Paros, the third biggest island of Cyclades called “Yria” at the ancient years! It’s area conceive about 197 square kilometers with 119 kilometers of coastline! It is located almost at the center of Cyclades just 3 to 4 miles from Naxos, a crossroad point for main Greece and all Aegean sea ! When you visit this island the only sure thing is that you will fall in love! A completely original Cycladic island, full of white and blue with unlimited beaches for all the tastes, unlimited activities and places to visit! This combination will make you thinking of Paros for the rest of your life!
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If you want to reach Paros you have many ways to do it! Except the ferries from Peiraeus and Rafina that will take you there in about 5 hours you can also take the airplane from Eleftherios Venizelos (the International Airport of Greece, located near Athens) and in less than 30 minutes you will enjoy the magical landscape of Paros! It is one of the 6 airports in Cyclades where you can find all the services like international airports! An other option to reach Paros is with your own yacht, Sailing or Power boat, it is in your hand! We sailed Paros for 2014 an it was more amazing and beautiful than we expected! Idylic bays with crystal clear waters like all Cycladic islands and unique landscapes in places where you can moor your boat! You will enjoy every second you will stay at this island!
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Except the must stops at Naousa where the main port is also located and Parikia you have also to visit “Livadi”, “Ampelas”, “Piso Livadi”, “Drios” , “Pounta” and “Sarakiniko”. There are many places to visit and explore and let’s say that they are unlimited but we just give you a global idea from where to start!
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Beaches of Paros are really interesting for all of you! You can find a silent beach to relax and enjoy the sun with your family or your friends or you can find a crowded beach with a bar full of music to party all day! Select what fits to you better and enjoy every moment!
We have the top 10 for you!
- “Aliki”
One of the most beautiful Beaches of Paros, with crystal clear waters ideal to relax and enjoy the sun! Ideal for families as it is a calm location with many taverns to enjoy tranditional dishes after swimming!
- “Molos”
Located in a small bay between “Kefalos” and “Antiparos” with golden sand! Reachable with car easily
- “Monastiri”
At the western side of Naousa bay, famous beach with beach bar for all ages!
Try to find out a sea taxi to reach it except your vehicle!
- “Marchelo”
2.5 kilometers out of Parikia, near “Krios” An amazing beach for everyone with crystal clear waters. Also reachable with sea taxi and car!
- “Agia Eirini”
Southern of Parikia, about 4 kilometers away with golden sand and many palms that looks like an exotic place out of Greece!
- “Logaras”
A beach that also took the name of the location where it is! Rated with light blue flag for her waters! You will find many taverns, reastaurants and café-bars to enjoy your food or dring after swimming and not only!
- “Livadia”
Famous and crowded beach for younger people at the northern of Paros. You will find sunbeds and umbrellas to relax and enjoy your drink from the beachbar next of the beach!
- “Chrisi Akti”
Her name means “Golden coast” and it is the biggest beach of Paros and also one of the most beautiful! If you love watersports you will also love this beach! You will find many activities to do like, surfing, diving, paddling etc. Near beach you will find also hotels, rental apartments, bars and restaurants for all your needs!
- “Punta”
Maybe the most famous beach of Paros! 8,5 kilometers out of Paroikia! Organized with sunbeds and umbrellas with an amazing beach club for younger people!
There are also available many watersports like surf, wind-surf and kite-surf !
- “Nea Chrisi Akti”
The “new golden coast” is a beach with her own history! Since 90’s it is the beach that international wind surf tournament is taking place every August! A perfectly organized beach with many facilities!
- “Ampelas”
A small beach away from the other crowded places, ideal to relax with your friends!
There also many fish taverns near there to enjoy fresh fish just out of the water!
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We told about many taverns and restaurants to eat after swimming but we believe that it is better to share with you the best to visit! Cuisine of Paros is completely based on Mediterranean and greek ingredients and it is really delicious! Ask locals about some local Cheese like “Graviera” or “Touloumotiri” And combine it with local red wine like “Mandilaria”, a unique variety of paros!
- “Achinos”
At Naousa, medditeranean tastes with amazing menu to choose from based on fresh fish! Ask for the “special” dish of the day!
- “Ephessus”
Located at Paroikia, a really amazing restaurant! You will find tranditional greek dishes and not only! Explore the menu and you will be amazed with the list of dishes!
- “Ouzeri ton Nautikon”
At the port of Naousa next to the sea! A really tranditional place to drink and eat. You will find many fish based delicacies to combine them with Ouzo!
- “Restaurant Anna”
Traditional delicious tastes at an amazing traditional place! The owner, Anna is always there with a warm and welcome smile for all of you! You will be amazed!
- “Fedras Falafel House”
Let’s taste something different from Middle Eastern cusine of Egypt, here in Greece. A really unique taste that travel you at the roots! Excellent quality and good prices! Naousa
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You maybe just took a taste from this amazing island but you will never understand unless you visit it! You must visit also some amazing sightseens of Paros an the magical spirit will make you feel like a local!
- “Lofos tou Kastrou”
A small castle has its own base at the top of the hill since 13th century! If you visit it you will see near the castle a small ancient housing that there are many small churches! Interesting place to visit!
- “Lofos Kefalou”
A worldwide famous place to visit with a monastery at the top of the hill which is builded on the crater of an ancient volcano! Every rock you will find there is made from lava!
- “Castle of Naousa”
When you reach the port you will understand your self that there is something macigal! It is an ancient fortification building that you have to explore!
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- “Folklore Museum of Naousa”
Visit it and you will be amazed of Paros and her history! You will meet a small summary of the island and many tranditional outfits and accessories.
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- Ancient Pottery Workshop
Explore the ancient workshop, you will be amazed with the things you will see. It is dated to 3rd aion and the the technology that thery were using was really from the future!
You read about many places and beaches to visit and you may feel exhausted and also wondering where to stay! Here we have also some suggestions for you! There are available many hotels and apartments to choose from. From personal experience from other times we traveled at Paros we suggest you these :
- “Petres hotel”
A really ideal place to stay! A boutique hotel where you can choose between many different rooms, very friendly staff and excellent services! Located at Naousa in a “hided” amazing place! All locals know about it so just ask for it!
- “Archipelagos Resort Hotel”
We would say that it is one of the best places to stay in the world!
amazing small “group” aparthments with amazing view! You will find also an amazing pool where you can swim or enjoy your cocktail late at night! Very good prices and excellent services! Located at Agia Eirini
We are sure that you will fall in love with this island! When you explore it and discover more and more you will understand! A week is not enough for sure to explore this island.. try to stay as more as possible! You worth it until the end!
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Do not forget to ask about some boat tours that taking place in the island! Locals know the island more than anyone else! They will bring you to the most beautiful places reachable only from sea and your sailing boat! You will be amazed!
You can also try Diving to the amazing sea bottom of “Aliki” or “Naousa”! There are teams consisted by professionals that will help you at all and make you enjoy every moment!
There are also available other activities like surf, wind surf, wake surf, jet ski and not only! Just ask about it! We hope to see you soon! If we miss something you may wanted to know just ask for it! There are too many memories and feelings where words will be never be enough to describe them! Just… VISIT PAROS!
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