Top 29 things to do and attractions in Parikia

I must say I was disappointed that I had not gone earlier to visit the amazing sights of the museum. Paros should add this to their tourist must visit. The rich ancient culture needs to be celebrated and shared significantly more than it currently is. Groups like @friendsofparos will definitely make some changes for the preservation, celebration of all that is Paros.

The museum houses magnificent artifacts and is certainly worth a visit. However, it is in urgent need of renovation. The restrooms are in poor condition, cleanliness is lacking, and many areas require maintenance. The exhibition itself needs modernization—particularly in the way objects are presented. The explanation cards appear to be decades old, possibly over 50 years. Additionally, the surrounding area is unkempt and neglected. Immediate attention is required to preserve and enhance the visitor experience.

Small but interesting museum of Paros artifacts. Very beautifully illustrated marble sarcofags.

A nice small museum, with three rooms and a courtyard hosting the exhibits. It takes 30-40 min to see all of it. Most of the exhibited sculptures are not in the best state of conservation, unfortunately, but still give you an idea. The mosaic in the courtyard is very beautiful.

Very neat little museum, with interesting items . Worth a look

A nice little museum with some good archeological finds. The entrance is only €3 which we felt was appropriate. It is very close from the port of Paros and is about a 10-15 mins walk from there. Maybe about 20-30 mins are enough to see as it is not a very big museum.

⚓A must visit when u arrive at Paroikia. ✅Plenty of historical evidence of different cultures, starting with Greek state of Paros and Temple of Artemis located at first at Despotiko island which was a part of Antiparos island and one of central trade ports of Cyclades islands, reaches back into ancient times.

Small pieces of wall left not much else, to be honest. Fascinating history, though. The tower and the battlements on the waterfront are all that's left.

Sadly you can't see the inside... At least when we were there two times. But the view from up there is wonderful, perfect to see the sunset. Bring something to drink!

Beautiful view of the Parikia harbour, and in the heart of a very pretty neighbourhood with typical houses, the castle is not in itself a lot to see. The walls are very curious though, made of slabs taken from ancient temples.

Not much left. It is interesting to see the salvaged stone of earlier classic buildings being used.

Fascinating detour if walking around the old town. Not really a destination attraction but worth making the effort of you're already nearby. The ancient Greek temple near the castle offers more to see, including spectacular views over the bay. Would be amazing to visit at sunset. Didn't seem to be busy for the duration of our visit mid afternoon.

Beautiful art. Its breathtaking how perfect it is put together

Are you looking for a perfect sunset spot in Parikia? This place is for you!🤩 Depends from the season but it can get very crowd in the evening, but one evening I recommend to spend there and watch the sunset!👌🇬🇷

Nice place, near the port, like 5-10 minutes chill walk. Sandy beach with a bit rocky "entrance" under the water. Also, it is very close to the road and sidewalk, so if you want some privacy, this is not your place, but overall, it is a good place to swim and sunbathe .

Opinions about the beach, often described in reviews and guides as "amazing," seem to have been heavily influenced by the local souma. The beach itself is rather unappealing, with dirty sand and a muddy seabed. On one side, there’s heavy car traffic along the road by the shore, accompanied by noise and exhaust fumes. On the other, frequent ferry traffic generates not just a carbon footprint but a very real and overpowering smell of fuel and exhaust. When the wind blows from the sea, it creates an atmosphere that can make any beachgoer feel quite miserable. Brrrr!

BE SURE TO WEAR WATER SHOES WHEN SWIMMING. Awesome beach to lay down and tan at! There were not too many people and we were able to find a spot just fine. I unfortunately stepped on something very sharp in the water (some other comments mentioned sea urchins) and I saw multiple people get injured and have to leave from stepping on something sharp.

This part of the island is quite busy with ferries and boats. Water is not clear. Try to avoid if you can, there are many nice beaches within 15 min distance.

Pleasant beach, but lots of sea urchins near the water's edge so recommend going further around the bay where you are able to swim without worrying about getting spiked

Nice sandy beach located just up from the port. Fairly shallow water goes further out then most. Restaurants, bars and cafes located around either side, and just across the road

There was some plastic, litter, and seaweed in the water. The sand felt dirty, and the seabed was muddy. The beach is situated close to a road, which brought constant noise and unpleasant exhaust odors. Overall, the water and atmosphere were noticeably less appealing compared to other beaches.

We leave a little piece of our hearts in Paros. Lovely island 🏝️

For me this island was a surprise, after been in so many others , Mykonos included i found Paros so much better, about price, acomodación and options. Maeby for my taste everything was very crowded but defenetly you can find lots and diferents things to do.

Such a lovely island, clear water on the beach, charming streets and shops, and plenty more to love. We went to both Naoussa & Parikia for the museum. We enjoyed this trip very much, glad we decided to come here not just staying at Santorini.

One of our favourite islands from our trip (Milos, Paros and Koufonisi). Our absolute favourite was Koufonisi because of its beaches and wilderness. However Paros came close second with its beautiful villages and beaches. We had some delicious food there too and the locals were really welcoming. I highly recommend staying near Naousa as this is where it's happening. Parikia gets pretty quiet at night.

