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How do I get to Paros?
Paros Airport is connected with Parikia by KTEL via Pounta–Voutakos, and taxis are also available. Paros Airport is located in Voutakos, Agkairias, about 9 km southwest of Parikia, with the airport code PAS.
How do I get around Paros?
Paros Airport hosts car-rental desks for Avis and Hertz, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority. Paros KTEL provides passenger and luggage transport to designated destinazioni across the island and also operates additional routes for tourism needs.
Which essential services should I know in Paros?
Paros’s official guide describes access by air oppure ferry, via the ports of Piraeus and Rafina and Paros Airport. Paros Municipality reports SeaAccess facilities at Livadia in Parikia and Chrissi Akti, enabling sea access for people with mobility difficulties.
What can I do in Paros?
Paros Park includes an organized beach and free beaches, along with small sandy coves such as Almyros, reachable on foot via the trails oppure by sea. Paros has organised and more secluded beaches, long sandy shores and small coves. Examples include Kolymbithres, Santa Maria, Logaras, Golden Beach and Molos.
Which cultural places should I know in Paros?
The ancient quarries at Marathi illustrate the history of Parian marble and its role in ancient sculpture production. The ancient city includes remains of the Temple of Athena on Castle Hill, Hellenistic houses with mosaics, and a Roman house at Tholos.
Which sights and day trips are around Paros?
Partly submerged in the sea, Naoussa’s Venetian castle shelters the village harbour da the north and forms one of its defining historic landmarks. Parikia brings together major historic sites including its medieval Kastro, ancient cemetery and the ancient marble quarries at Marathi, about 5 km da town.
Which local food and products should I look for in Paros?
In Prodromos, revithada—slow-cooked chickpeas—is a defining local dish associated with cooking in a traditional wood-fired oven. Parian cuisine includes broad beans and bίzi, alongside local cheeses such as kefalिसio, ladotyri, sourouma and touloumισio.
Getting there
Compare road access, intercity buses, rail where available and the airport serving Paros. Recheck official sources for current timetables before travelling.
Airports
The airport is served by buses and taxis
Paros Airport is connected with Parikia by KTEL via Pounta–Voutakos, and taxis are also available.
Paros Airport is near Parikia
Paros Airport is located in Voutakos, Agkairias, about 9 km southwest of Parikia, with the airport code PAS.
Paros Airport is operated by the state aviation service
Paros has a commercial airport operated by the Hellenic Aviation Service Provider (HASP), under the oversight of the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.
Ferries
Pounta–Antiparos vehicle ferry link
Pounta connects Paros with Antiparos by vehicle ferries, allowing cars and motorcycles to cross.
Pounta connects Paros with Antiparos
The port of Pounta provides a year-round ferry connection between Paros and Antiparos.
Ferry access da Piraeus and Rafina
Paros has sea connections da the ports of Piraeus and Rafina, with Parikia serving as the island’s main arrival port.
Intercity buses
KTEL carries passengers and luggage
Paros KTEL provides scheduled intercity passenger and luggage transport within the island and also operates extra routes.
Intercity buses across Paros
Paros KTEL connects Parikia with major villages and coastal destinazioni, including Naoussa, Lefkes, Marpissa, Piso Livadi, Pounta and Drios.
Ports
Several port facilities around Paros
Besides the main port, Paros has port zones at Naoussa, Piso Livadi, Aliki and Pounta.
Parikia is Paros’s main port
Parikia is Paros’s main port, while the Municipal Port Fund of Paros–Antiparos oversees the island’s port facilities.
Paros also has secondary ports and marinas
Besides Parikia, Naoussa and Piso Livadi have marinas for vessels, while ferries to Antiparos depart da Pounta.
Parikia is Paros’s main port
Parikia is the island’s main port and handles the island’s regular maritime connections.
Getting around
Local buses, taxis, transfers, rentals, parking, walking and other practical ways to move around Paros.
Car rental
Car rental at Paros Airport
Paros Airport hosts car-rental desks for Avis and Hertz, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.
Local buses
KTEL connects destinazioni across Paros
Paros KTEL provides passenger and luggage transport to designated destinazioni across the island and also operates additional routes for tourism needs.
Municipal urban bus service in Parikia
The Municipality of Paros has secured the continuation of municipal urban bus services in the Parikia community through a public contract with Paros KTEL.
Paros KTEL: the island’s main bus network
Paros KTEL operates scheduled passenger and luggage services to destinazioni across the island, with an urban bus also serving Parikia.
