Paros

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Paros is one of the most popular and most exciting Islands of Greece. It is located at the region of south Aegean and comprises part of Cyclades complex. Paros has two very famous and beautiful towns, the city of Paros or Parikia and the traditional village of Naoussa.  Paros will impress you with its wonderful beaches and landscape. Especially, the little harbour of Naoussa is definitely a unique site of this destination. The biggest town of the Island is Parikia. Parikia is the main port and it is full of small traditional houses. Moreover, besides its traditional white houses, the small alleys and piteresque squares, a great number of old orthodox churches can also be found in the city. Hotels in Paros and especially hotels in Naoussa and hotels in Parikia are popular for their high class services and facilities. In almost all of the beautiful beaches of Paros, you will find a large number of quality Paros hotels and restaurants. For that reason there is no suprise that this Cycladic Island is one of the most popular Islands of the Aegean. You should not miss visiting the little fishermans harbour of Naoussa, the beach of Kolybithres with the unique rocks, the beach of Santa Maria and the grand beach bar of Pounda beach.
 

Best Beaches

Close to the city of Paros you will find beautiful sandy beaches with friendly surroundings. The most well known beach is the beach of Pounda, with an impressive beach club around it. Santa Maria beach is another beach with incredible crystal waters. However, in almost the whole island of Paros you will find quality beaches. The most famous beaches are Chryssi Akti, Santa Maria, Piso Livadi, Kolybithres (with the nice monastiri beach bar) and of course Pounda Beach. If you want to combine your summer holidays with the exciting lifestyle of Paros, but during your visit want also to enjoy the seaside, we suggest you to book a hotel in Paros in advance. Paros hotels are mostly located close to the seafront and offer rooms with sea view. Nice accommodation and hotels you will also find in the stylish town of Naoussa.
 

Nightlife

Paros can be drscribed well as a party Island. Particularly, all year long you can find a unique variety of bars, restaurants and night clubs. Of course, during the summer period the party mood increases and the choices multiply. In the little alleys of Parikia and Naoussa you will be able to dance till the morning and enjoy refreshing summer drinks. There are also several restaurants and tavernas that serve traditional Greek dinner or lunch next to the sea. Greece is the country of coffee; therefore you must have your coffee in one of the modern cafés of Paros. Many well known restaurants are located inside the little alleys and the beautiful harbour of Naoussa. Nevertheless, if you are looking for a high class dinner, do not hesitate to visit the restaurants of the luxurious hotels Paros.

Sightseeing

Parikia town is the capital and the main port of the island. The architecture of the city resembles the one of the other Cyclades with little white cubic houses. This simplicity will make you feel relaxed. Furthermore, the little harbour of Naoussa is perfectly preserved and it is very well protected by the municipality. Of course, it is suggested to enjoy a glass of Ouzo in front of the nice fisher boatsi. One other important site that you should not miss is the little island of Antiparos.  You can access Antiparos with a ferry from Paros. If you like to walk, you may explore the little alleys of the picturesque town of Antiparos and visit some of the shops with souvenirs and summer clothes.  Moreover, you can really enjoy a daily boat excursion in the beautiful Island of Naxos which is very close and has rich history. You can rent a car as well in order to explore the whole Island and visit some of its traditional villages.

  

Getting around

You can reach Paros by car and ferry (taken from Pireas, the port of Athens) (approx. 4, 5 hours). Another way to reach Paros is to fly to its international airport from Athens. Furthermore, during summer there is daily connection from Paros airport to many European cities. Furthermore, Parikia and Naoussa have daily connections to the main villages, beaches and resorts with the local buses.  In the Island you will find taxis as well which are willing to bring you to your final destination for a minimum cost. For more information you may contact either your hotel in Paros or a tourist information office. 

Other Popular Greek Cities and Islands : Athens, Thessaloniki, Corfu, Rhodes, Santorini,Nafplio, Mykonos, Skiathos

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