Beautiful beaches that are So clean as well as the water Definitely worth checking out especially the sunrise. Beautiful like the rest of Grease

So far is my favourite place in Greece! Great weather, fantastic beaches, delicious food with plenty of restaurants, amazing architecture and breathtaking views everywhere you look

A comparatively big island with many ports, beautiful beaches and small cities to visit. A lot of places to visit and also many graceful churches. People are very friendly. Nice transportation by ferries and small boats to other islands and inland you should use rentable cars or motorcycles because it's a relatively big island. You can also come by your motor vehicle or naval one. This island is one of a kind: recommended to all!

Old burial ground that is fenced off but you can easily see in. The sign says this is one of the best and most organised ancient burial sites in The Cyclades. There is a sign in front with some details but was expecting something more interesting or better details to make it more interesting given the claim. In my opinion not worth a big detour but as the harbour is so nice to walk along it’s worth walking along the harbour and taking a few minutes to stop and look.

Walked right past the cemetery first time around and nearly missed it. Shame that the little building with photos of the excavations and full skeletons and cremated remains was closed. Looks like it’s used as a maintenance hut. Still amazing to see.

you'll notice something when walking by but without knowing it's a cemetery you wouldn't know. it's okay, there are other things nearby that are more worth it to visit seeing as this is near where the ferry stops, you can take a small detour to visit it but there's nothing that you're missing out on

Not much to see here. A blink and you'll miss it site.

Surreal

Sarcophagus are touchable

(Translated by Google) Archaeological Site of great value that unfortunately in August 2021 was closed to the public. The same goes for the small building next to the exhibits. You can only see them around the perimeter. (Original) Αρχαιολογικός Χώρος μεγάλης αξίας που δυστυχώς τον Αύγουστο 2021 ήταν κλειστός για το κοινό. Το ίδιο και το μικρό κτίριο δίπλα με τα εκθέματα. Μπορείς να τα δεις μόνο περιμετρικά.

Museum is poor, a few poor idols and triptychs. The only good part is access to the baptistry.

Use this ticket to enter the baptistry and the roof of the church.

Museum is small but well maintained. The ticket includes access to the inner parts of the Holy Shrine of the Virgin Mary, including the ancient bapistry. Well worth a visit! Takes about an hour to see everything.

(Translated by Google) Small, interesting museum but very focused on icons. Allows access to the baptistery and the upper gallery of the church (Original) Petit musée intéressant mais très centré sur les icônes. Permet l'accès au baptistère et à la galerie supérieure de l'église

(Translated by Google) Interesting church and museum. Definitely visit. Baptistery and museum only 2 Euro. (Original) Interessante kerk en museum. Zeker bezoeken. Doopkapel en museum slechts 2 Euro.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful building. Entrance is only charged for visiting part of the building (relics, icons). (Original) Très belle bâtisse. L'entrée est payante seulement pour la visite d'une partie du bâtiment (reliques, icônes).

(Translated by Google) Museum of interest, particularly for the baptistery. (Original) Musée interessant notamment pour le baptistère.

For a the perfect beach day this is the spot. Lovely beach, great set up, delicious food and remarkable service. Triple thanks to Costas for going above and beyond to make this day one for the books! Book way in advance and don’t forget to wear your nice beachwear.

There was clearly a lovely beach here but it’s almost wholly hidden by sunloungers etc. overpriced food and drinks, and the ‘cash only’ operation feels like a scam etc It’s operating as if it’s private beach (which is illegal- all Greek beaches are supposed to be open to everyone). Quite bizarre that so many people🤡 give great reviews to a greedy operator who treats the beach as a profit operation and abuses the rights of the people to use the beach!!

Nice beach with sunbeds for rent. Somewhat pricy at €40 for a pair of beds but if you stay the full day it’s very chill. Plus sand and water is 1000x better than in parikia

Really unfriendly staff. We wanted to rent a place at the beach as there was plenty of room left, but after the boss gave us a bad look, they were fully booked. Even though we did not reserve, we were dressed nicely and yet still rejected.

Arrived at the beach, we were looked at as we were trash eventhough I was with my girlfriend and dressed well. Lots of space left yet we could not rent one place at the beach. We did not feel to buy anything after this encounter. Tip to the host: make yourself known if you want to reject someone, don’t hide beyond your employees.

Only make the trek if you’ve already made a booking. No beach space for towels. Pre booked lounges only.

We liked the beach. No wind when în the south is very windy. We found shells în the water.

A gem in Parikia. Drinks are on point and they have a rotating craft cocktail menu that doesn’t miss. Staff is always conversational and fun. Great location and vibes - mix of locals and tourists.

The best bar we went to while staying in Paros! The music is excellent, a blend of jazz and soft rock, phenomenal music. The prices were good and the staff very friendly and kind! The place was also well decorated and the lighting was incredible.

I dont know why people give this so many stars. The drinks are so expensive. Like 13 euro for a mini cocktail!!! Very disappointing. We're tourists, we're not stupid!! The service was so bad and paying that kind of money is ridiculous!!

A cozy cocktail bar with a good selection of drinks available. The team were friendly and offered suggestions. The drinks were not as cheap as other places in Paros, but worth it for well crafted cocktails 👌🏼

Friendly service and nice drinks, some smaller than others.

Nice Spot, Cocktails were good, Staff were friendly and the music made for an excellent vibe. Drinks were a bit pricier than elsewhere but I felt the quality of the bar made it worthwhile.

Best place we visited in Paros. Bartenders were friendly and engaging. They really care about the quality of drinks they are serving.