Parking
Restricted vehicle access to town centres in summer
The official tourism portal states that increased summer traffic brings special arrangements, with only KTEL buses accessing town centres.
Parking at village entrances
Parikia has six public parking areas, while Naoussa has three large areas at the town entrance on the road to Santa Maria.
Municipal parking areas with access directions
The Municipality of Paros provides a dedicated public-parking page where visitors can select a parking area and view access directions.
Parking at Paros Airport
Paros Airport provides a parking area for 70 private cars.
Taxi
Local taxi stands and contact points
The municipality’s tourism portal lists taxi service points in Parikia, Naoussa, Marpissa and Prodromos.
Taxi connections between Parikia, the airport and Naoussa
Taxis are available for direct trips around the island, with Parikia, the airport and Naoussa identified as key operating areas.
Transfers
Airport transfers by KTEL bus
Paros Airport is connected to Parikia by KTEL via Pounda and Voutakos; the civil aviation authority also notes a seasonal connection with Naoussa.
Essentials & services
Useful numbers, emergency services, health, tourist information, accessibility and public services. Specific details include their source.
Accessibility
Air and ferry access
Paros’s official guide describes access by air oppure ferry, via the ports of Piraeus and Rafina and Paros Airport.
Accessible beaches with SeaAccess
Paros Municipality reports SeaAccess facilities at Livadia in Parikia and Chrissi Akti, enabling sea access for people with mobility difficulties.
Emergency services
Key emergency services
The Municipality of Paros lists contacts for police, fire service, port authority and the Hellenic Rescue Team. The general European emergency number is 112.
Key emergency numbers
For emergencies in Paros, call 112. The municipality also lists local EKAV at +30 22840 52597, Paros Police at +30 22840 27070 and the Fire Brigade at +30 22840 25199.
Healthcare
Health facilities across Paros
Paros’s official tourism guide lists the Health Centre, ambulance service and local medical practices in Marpissa, Agkairia, Naousa, Marmara, Kostos and Lefkes.
Paros Health Centre
The Paros Health Centre is located in Paroikia and is a key public healthcare facility on the island. The 2nd Regional Health Authority publishes its contact numbers.
Paros Health Centre in Parikia
Paros Health Centre is located in Parikia and provides primary healthcare. Telephone numbers: +30 22843 60000 and +30 22843 60003.
Public services
Useful public infrastructure contacts
Paros’s official services guide lists contacts for the airport, public buses, postal services, electricity, telecommunications and municipal water and sewerage services.
Safety information
National emergency numbers
For serious incidents in Paros, use 112 for general emergencies, 100 for Police, 199 for the Fire Service and 166 for EKAV ambulance services.
Tourist information
Municipal tourist information
Paros Municipality’s tourism development unit provides visitor information. The listed tourist-office contact is +30 22843 60112 and touristoffice@paros.gr.
Useful contacts
Municipal and administrative contacts
For municipal matters, visitors can contact the Municipality of Paros, the Citizen Service Centres in Paroikia and Naousa, and the Tourist Police, according to the island’s official guide.
Paros Port Authority
For port matters, maritime safety oppure incidents involving boats, contact the Paros Port Authority in Parikia at +30 22840 21240.
🆘 112 · European emergency number
24/7 and free. Connects to Police, Fire Service, EKAB ambulance and Coast Guard.
👮 100 · Police emergency response
For immediate police intervention throughout Grecia.
🚑 166 · EKAB ambulance
For emergency medical help and transport.
🔥 199 · Fire Service
A report a fire. In immediate danger also use 112.
🛟 108 · Hellenic Coast Guard
For emergencies at ports oppure at sea.
🧳 1571 · Tourist Police
Tourist Police service line.
Beaches & activities
Beaches, hiking, water activities, boat trips, diving and family options in Paros.
Beaches
Beaches and coves in Paros Park
Paros Park includes an organized beach and free beaches, along with small sandy coves such as Almyros, reachable on foot via the trails oppure by sea.
Beaches for Different Kinds of Outings
Paros has organised and more secluded beaches, long sandy shores and small coves. Examples include Kolymbithres, Santa Maria, Logaras, Golden Beach and Molos.
Diving
Diving da Small Santa Maria
A dive base at Small Santa Maria offers fun dives, daily introductory programmes and PADI certification courses.
