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Things To Do
Best Things To Do
Paros offers something for everyone—whether it's mountain biking, horseback riding, scuba diving, windsurfing, or kite surfing. The island is particularly popular with windsurfers and kite surfers, especially at Pounta Beach, Golden Beach, and New Golden Beach. Other stunning beaches with crystal-clear waters include Aliki in southern Paros and Piso Livadia on the eastern coast. Chrissí Aktí hosts the Windsurfing World Championship every year. • Walk the Old Town • Kastelli Venetian Fortress • Go Shopping • Spend time at Paros' best beaches • Explore Lefkes and the villages of Paros • Sample incredible wine at Moraitis Winery • Explore Parikia, the capital of Paros • Visit Panagia Ekatontapiliani Church • Hike Byzantine Path • Explore Paros from the Sea • Visit Petra Farm • Monastery of St. John's of Deti • Take a day trip to Antiparos, Naxos, or other nearby islands • Visit Butterfly Valley • Explore ruins of an ancient town at Alykí beach
Best Beaches - Paros
Paros has some of the most beautiful and popular beaches in the Greek islands. Experience the unique natural landscape at Kolymbíthres Beach, where impressive white rock formations create a stunning backdrop. At Kalogeros Beach, surrounded by red and green clay cliffs, you can enjoy a natural, free spa treatment—cover your body with clay, let it dry in the sun, then rinse off in the sea for incredibly soft skin. Aliki Beach, located on the southern side of Paros, boasts white sandy shores and warm, clear blue waters. This peaceful fishing village is also great for snorkeling. Beaches nearby Naoussa: Piperi, Kolymbithres (Best Family Beach in Paros), Monastiri (Best Beach Bar in Paros), Santa Maria and Ambelas. Beaches nearby Parikia: Livadia, Marchello, Krios and Parasporos Beach, Tango Mar Other: Piso Aliki (Best Beach Food in Paros) BEST BEACH CLUBS: • Cabana • Faragas Beach • Santa Maria Beach See link for additional information.
Best Restaurants
• Best Restaurant in Naoussa for Seafood – Sigi Ikthios • Best Cafe for Bali Wellness Vibes – Almond • Best Restaurant for Excellent Food & Ambiance – Safran Restaurant • Best Cafe for Breakfast – Ragnoussi Bakery • Best Gyros – Pita Frank Other notable restaurants (Naoussa): • Barbarossa Restaurant • Yemeni Wine Restaurant • Mario • Meltemi • Sigi Ikthios • Ahinos • Marmitta • Archipelagos Other notable restaurants (Other Villages): •Siparos •Arodo •Mira •Bebop •Ephesus •Marios by the sea •Christiana Restaurant •Thalami •Blue Oyster •Katsounas •Kolimbithres •Halaris •Thalassa Mou •Agnadio •Marathi See link for additional recommendations.
Best Cocktail Bars
• Come Back Bar • Kosmos Cocktail Bar • Fotis All Day Bar • Sousouro • Sommaripa Consolato • Sante Cocktail Bar • Dodo
Villages & Other Places To See
NAOUSSA Naoussa is a charming town that beautifully blends traditional and modern culture. The vibrant village life, with its colorful fishing boats, dedicated fishermen, and celebrated seafood delicacies, harmonizes seamlessly with its welcoming tourism. Built amphitheatrically, Naoussa features picturesque traditional houses, winding paths, arches, and historic churches. At the port, you'll find the Venetian fort and St. Nicolas Church, nestled among boats and taverns. In the summer, these taverns are bustling with locals and tourists alike, enjoying seafood and ouzo. PARIKIA TOWN Parikia town is the capital of Paros island. It is a wonderful town with narrow walkways through the traditional town with great little cafes, pubs and ice-cream bars. Also home to a number of historical sites and churches. The old town is centered around the remains of a 13th century Venetian Castle and is accessible through a maze of winding streets.