Old beach club / disco, now only restaurant with beach service. Comfortable beds and mattresses, very quiet place. Bar/restaurant overpriced, good service. Sunbeds/umbrella price (end of July 2025) - beach (1-2 rows): 50€ - sandy yard: 30€

We had an amazing day here. The service, food and location are first rate and the owner made us feel right at home. The rental price for the sunbeds (30 Euros) is very reasonable and food is reasonably priced also. Would definitely come back here

Highly Recommend! Review is of the restaurant. Location: Beautiful restaurant overlooking the bay. Amazing spot right on the sea. (Sunset is there but a bit blocked by the cliff if dining, move your feet to see it.) Food SUPERB! Best fish I have ever tasted, it’s called Dorand. White fish, it’s succulent and full of meat. The flavor is out of this world. Sweet and tasty OMG. And the chef cooked it perfectly. Great crisp on skin and soft white meat in middle. It’s heaven for sure and could order this all the time! Was deboned right in front of me. Salad was fresh. Sesame Bread made that day. Lovely taste and seeds. Fries are always good in Greece.. local potatoes cooked perfectly. Free dessert of baklava. Service impeccable! Great friend I met in Leftoris, (sorry if I misspelled your name). Great guy with a beautiful energy. Will Come back just to say hello to you and have a beer! Will come here again for the swim, the food and the company. Absolutely amazing place to witness and experience!

If you’re wanting to get away from the touristy/instagram type beach clubs then this place is perfect. In the weekday it’s super quiet, incredible sandy beach, beds cost €50 for two (which isn’t the cheapest but not the most expensive). The food and service is also incredible. Great fresh fish (grilled squid was amazing). Lovely family feel to it serving authentic Greek dishes reasonably priced.

Wonderful place, very one of a kind staff and good food! I loved the place and the vibe. The portions were huge. The watermelon was really really tasty. The staff was very friendly and hard working. One of the best so far I’ve visited in Paros! Looking forward to come back

Beautifull little club and restaurant at the beach. Food is great and the service is really nice. Great place to have dunner while seeing the sunset over the sea.

Beautiful place with a really nice beach vibe. We had dinner at a beautiful sunset. The waiter was very friendly and helpful. The food was very good. Squid, Greek salad and souvlaki.

Worth every penny! The boat is very well spaced, we went on a day the boat was full and yet we still felt like there was tons of room. The food at launch and brunch are great, the alcohol which is free is fun, they don't cheap out on anything. Snorkeling is a must and they provide you with the gear and everything

This catamaran trip exceeded our expectations! From the moment we boarded the boat, the staff ensured our day was enjoyable. They greeted us with lemonade to start and provided plenty of delicious food throughout- including brunch, lunch, and fresh fruit at the end. Beverages were offered throughout the day. There was plenty of room on the boat for our party of seven (ages ranging from 11 to 83 years old). Snorkeling equipment was provided, and the stops were all picturesque with plenty of time for swimming or snorkeling. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone contemplating it!

If you visit Paros, this is the experience that you will remember, a must do. From the first second you feel warmly welcomed, and during the whole trip the availability and kindness of the staff make you feel like home. Very beautiful catamaran, plenty of space, delicious food, unlimited soft drinks and wine, beautiful swimming spots and equipment. A big thank you to the staff, I would recommend to do the trip to everyone, one of the best highlights of the holiday here in Paros. Book it right now, won’t be disappointed :)

This was by far the best catamaran tour I’ve ever experienced! The crew was incredibly warm and hospitable - loved Julie!! The food was delicious, and the complimentary wine was top-notch too. The boat was relaxed, fun, and full of good vibes. Each stop along the way was stunning and perfect for swimming, taking photos, and enjoying the beauty of Paros. Truly an unforgettable day!

Such an amazing day with this company. We were going to do a boat cruise out of Naoussa where we were staying but the hotel suggested going into Parikia. We stopped at 4 locations and the spots were incredible. Blue lagoon was a highlight but the other stops were just as beautiful. crystal clear water!! The lunch was surprisingly wonderful also- greek salad, pasta salad, fish and skewers were served. The crew was fantastic but there was one crew member named Coline that made the tour a five star. She was lovely, upbeat, very detail oriented and she chatted with everyone (in multiple languages!). Such a great day that now we want to do another boat tour on our next island.

We did the 7 hour day trip with the Regaki catamaran and it was awesome! The crew were very friendly and the brunch and BBQ lunch were both delicious. There were four stops for swimming off the boat. Didn’t feel too long. Free wine, beer, water and soft drinks were provided throughout the whole trip. Was well worth it and I highly recommend this experience!

My girlfriend and I visited from New York City and took the 7-hour boat cruise around Paros and Antiparos—it was incredible! The staff were warm and attentive, greeting us by name, keeping drinks and food flowing, and sharing stories about the islands’ history and culture. The boat itself was spacious, with plenty of private spots to relax, sunbathe, or jump into the crystal-clear water. Every stop was memorable, but swimming through caves in Antiparos was the highlight. An unforgettable experience—we’d do it again in a heartbeat!

Amazing! We rented a couple stand up paddles and it was an incredible experience. The ocean does not have a lot of current so it’s perfect for beginners. The owner is very friendly and helpful, she even helped us book a boat ride. Completely recommended!