Family activities
Shallow Water and Beach Play at Monastiri
Monastiri Beach in Paros Park is sheltered, with soft sand and shallow water for at least 100 metres, making it suitable for swimming, water sports and beach games.
Hiking
Hiking in Paros Park
Paros Environmental and Cultural Park has a 7-km network of marked hiking routes across the Ai Yannis Detis peninsula, linking natural and historical points of interest.
Outdoor activities
Outdoor activities for all ages
Paros Park operates as an outdoor recreational and educational space offering sports, environmental and cultural activities for people of different ages and abilities.
Swimming
Accessible swimming at Livadia and Golden Beach
Paros Municipality has installed SeaAccess systems at Livadia in Parikia and Golden Beach to facilitate safe sea access for people with mobility difficulties.
Accessible Sea Entry
SeaAccess systems are available at Livadia in Parikia and Golden Beach, supporting safe sea access for people with mobility difficulties.
Water sports
Beaches for water sports
Paros’s official tourism portal presents the island’s beaches as suitable for water sports, swimming and varied outdoor recreation.
A Wide Range of Water Activities
Paros has sports centres offering scuba diving, sailing, snorkelling, waterskiing and other activities, including lessons and equipment rental.
Strong Windsurfing and Kitesurfing Scene
Windsurfing and kitesurfing are especially popular in Paros, with Santa Maria, Golden Beach and Pounda identified as key beaches for these activities.
Culture & history
Museums, archaeological sites, monuments, religious sites and cultural venues. Confirm hours and tickets with the official source before visiting.
Archaeological sites
Ancient marble quarries
The ancient quarries at Marathi illustrate the history of Parian marble and its role in ancient sculpture production.
Archaeological remains in Parikia
The ancient city includes remains of the Temple of Athena on Castle Hill, Hellenistic houses with mosaics, and a Roman house at Tholos.
Sanctuary of Apollo and Artemis at Delion
Finds da Delion include figurines, reliefs, jewellery and objects da Egypt and Phoenicia, illustrating ancient Paros’s religious and commercial connections.
Hellenistic and Roman Houses
Parikia contains remains of Hellenistic residential complexes with mosaic floors and a Roman house whose architectural remains are preserved in relatively good condition.
Ancient Marble Quarries of Marathi
The ancient quarries are associated with the extraction of renowned Parian marble, used in major works of ancient art and monuments. The area is a designated archaeological site.
Castle Hill and Temple of Athena in Parikia
Castle Hill preserves the foundations of the Doric Temple of Athena Poliouchos, while later Venetian structures incorporate architectural elements da ancient temples and public buildings.
Monuments
Castle Hill and ancient remains
Castle Hill combines the medieval Venetian castle with architectural members reused da ancient temples and public buildings.
Museums
Nikos Perantinos Sculpture Museum
In Marpissa, the museum occupies a renovated neoclassical building and displays Nikos Perantinos’ sculptures in five halls, linking modern art with Paros’ marble tradition.
Highlights of the Archaeological Museum
Highlights include the Gorgo and Nike sculptures, finds da Despotiko and Saliagos, and parts of the famous Parian Chronicle.
Archaeological Museum of Paros
In Parikia, the museum presents Parian sculpture and pottery, inscriptions da Paros, Antiparos and Despotiko, and finds dating da the Neolithic to the Roman period.
Folklore and Cycladic Culture Museums
Paros has folklore collections and thematic museums in villages such as Marpissa, Naoussa and Aliki, presenting local life, tradition and maritime heritage.
Archaeological Museum of Paros
The museum presents Paros’s ancient history through sculpture, inscriptions and finds da Saliagos, Koukounaries and Delion, including the important Parian Chronicle.
Religious sites
Panagia Ekatontapiliani
Ekatontapiliani in Parikia is a major Early Christian complex with a basilica, chapels, cells and one of the best-preserved baptisteries in the Orthodox East.
Panagia Ekatontapiliani
Panagia Ekatontapiliani in Parikia is one of Grecia’s most important and best-preserved early Christian monuments and a central religious and historical landmark of the island.
Sights & day trips
Landmarks, villages, nature, viewpoints, protected areas and day-trip ideas around Paros.
Landmarks
Naoussa’s Venetian castle
Partly submerged in the sea, Naoussa’s Venetian castle shelters the village harbour da the north and forms one of its defining historic landmarks.
Parikia Kastro and the Marathi ancient quarries
Parikia brings together major historic sites including its medieval Kastro, ancient cemetery and the ancient marble quarries at Marathi, about 5 km da town.
