Ferry at Paros Island, Cyclades.

Paros

Successively occupied by Cretans, Minoans, Ionians, Arcadians, Macedonians, Romans, Byzantians and others, who've all made their mark on this large, hilly and fertile island, Paros has been tagged as primarily a ferry hub in recent times. Yet Paros' bustling capital with its ancient remains, the resort town of Naoussa and sweet rural villages are all the more charming for their relative lack of crowds, and there's plenty to do, with good walks, plus excellent windsurfing, kite-surfing and diving.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Paros Park at sunset.

    Paros Park

    Paros

    This 80-hectare park north of Naoussa features impressive rock formations, caves, hidden coves and gorgeous beaches. There's a lot going on here, with…

  • Front entrance of Panagia Ekatontapyliani church at the island of Paros in Cyclades, Greece.

    Panagia Ekatontapyliani

    Paros

    The Panagia Ekatontapyliani, which dates from AD 326, is one of the finest churches in the Cyclades. The building is three distinct churches: Agios…

  • Archaeological Museum

    Archaeological Museum

    Paros

    Fronted by four intricately carved stone sarcophagi, this museum harbours some important pieces, including a 5th-century BC Nike on the point of alighting…

  • Frankish Kastro

    Frankish Kastro

    Paros

    Check out the outer walls of this fortress, built by the Venetian Duke Marco Sanudo of Naxos in AD 1260. Built with the stones from ancient buildings that…

  • Ancient Cemetery

    Ancient Cemetery

    Paros

    North along the waterfront is a fenced ancient cemetery dating from the end of the 8th century BC. It was in use until the 3rd century AD. Excavations in…

  • Byzantine Museum

    Byzantine Museum

    Paros

    The Byzantine Museum, within the Panagia Ekatontapyliani compound, has a collection of icons and other artefacts.

  • Hrysi Akti (Golden Beach)

    Hrysi Akti (Golden Beach)

    Paros

    Paros' best beach is a wide sandy crescent to the southeast with excellent conditions for water sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing.

  • Windmill Roundabout

    Windmill Roundabout

    Paros

    This beautifully intact Cycladic windmill sits right outside the main ferry terminal and is a central point in Parikia.

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