Amazing beach but the most amazing was the Marcello watersports . Katerina and Angelos were very polite , friendly and professionals. Thank you for everything guys we will be back soon .

Great experience! The staff was super friendly, the beach is beautiful, and the paddle boats/ sups /kayakd options are perfect for all levels. A must-do in Paros!

Very nice experience!We had so much fun with our kids and felt so safe!The personnel provided us even lifejackets!!!

Excellent beach spot for families and beyond! Well organized and impeccable service! Keep up the good work✨

Very profecional super hospitality everything was very safe for my kids,we will come again thank you very mutch for everything !!!!

Today we had a best experience off our life’s thank you very mutch for you hospitality was perfect!!!we recommended 10000%

The Church of 100 Doors (Panagia Ekatontapiliani) is an absolute must-see when visiting Paros. It’s a stunning and historic site with a calm and spiritual atmosphere that immediately makes you slow down and take it all in. The architecture is beautiful, and it’s fascinating to wander around and discover the different chapels and details within the complex. As someone who isn’t religious, I still found it truly fascinating to see how much significance the locals give to the church and its traditions. Watching the deep respect and devotion was in itself a unique experience. Even if you’re not particularly religious, the sense of history and tranquility makes it worth a visit. This said however, it is not something far of special from other churches.

Absolutely beautiful. Give yourself some time if you can. We only had about 30 minutes while we were waiting for the ferry and I SO wish I’d had more time to just sit and be there for a little while. Gorgeously maintained, absolute gem.

The church has an excellent display of icons and frescoes. Admission to the museum also allows the into the second level of the church and the babistery which are well worth the 3€ charge.

Walking distance form the port One of the oldest churches Beautiful place, croissing a cloister before accessing it Even if you have few minutes before catching a ferry… it a not missed place

Beautiful church to visit. They have shawls by the church entrance to cover bare shoulders, out of respect. The marble carvings and artistry all around are wonderful. I'd recommend learning a bit about it's history with a quick search beforehand to make the visit even more meaningful.

Only 3 Euro gives you access to the museum and additional areas of the cathedral. Don't forget to look up as you wander or you will miss many frescoes.

A wonderful church with an ancient history. Well worth the time to visit along with the museum.

We rented the scooter online on the ferry on the same day. Confirmation was received by email and a few hours later we were at the rental office to pick it up. The first thing we heard was that it was no longer available and that we could have a larger one for an extra charge. We then made it clear that we insisted on the reservation we had ordered. Suddenly it worked out and we got the scooter we had booked. The staff are generally friendly, but the handling of helmets etc. is terrible. The scooter was handed over to us without any indication that the tank was almost empty (the fuel light came on when we set off). We were also not told where to return the scooter at the airport in Paros, as there was no official rental office there. If we hadn't actively asked again because we hadn't found any on google maps, we would probably have spent a very long time searching... In addition, the deposit of 10% which is reserved on the credit card was deducted without explanation. Unfortunately, this is not good service for these prices.

Probably the most service minded car/moto rental we have ever tried. Since we stayed in Náousa, they delivered the ATV at the Villa and picked it back up. Very smooth, best price and the best guys☀️

Renting a car has never been easier or more straightforward. Fantastic to deal with from beginning to end. Friendly, efficient, charming... and the car brought to and picked up from our hotel. Definitely would recommend.

Our experience with this rental company was disappointing. The scooter we received had no side stand or phone holder, which was inconvenient. The staff was rather dismissive and even tried to change the pickup times we had already agreed on online. On top of that, they charged extra for a lock, which felt like a money grab, since it’s also in their own best interest that the vehicle doesn’t get stolen. I had contact with one of the employees via WhatsApp, as he messaged me while I was still on the boat to arrange a faster handover — which was convenient at first. However, when I later used the same number to ask questions (for example about my concern that the ABS might not be working), replies came very slowly or not at all. The only response I got was: “Don’t worry.” For me, this is a serious safety concern, and I expected to be taken more seriously. On the positive side: the location is very convenient, right by the port, so it’s easy to pick up your scooter when you arrive.

Good company, they dropped off the car at our Villa and picked it up with-out a hitch. I docked an otherwise 5 star review for late drop off (about an hour) and for very low gas (one peg). But with traffic here on the island and low gas being typical in our experience- don’t let these minor bumps dissuade you from renting a car from this outfit… we certainly won’t.

Had a family group as clients travelling to Paros. We previously booked a car with Chaniotis but as for my client's surprise, the car was in a awful condition but they claimed they didn't have any other car to offer. The car gear level was completely broken but still the company and Antonis Ragkousis claimed there was nothing wrong with it. We had to find another provider elsewhere so we sent numerous emails to Chaniotis asking for a refund. They completely ghosted us which I find completely unprofessional. Feeling scammed and lost 300€. Avoid this rental place at all cost.

I physically went to the agency and asked to rent a buggy. In practice, the representative called a company named Paros ATV Club and booked the buggy for me through them. I also made the payment directly to the person who delivered the vehicle. Just two hours after taking the buggy, it broke down and wouldn’t start. They apologized and brought me a replacement, but eight hours later, it broke down again. This time, at 6:30 PM, no one is even answering the phone. This whole disappointing experience cost me €100, and now I have no idea how I’ll be able to return the vehicle tomorrow if it won’t start again… ⸻

There is a fence surrounding the quarries, and the sign warns of falling rocks. The sign says enter at your own risk, and the fence has a hole in it. You can enter the tunnels of the quarry through the whole in the fence. The tunnel is dark and chilly with many spider webs on the ground. We went only a short way for lack of a good flashlight, but enjoyed the short walk into the underworld.

