussa. It is a small sandy beach surrounded by beautiful rocky hills.
• The authentic Marpissa village

  Marpissa is an authentic Cycladic village with whitewashed cubic houses, standing among narrow streets, churches and windmills. It is located just above Piso Livadi.
• Swim at Molos beach

  This small sandy beach offers deep blue clear waters, golden soft sand, and a magnificent view on the island of Naxos.