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LEFKES MOUNTAIN VILLAGE Lefkes is located at the highest point of Páros and enjoys stunning views of the island. The village is set up in the mountains and is surrounded by a rich green landscape. It has very well preserved Cycladic and neoclassical buildings, beautiful squares and narrow marble alleys. A throwback to medieval times. MARPISSA Founded in the 15th century, Marpissa is a traditional village with a distinctive medieval character. It is located on a hill, a few kilometers away from the famous beaches of Logarás and Písso Livádi. You can also visit the impressive Monastery of Ayios Antonios (17th century) on the hill of Kéfalos, where the ruins of a 15th century Venetian castle stand, and enjoy a wonderful view of the sea.
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PISO LIVADI This coastal summer and tourist resort, is situated at a distance of 18 kilometers southeastern to the town of Paros (Paroikia), at the eastern coast of the island. The idyllic port it is protected to the north east from Paros marble blocks and offers an ideal anchorage for fishing boats and small yachts. Along the promenade there are several cafes and restaurants. VALLEY OF BUTTERFLIES (PETALOUDES) The Valley of the Butterflies is a must-see, with just a 2-euro entry fee, making it a great stop on your way from Parikia to Pounda. Located near the village of Psychopiana, Petaloudes is an area of breathtaking beauty. The lush habitat is rich in vegetation and flowing water, with tall plane trees, laurels, wild olive trees, and carob trees covered in ivy, all providing a home to the Panaxia quadripunctaria butterfly species.
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ANTIPAROS To the west of Paros lies its smaller sister island Antiparos. At its narrowest, the channel between the two islands is less than 2 km wide. For those looking for a remote escape you can take a day trip to Antiparos (10 min ferry ride from Pounta). The most famous sight on the island of Antiparos is its cave. This natural wonder has a long history and the oldest stalagmite in Europe.
Best Nightlife - Naoussa
SALTY BAR This bar is located by the sea in the small Port of Naoussa- a very idyllic setting for the first afternoon drinks- and is one of the best places on the island for evening entertainment. As the hours pass, the beats get louder and the patrons are ready to experience another unforgettable summer night. SOMARIPA CONSOLATO The owner converted his grandparents' house into a café-bar, creating a wonderful shop with special corners. Sommaripa Consolato is a wonderful place with a unique view from its balcony of the Aegean Sea, just above the cosmopolitan small port of Naoussa. COME BACK Its name was most likely not given by chance, since one returns here for the unique view. At "Come Back" you take a table outside and gaze at the sea while indulging in premium drinks and cocktails. The best time is undoubtedly just before sunset, to enjoy a unique sunset. In the evenings, the scene changes as the rhythms pick up and "Come Back" emerges as one of the island's favorite bars.
Best Nightlife - Naoussa Cont.
FOTIS "Fotis all day bar" starting early in the morning for coffee, breakfast or brunch, breakfast takes off with sweet and savory pancakes, a variety of egg recipes, and burgers. Salads, vitality bowls as well as many vegan options are some of the dishes on the menu. The shop then transforms into an atmospheric bar. LINARDO A club that is located on the picturesque Venetian harbor of Naoussa. AGOSTA A vibrant spot where you can enjoy buzzing nightlife of Naoussa. This waterfront bar is an ideal place to discover Paros by night and enjoy majestic sunset or a night under the stars.
Best Nightlife - Parikia
PIRATE BAR Pirate Bar awaits you hidden in one of its narrow cobbled streets, being one of the most popular bars of the island with over a 30-year history. Funky joint for cocktails or beers with jazzy live music. As you feel like you are in a cave, quality entertainment is guaranteed. THE DUBLIINER An Irish Bar and your entry is free if you are Irish. Usually gets busy from midnight onwards. A group of 5 bars under one roof, all with a different style music. SATIVA Original Cafe & Live Music Bar where you can listen to some of the best music on the island, ranging from lounge to funk and from reggae to electronic, while various live bands spice up the moods. In the summer, Sativa is open all day long, serving breakfast, coffee, and snacks in its dreamy interior courtyard and on the stone-paved street in front. BEBOP Stylish, Cycladic cafe bar, with great views to the sea and the sunset. Funky atmosphere, nice crowd and live music events with a lot of jazz. Try the Caipirinhas!