We found the marble quarry a nice little outing from Parikia. We went through the very welcoming hole in the fence and had a little look, it was interesting to see the mouth of the quarry. There was also a nice man selling hand carved marble figures which was really cool.

Very interesting ancient quarry. Eerie caves are walkable if you dare to visit. The marble here was used to make Napoleon's tomb, so many like to visit for that reason. It's a long walk so be prepared and have some water to drink and good shoes. It's very easy to miss this on the road so drive slowly.

If you visit, please go to the small marble workshop and meet one of the nicest men in Paros. Buy a marble work of his and make his day! Fun historical site as well, informative signs and history to read.

Enjoyed walking around there, it’s amazing to know that marble was taken from here and used for many other ancient sites across Greece. A must visit

Interesting and worth a stop if you are nearby! We didn’t venture into the cave however was interesting to have a look at the entrance. Ample parking and can easily be accessed using a 2WD.

Very cool location to explore. Think of it as one part historic site and one part nature walk. Wear comfy shoes. A cool marble road leads from the main road to some ruined buildings used by the former mining company and numerous trails leading to cave entrances. Enter at your own risk--no lifeguard on duty.

⸻ We had a great experience renting from this place! The selection of scooters and motorcycles was excellent — all modern, clean, and in great shape. It was perfect for our family of three. It had all the features we needed, and it was safe. The scooter had a top case, was comfortable, and fun to ride. The staff were super friendly and helpful, making the whole rental process quick and easy. The prices were great, especially for the quality of the vehicles and service. If you're after a smooth, enjoyable ride and a great overall experience, this is highly recommended. We'll absolutely be back!

Excellent service. Fabulous scooters. You might find cheaper scooters on the island, but these are new and powerful. This does two things for you: you won’t be stranded on a beach because your scooter wouldn’t start AND you get enough power to get you out of sticky situations on the mountain roads.

I rented a 50 cc scooter for 5 days and I couldn’t be more satisfied. My travel experience in Paros with this scooter was fantastic and definitely added value to my trip! I explored the entire island of Paros (and even Antiparos) without any issues, both on paved and unpaved roads. The scooter I rented was in perfect condition, practically brand new. When I arrived, Maria not only gave me great tips on where to go – restaurants, beaches, etc. – which turned out to be amazing (!!), but she also helped me install a phone holder on the scooter, so I could easily follow the route. As a solo traveler, this was incredibly helpful!! Thank you so much. Riding around Paros on this scooter was an unforgettable experience for me. The landscapes you can see while traveling by scooter are simply breathtaking. Plus, it’s super convenient for getting around the island quickly and on a budget (only €20 per day for the scooter and gas is cheap). Everything was just perfect. The owners are truly kind and helpful, and they speak several languages – I felt immediately at ease and warmly welcomed. I also felt completely safe, both riding the scooter and relying on Maria and Yannis. Great service, unforgettable experience. Highly recommend Paros Bike Rentals!! I left a piece of my heart on this island – and a big part of that is thanks to this scooter adventure. A huge thank you to Maria and Yannis for everything!! I really hope to return soon – and I’ll definitely come back here to rent a scooter.

We recently hired scooters from Paros Bikes. Lovey family business who were friendly and helpful. We unfortunately had a small incident and when we told them they were more concerned about whether we had hurt ourselves rather than what damage had been done to the bike. Maria, Yannis and their mother gave us lots of tips on where to go on Paros and Antiparos. We hired the bikes over 2 days and saw so much of the islands and was definitely one our highlights of our European vacation. Definitely recommend this company.

We had a great experience with this family-run business, which clearly raises the overall standard of car/scooter rentals, from mother to daughter! Here, service comes first, and they’re not looking to make money off you by scamming you. The young woman who helped us was extremely friendly and gave us plenty of great recommendations for exploring the island. The scooter we rented was also in perfect condition. In short, everything was perfect. Even if you have to walk a bit from the port, it’s definitely worth it for a peaceful vacation!

Great scooter rental with a large selection of well-maintained scooters. Very friendly service and good value for money. I highly recommend it, I would rent here again.

Rented a 50cc scooter from Paros Bike Rentals for 3 days but returned it earlier than planned for reasons completely unrelated to the scooter or the company. Maria was amazing, so understanding and kind. She didn’t even charge us for the unused days. Great service, highly recommend!

Breakfast ti make peace with the world.... Came here early morning before taking the ferry, on a windy day.. Delicious food and a view on the water, all you need. Very, very kind staff.

Overall good I would say, but not extraordinary. We liked the scrambled eggs with bacon and the yogurt with fruits. Coffee was not one of the best I had in Paros or Greece. Staff was friendly and kind

Delicious breakfast! Loved the strawberry juice. The salmon in the breakfast sandwich was fresh and delicious. The stack of pancakes was perfect. Highly recommend!

We came here for brunch today and it was the best food we have had in Greece. Coffee was excellent and same as the juices. Very nice place to come!

There was not many people here but the service was so slow and not very good. Had run out of bagels, salmon and granola and it wasn’t really that late of the morning for breakfast. Freddo Choco was nice though I’d pick somewhere else along the water front personally!

