DESTINATION GUIDE

Things to Do in Paros

30 curated spots from Paros itineraries

Activities & Attractions

12 curated experiences

Kolymbithres Beach
Do
morning

Kolymbithres Beach

Explore rock pools and swim; **photography highlight** at golden hour sunset from north viewpoint (less crowded).

2h 30m · Free
Golden Beach (Chrissi Akti)
Do
morning

Golden Beach (Chrissi Akti)

Spend a slow morning and early afternoon on this long sandy beach; swim, rent loungers, read, and take short shoreline walks.

3h · Free, plus optional $15-25 for two sunbeds
Lefkes Village Stroll
Do
afternoon

Lefkes Village Stroll

Walk marble alleys, visit the main church, and enjoy views of pine-covered hills and the sea from shaded squares.

2h · Free
Livadia Beach
Do
afternoon

Livadia Beach

Stroll 10–15 minutes from the port area to stretch out on the sandy town beach, rent sunbeds if you like, and swim in calm waters; ideal for a first relaxed beach session.

2h 30m · Free, plus optional $15-25 for two sunbeds
Naoussa Photography Walk
Do
afternoon

Naoussa Photography Walk

Capture white alleys, boats, bougainvillea; best angles from upper paths.

1h 30m · Free
Parikia Beach & Panagia Ekatontapiliani
Do
morning

Parikia Beach & Panagia Ekatontapiliani

Swim at the sandy beach then visit the historic Byzantine church; photography highlight with church domes against blue sea (best morning light).

2h · Free
Parikia Free Explore
Do
afternoon

Parikia Free Explore

Cafe hop, souvenir shop; capture street scenes.

2h · $0-15
Parikia Old Town & Panagia Ekatontapiliani
Do
morning

Parikia Old Town & Panagia Ekatontapiliani

After breakfast, wander the narrow whitewashed lanes and visit Panagia Ekatontapiliani (the Church of 100 Doors), then continue through the old market street for a gentle orientation walk.

2h · Free or small donation
Parikia Old Town & Street Market Lanes
Do
morning

Parikia Old Town & Street Market Lanes

Explore the old town’s narrow streets lined with souvenir shops, local crafts, jewelry, and small food products stalls.

2h · Free, plus shopping
Parikia Shopping Streets
Do
afternoon

Parikia Shopping Streets

Browse ceramics, jewelry, and linen shops; less-crowded alleys for couple photos.

1h 30m · $0-20
Parikia Sunset Promenade
Do
evening

Parikia Sunset Promenade

In the evening, walk along the waterfront promenade and out toward the small chapel by the sea to watch the sun sink over the bay, then browse a few nearby shops.

1h 30m · Free
Pounda Beach
Do
morning

Pounda Beach

Lounge on sands, optional yoga; indoor cafe for overcast photo alternatives.

2h · $5-10 chaise

Restaurants & Food

18 local favorites

Soso
Eat
afternoon

Soso

Intimate taverna tucked in the back streets; try creative takes on Greek classics, like slow-cooked meats and imaginative meze.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Taverna Mouragio
Eat
afternoon

Taverna Mouragio

Seafood meze like grilled octopus and chickpea revithada.

1h 15m · $15-22 per person
Yemeni Wine Restaurant
Eat
evening

Yemeni Wine Restaurant

Atmospheric restaurant in Naoussa’s alleys with a strong local wine list; order baked feta, seafood pasta, or slow-cooked lamb.

2h · $30-45 per person
Anna’s Café Golden Beach
Eat
morning

Anna’s Café Golden Beach

Simple beachside café offering coffee, yogurt with honey, and light breakfast dishes right behind the sand.

1h · $10-18 per person
Avli tou Thodori
Eat
morning

Avli tou Thodori

Yogurt bowls and omelets beachfront (15-min bus from Naoussa).

1h · $10-15 per person
Barbarossa
Eat
afternoon

Barbarossa

Fresh fish souvlaki and tzatziki (5-min walk from beach).

1h · $14-20 per person
Blue Dolphin Restaurant
Eat
afternoon

Blue Dolphin Restaurant

Laid-back taverna near the beach serving grilled fish, octopus, and classic Greek sides with views over the water.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Café Symposium
Eat
morning

Café Symposium

Casual café near the old town; order Greek yogurt with honey, a spinach pie, and a freddo cappuccino.

45m · $8-15 per person
Cuore Rosso
Eat
morning

Cuore Rosso

Casual café-pizzeria on the Parikia waterfront; order a breakfast plate or simple pastries with Greek coffee while you watch the harbor wake up.

1h · $10-18 per person
Ephessus Restaurant
Eat
evening

Ephessus Restaurant

Cozy taverna near the waterfront serving Greek and Anatolian dishes; order meze, moussaka, or grilled meats, and share a carafe of local wine.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Fanari
Eat
afternoon

Fanari

Sea bream and greens.

1h 15m · $14-20 per person
Kafenio Paros
Eat
morning

Kafenio Paros

Fava beans and fresh bread (back to Parikia).

1h · $10-14 per person
Le Café Naoussa
Eat
morning

Le Café Naoussa

Harbor-side café with coffee, juice, and light breakfast plates; sit outside overlooking the fishing boats and stone pier.

1h · $10-18 per person
Lefkiano Restaurant
Eat
afternoon

Lefkiano Restaurant

Traditional taverna overlooking the valley; try moussaka, stuffed vegetables, and local house wine.

1h 15m · $20-30 per person
Linardo
Eat
evening

Linardo

Mousaka and stuffed peppers.

1h 30m · $15-22 per person
Siparos
Eat
evening

Siparos

Traditional lamb kleftiko and village salad (15-min bus from Parikia).

1h 30m · $18-25 per person
Taverna Glafkos
Eat
evening

Taverna Glafkos

Seafront taverna tucked by the rocks; order grilled fresh fish, fried zucchini, and house wine with the sound of the waves.

1h 30m · $25-45 per person
To Balkoni tou Aki
Eat
afternoon

To Balkoni tou Aki

Seafront taverna a short walk from the old town; try grilled fish, Greek salad, and local house white wine on the terrace overlooking the bay.

1h 30m · $20-35 per person

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