I FREAKING love the Greek Islands and it’s truly somewhere I could go every single year and not get tired of it! There’s a reason the first time I went I planned to be there for 7 days and stayed for a month…
Paros is a great island for a little bit of everything, and to use as a hub for visiting other islands if you prefer to stay put and do day-trips. It’s big enough to have a lot to offer but small enough you can do the highlights of the island in just a few days. If you eat fish, try the sun-dried mackerel – gouna, a Parian delicacy!
Where to Stay
Paros has tonsss of accommodation options for any price range, and your money goes much further than in islands like Mykonos and Santorini! I’ve linked a few places I’ve stayed and/or have saved to my list for future stays. I’d generally recommend staying near Parikia, Naousa, or Aliki.
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They are listed roughly from most-to-least expensive.
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What To-Do
There’s so much to explore on Paros, but it’s also a great hub to base from to explore islands around without having to move every 1-2 days! Make sure to take some sort of a sailing trip, I almost guarantee it’ll be a highlight of your time there! Either way I’d recommend taking tours of the island and/or renting something like a scooter or ATV to get around so you can enjoy all the various beaches & mountain villages!
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Antiparos & Despotiko Full Day Sail
Iraklia, Schinoussa, & Naxos Full Day
Sunset in Parikia
Mountain Village of Lefkes
Beaches: Perikopetra, Marcello, Monastiri, Santa Maria, Kolymbithres
EAT ALL THE GREEK SALADS AND FREDDO ESPRESSOS