The location is great, but the quality of the food (we had brunch here) is mediocre at best and service is very lacking. Would not come back, to be honest

I really wanted to have breakfast here. The restaurant is a bit hidden inside. We ordered 4 dishes, 3 coffees and 3 freshly squeezed orange juices. The eggs and avocado bread were ok. There could have been more avocado on it. The taste was a bit lukewarm. The bill was also a surprise, 70 euros. On the other islands breakfast was half the price, a pity. Ambience 3 stars Service 3 stars Food 3 stars Price/performance 2 stars

Cool beach with rocky features you can tan/sit on. You can walk along the shore and find nice spots along there. Lots of areas protected from the waves. Sun chairs and umbrellas for rent - we opted out of those and settled for the humble ground.

So beautiful and unique. Sunbathe on the rocks, the sand, or rent a chair for the day. Enjoy the sheltered swimming (though we found the water cooler than at Monastiri).

Nice beach a quick and easy bus ride from Naoussa. We opted to walk down to the sand spots without the umbrellas and sun beds. There were a couple trees that offered pockets of shade. It was fun to see the rock formations of the area, while still having sandy beach time. I had read it was somewhat protected from the winds, but didn’t really feel that way when we were there.

It’s a beach with crystal-clear water where you can sit on the natural rocks and sunbathe. We thought it would be nice if there were a place serving beer, but maybe it’s even better in its untouched state.

The beach was amazing, with crystal-clear blue waters. However, it didn’t quite live up to the hype. We enjoyed the water sports and the friendly staff.

Beautiful small beach a short taxi ride away from Naoussa. We paid €13 for round trip water taxi. We visited in October so there isn’t an open beach bar or chairs but there’s spots of sand to lay out and it’s nice and peaceful. Water is clear and beautiful. We enjoyed our few hours here. Helpful tip: water taxis can be paid in cash or card and there’s an easy to locate stand right on the marina where the boats with orange tops are! We also asked a local to direct us and they were very friendly!

Had very high expectations from this beach and it was nice, but not that special. Also super crowded (visited early June) and even a bit dirty when we were there with garbage left behind. Five minutes’ drive north, in the Paros Park, the beaches are more special and quiet!!

For me this place is really interesting. Follow the track in from the sign at the coastal road until you reach another sign pointing up into the rock. Climb up over the rock following a “track” someone has helpfully marked with stone piles. Up at the top there is at least one petroglyph as well as many fragments of smashed ceramics. Feel free to look at these but please do not remove them.

You need good shoes to go up! The path is not very well signposted. It's not an easy climb. The view from the top, on the other hand, is very beautiful. You can see all the surrounding beaches.

Mycenae, Mikines, Archeological Site Our final stop is the archeological site of Mikines, (there are several spellings of this place, am confused, guessing the Greek are as well, haha) Nice slow walk up the mountain, not too bad, less strenuous than the other sites we visited! But it appears that the one and only point of real interest is the Lion Head, beside of course the various remnants of this site, clearly explained in the various tablets/signs well positioned as appropriate! We got our fill of history on Greece on this trip, although I know there are many more to be explored, but just that there is never enough time! But we got a great idea & exposure which is what it was all about! Credit to Greeka.com: The Mycenaean Acropolis in Kolymbithres Paros: The hill overlooking Kolymbithres is the site where remains of the Mycenaean Acropolis are found from the 13th century BC. Parts of the remains were brought to light in 1975 by archaeologist Dimitris Skilardis. #magicalholidays#thetourist #greece #athens #holidaysurprise #mycenae #mikines

Please keep in mind that you will have to do a steep hike up the mountains that will take about 25 min. The views and the experience are definitelyworth it. On top top op the mountain you will find an old akropolis, great place to take pictures. Not for the faint of heart, older people or children. Take water and good shoes with you.

Remarkable place. If you don’t mind being a little risky it brings out the jungle gym climbing kid in you. I climbed on all sides of the hill looking for ruins. The rocks dance and leap but are actually quite grippy and easy to scramble up. As fascinating as the ruins are they geology is the real show.

Very cool hike, but not a path or really any clue what the ruins were. The views from the top of the mountain were great though. It is quite strenuous and watch out for the goats!

Well worth the climb for the view of Naousa alone however the remnants of the stone walls and what I can only guess are the outlines of buildings makes this a very special place. We walked up early in the morning. Up was about 15 minutes down in 10 minutes. Parking at the bottom and if your eyes are in focus look for old spray painted arrows and red dots to guide you to the top 😊

Unfortunately women are NOT allowed into the monastery. Men and boys have to wear long pants. The views from the top are beautiful though and worth the short detour if you are in the area

Oldest monastery on island but only open 9am to 12:30 men only with NO shorts. Women are NOT allowed. Long history given at entrance on right where several priests were hung at door. Germans committed genocide against 142 people as monastery helped monks helped soldiers in 1943. Steep zig zagging poured concrete narrow road to entrance off hiway.

The 7km road was terrifying, no directions. We were able to look down on the monastery from the road. I believe you would regret go there as much as us. This is a definite site to miss.

Do not go, they don’t allow women

A quite and peaceful place. Go there and see what Orthodoxe means!!

Difficult to access, open from 9 to 12 and Forbidden for women!

