Local tips
Our favourite places to visit, explore and enjoy independently in Paros.
24 places shown
Lefkes village
Village A traditional mountain village with narrow streets, beautiful Cycladic architecture and great views.
Antiparos
Island An easy day trip for a relaxed harbour town, Cycladic lanes, beaches and the famous Antiparos Cave.
Cave of Antiparos
Nature A dramatic cave in the heart of Antiparos, known for its ancient stalactites and steep descent.
Kolymbithres Beach
Beach Distinctive granite formations frame several small sandy coves in Naoussa Bay.
Parikia old town
Culture Whitewashed lanes, small shops and historic corners tucked behind Paros’s waterfront and port.
Frankish Castle of Parikia
Culture Historic castle remains woven into the lanes of Parikia’s old town, with a lovely sunset atmosphere nearby.
Archaeological Museum of Paros
Culture A compact museum in Parikia with finds that trace the island’s long history.
Naousa
Village A lively fishing village with a picturesque harbour, whitewashed lanes and Venetian remains.
Panagia Ekatontapiliani
Culture One of Greece’s most important early Christian monuments, just behind Parikia’s waterfront.
Prodromos village
Village A quiet traditional village of flower-filled lanes, small arches and peaceful squares.
Aliki Beach
Beach A sheltered village beach with shallow water and tavernas close by.
Piso Aliki Beach
Beach A relaxed stretch of sand and small white pebbles, backed by sea pines just beyond Aliki.
Agios Nikolaos Beach
Beach A sandy beach near Aliki with clear, shallow water and easy access from the village.
Golden Beach
Beach A long sandy beach on Paros’s south-east coast, also known as Chrissi Akti.
Santa Maria Beach
Beach A broad sandy beach on the north-east coast, a short drive from Naoussa.
Kalogeros Beach
Beach A quieter cove reached from Molos, backed by distinctive clay-rich cliffs.
Faragas Beach
Beach A sheltered south-coast beach near Aliki, formed by a series of small coves.
Marcelo Beach
Beach A long sandy beach in Parikia Bay, close to Krios and sheltered by the bay.
Monastiri Beach
Beach A sheltered cove beside Paros Park and the Monastery of Agios Ioannis Detis.
Agia Eirini Beach
Beach A small sandy beach south of Parikia, recognisable for its palms and tamarisks.
Logaras Beach
Beach A sandy east-coast beach beside Logaras and within easy reach of Piso Livadi.
Glifa Beach
Beach A peaceful Antiparos beach with clear water and trees that provide welcome natural shade.
Lageri Beach
Beach A quiet, natural beach on Paros’s north-east coast with sand, clear water and an undeveloped setting.
Lolantonis Beach
Beach A relaxed south-east coast beach below a hillside, with clear water and a quieter atmosphere.