(Translated by Google) One of the most important monasteries in Greece, both in the 19th and 20th centuries, is the male Monastery of Logovarda in Paros. It is located somewhere in the middle of the route from Parikia to Naoussa, turning right from the public road and climbing a distance of almost one kilometer to reach the Monastery, where it is built on the slope at an altitude of 145 meters. Its history dates back to 1638, however after 1825 it experienced a particular flourishing, offering refuge to important spirits of Orthodoxy. During the period 1930-1980, Philotheos Zervakos was to be appointed as abbot of the Logovarda Monastery, who offered enormous spiritual and charitable work, to be recognized by the Church as a Saint. Today there are ten monks while the Monastery still retains its unique devout sense of mysticism and serenity, offering the visitor a feeling of escape... it is well worth the visit... (Original) Μια από τις σημαντικότερες μονές στον Ελλαδικό χώρο, κατά τον 19ο αιώνα αλλά και στον 20ο, είναι η ανδρική Μονή της Λογγοβάρδας της Πάρου. Βρίσκεται κάπου στο μέσο της διαδρομής από την Παροικία προς την Νάουσα βγαίνοντας δεξιά από τον δημόσιο δρόμο και ανηφορίζοντας μια απόσταση σχεδόν ενός χλμ για να φτάσει στην Μονή, όπου είναι κτισμένη στην πλαγιά στα 145 μέτρα υψόμετρο. Η ιστορία της ανάγεται από το 1638, ωστόσο μετά το 1825 γνώρισε ιδιαίτερη άνθιση προσφέροντας καταφύγιο σε σημαντικά πνεύματα της ορθοδοξίας. Κατά την περίοδο 1930-1980 στην Μονή Λογγοβάρδας επρόκειτο να αναδειχθεί ως ηγούμενος ο Φιλόθεος Ζερβάκος, ο οποίος πρόσφερε τεράστιο πνευματικό και φιλανθρωπικό έργο, για να αναγνωριστεί από την Εκκλησία ως Όσιος. Σήμερα υπάρχουν δέκα μοναχοί ενώ η Μονή εξακολουθεί να διατηρεί ακέραια την μοναδική κατανυκτική αίσθηση μυσταγωγίας και γαλήνης, προσφέροντας στον επισκέπτη ένα συναίσθημα απόδρασης... αξίζει με το παραπάνω η επίσκεψη...

Although I am a preferred member in both USA and Greece, however AVIS Paros is a scam. My wife and I arrived in Paros on Thursday, July 3rd, around 7:00 AM, on the Aegean flight from Thessaloniki at 6:00 AM. Upon arrival, we were informed by competing companies that the Avis office is located outside the airport, and that the company sends a white van to pick up customers. We waited for about 10 minutes, considering it a reasonable time frame, and around 7:20 AM, I started calling the phone number listed online—nobody answered. Following my wife’s suggestion, I decided to walk to the store myself to see what was going on. Upon arriving, I found two employees—one at the desk and another one lounging at the entrance, calmly smoking. When I asked who was from Avis (since Sixt shares the same location), instead of replying, they pointed at the sign. I continued by asking why no one came to pick us up. The lounging gentleman then told me he had been at the airport but no one showed up. A laughable answer, considering we had been waiting since 7:00 AM. I then asked why they didn’t answer the phone, and the man at the desk told me, “Ah, you’re right about that. I’ve been telling them to fix it for two months.” At that moment, another customer appeared—he had been waiting with me and had also been forced to walk up to the office, confirming that indeed no one had shown up at the airport. I asked to proceed with the pickup, as my pregnant wife was still waiting at the airport, and inquired whether I should report what happened to headquarters or a manager on site. With a mix of confusion and sarcasm, they told me to contact headquarters. Then they asked me to sign the contract, but said they would send it to me later due to a system issue, and suddenly informed me that they would offer a free upgrade. I considered it a gesture of goodwill, but was surprised that the other customer wasn’t offered the same. Perhaps because he didn’t express any complaints about the poor treatment. As it turns out, this was likely a setup for revenge due to my warning. The employee told me the fuel tank was full and that I needed to return it full. I knew this already, being a Preferred member of Avis in both the U.S. and Greece. But when I got to the car, I realized the tank was not full—it was at 3/4—despite the contract stating 100%. I pointed this out, and they told me it was fine to return it at the same level. I took some photos, including one of the fuel gauge, and left the location about an hour after my arrival, with my wife having waited in the sun the entire time. Fast forward to Monday, July 7th, when I returned the car around 7:05 AM to catch my 7:45 AM flight. I explained to the employee that the tank was at 3/4 when I picked it up, showed him the corresponding photo, and confirmed I was returning it slightly above between 6/8 and 7/8. He said everything was fine. I asked if there was any issue, and he assured me there was none and that I was free to go. I even asked if I should throw away a water bottle, and he said there was no need. Magically, later that same day in the afternoon, I received an email containing photos taken over 6 hours later, at 1:31 PM, showing supposed damage under the front bumper, a photo of the fuel gauge now showing full, and a receipt listing potential repair charges! So, after being told everything was fine and after reaching an agreement on the fuel situation, photos were taken 6.5 hours later showing a scratch on the bumper. Unbelievable! The conclusion is that my good faith and trust were exploited, and it became an opportunity to stage a retaliatory scheme by the utterly incompetent Avis employees at the Paros location. They presented alleged damage 6.5 hours later and demanded payment. The scratch shown on the lower side of the bumper either occurred afterward or was pre-existing—possibly the reason I was offered a “free upgrade” while the other inconvenienced customer was not, so that I could be conveniently blamed for it.

Despite numerous calls and emails requesting the invoice needed to follow up on a damage report for an insurance claim, Avis Paros has not provided a response or any follow-up. This lack of communication and assistance has made the entire process extremely difficult. I hope they take steps to improve their customer service going forward.

the customer service sucks, you order a toyota corolla and they give you a dacia sandero. then you drop off the car and wait for a pickup for an hour. Total scam

The shuttle took over 1 hour to pick us up. We arrived at 10:45am FYI. I would take a cab to the car pick up if I were you. The shuttle has to wait until all boats are gone for the morning before it’s let downtown. Brutal. The girl behind the counter would never give us a time to get picked up. Very frustrating and you should avoid.

I made the booking same day using Avis webpage, but apparently a few hours later it didn’t appear, so they closed the office without giving me the car because they were not expecting me and the schedules were wrong between Avis webpage and the real ones because of the change of season. Fortunately, I spoked with Avis Greece and they told me that someone will be in the office in 10min. Reno came to the office and provided me a 10/10 service. Once all the paperwork was signed, he drove me to the place where they keep the cars and later showed me the way to the main parking in Paros. Also he even walked with me to make sure I was not getting lost between the confusing streets of Paros. I rented a second car with them a couple of days later and the service was again great. The possibility of returning the car in the airport for free is very convenient.

We had a good experience renting for a day with full insurance, and additionally, they allowed us to keep the car for 2 more hours.

Car not ready despite turning up bang on time and no other customers. Took forever for car to be delivered to the store. Rent elsewhere on Paros. Avis President’s Circle not respected.

We LOVED this escape room- we have done close to 20 games and this was by far the best one yet. If you are visiting Paros Greece, you need to play this game. So MUCH FUN. Thank you for the memories and challenge. The man who designed this is brilliant. He thought of everything! Bravo!

Really fun game with so many twists and turns. The story was also quite cool. Sometimes felt the hint giving could have been paced better as we finished early but with a lot of hints we didn't ask for.

This is by far the best escape room I've ever done (30+ rooms)! Highly recommend!

One of the best escape rooms we ever did. It is a 2 hour room (usually rooms are planned for just 1 hour). The room is decorated with a lot of details which makes it feel like a real house. The owner (who was our game master) is very passionate about escape rooms, and you can tell he loves his job. He was a perfect game master, giving the right clues just at the right time, and he makes sure you'll enjoy the game as much as possible.

This was great fun! Very clever riddles, tons of unexpected surprises and a fantastic game master! Highly recommended for families or group of friends of any ages. We will definitely visit Paradox project Kallithea too for the continuation of the story!

Very well designed and Clever riddles! Lots of suspense and challenging situations, Good Assistace. Intriguing plot! Thank you can’t wait to visit the Athenian Award-winning escape house ;)?

This game was AWESOME!!! Definitely recommend this to anyone who comes to Paros. He has definitely spent a lot of time building this game. Very hard and very fun!!

Lovely shop for cute jewelry and the most beautiful paintings. The couple who own the shop are so lovely and sweet. I'm so excited to hang this beautiful piece in my apartment and be reminded of my time in beautiful Paros.

You absolutely must stop here! Gabriel and Adrianna are two of the sweetest and loveliest people. Adrianna has beautiful jewelry that she makes and sells. Gabriel’s paintings are truly breathtaking. You HAVE to visit their store!! My husband and I can’t stop talking about how much we love them and their store.

Thank you so much! 🥰 I have purchased my order from Germany, and Adrianna and her husband, that I'll receive before my wedding day. I couldn't believe, when I've received the package after 2 days basically. The necklace is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you very much! ❤️ I wish you all the best! 🫶

Beautiful jewelry store with an even more beautiful dog❤️ Thank you Adriana!

Great experience. Adriana and her husband Gabriel are warm and inviting and will bend over backwards to help. Gabriel sits and creates all of the most amazing paintings which the store sells and Adriana has some of the most beautiful jewelry pieces that you can find on the island. This is a hidden GEM! Don't come to Paros without visiting this store in Parikia

The artwork by Gabriel is absolutely beautiful. He was very patient as I made my selections of art, as well as described the technique/type of art he makes. If you are in the area, highly recommend purchasing a piece that will last a lifetime

Beautiful shop! The lady who helped us was beyond nice. She let us see everything we wanted to try on. Everything was real gold and amazing quality. Hands down the best shop we have been to in Paros!!!!!!!

You cannot parking at there

Just nice welcome symbol with tourist information inside

now this is what I call a landmark worth looking at

This windmill is the first landmark you will see when arriving to Paros from the Ferry Port. It is perfectly well preserved and supposedly partially working, obviously it is not used to grind grains anymore, only as a touristic attraction, so then, do not forget to bring your camera and capture some shots of the mill. ‼️ 𝗧𝗜𝗣: 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 𝗜𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗕𝗜𝗗𝗗𝗘𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗖𝗔𝗥 𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗕𝗬 𝗖𝗔𝗥 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗.

It’s a windmill with lots of other tourist.

It’s a beautiful sight. Right by the Aegean Sea

Tge Parikia port of Paros has the most beautiful landmark

Easily accessible by car near the port

Nice spot in the port of Paros.