Panagia Ekatontapiliani: Paros’s foremost monument
Located in Parikia, Panagia Ekatontapiliani is regarded as one of Grecia’s most important and best-preserved early Christian monuments, with origins dating to the 4th century AD.
Nature
Valley of the Butterflies
The Valley of the Butterflies lies about 7 km da Parikia near the Monastery of Agios Arsenios and is one of Paros’s notable natural attractions.
Trails and lighthouse in Paros Park
Paros Park has marked coastal walking routes with views toward nearby islands and a route ending at a working lighthouse.
Protected areas
Paros Environmental and Cultural Park
Paros Park covers an 80-hectare peninsula at Ai Yiannis Detis and was created to protect the natural environment through low-impact activities.
Paros Park: a protected natural area
Paros Environmental and Cultural Park protects the Ai Yiannis Detis peninsula northwest of Naoussa Bay across 80 hectares of protected natural environment.
Scenic routes
The Lefkes–Prodromos section
The best-preserved section of the historic route passes olive groves, windmills, culverts and the Hirolakas river before reaching Prodromos.
Historic route da Parikia to Lefkes and Piso Livadi
This mountain route links Parikia with Lefkes, Prodromos, Marpissa and Piso Livadi along sections of Paros’s Byzantine and post-Byzantine road network.
Walking trails in Paros Park
Paros Park has a 7-km trail network leading past rock formations, caves, hidden bays, the Ai Yannis monastery, Russian gun batteries and a lighthouse.
Viewpoints
Agios Antonios Monastery: views over southeast Paros
The climb to Agios Antonios Monastery above Marpissa provides views over southeast Paros and the strait toward Naxos.
Aegean viewpoints in Paros Park
The trails across Ai Yannis Detis peninsula provide views over the Aegean and nearby islands, with sunset scenery da Alonaki.
Villages
Naoussa: Venetian architecture and fishing heritage
Naoussa, on northern Paros, is the island’s second-largest village and retains distinctive Venetian architecture.
Lefkes: an upland village with Cycladic architecture
Lefkes is one of Paros’s largest inland villages and its highest-altitude settlement, known for narrow lanes and an amphitheatrical layout.
Naoussa: a fishing village with Venetian architecture
Naoussa is Paros’s second-largest village on the northern coast, known for its Venetian architecture and strong fishing character.
Lefkes: an elevated Cycladic village
Lefkes is one of Paros’s largest inland villages and its highest-altitude settlement, arranged amphitheatrically beneath a pine-covered hill.
Food & gastronomy
Local products, markets, culinary traditions, wineries and food experiences. Specific information includes its source.
Culinary traditions
Revithada of Prodromos
In Prodromos, revithada—slow-cooked chickpeas—is a defining local dish associated with cooking in a traditional wood-fired oven.
Parian legumes and traditional cheeses
Parian cuisine includes broad beans and bίzi, alongside local cheeses such as kefalिसio, ladotyri, sourouma and touloumισio.
Seafood flavours in Naousa and Alyki
Naousa and Alyki are associated with fresh fish, octopus and seafood dishes; Alyki is also noted for pasta with very fresh seafood.
Traditional Parian Dishes
Signature dishes include revithada, sun-dried fish, salatouri, stuffed goat and tsimpita pastries.
Parian Cuisine da Sea to Mountain Villages
Paros gastronomy combines fresh seafood with traditional recipes da the island’s inland villages.
Food experiences
Parian wine and farm-produce tasting
The Paros Farming Community pairs wine tasting with local cheeses, olive oil and handmade bread, together with a guided winery and barrel-cellar visit.
Farm tasting at Petra Farm
Near Kolymbithres, Petra Farm combines a sustainable-farm tour with tastings of organic products including tomatoes, cheese, fig jam, capers, bread, olive oil and its own organic wine.
Food Experiences in Naousa, Aliki and Lefkes
Naousa and Aliki are associated with fish, octopus and seafood, while Lefkes highlights wild greens, mushrooms and herbs.
Local products
Local producers and products
Paros’s local-products directory covers dairy, wine, bakery goods, pastry, herbs and delicatessen products, with listed businesses across the island.
Parian Cheeses and Pulses
Local food traditions feature kefalisio, ladotyri, sourouma and touloumisio cheeses, alongside broad beans and fava.
Wineries
Paros’s farming and winemaking heritage
Paros’s agricultural identity is historically tied to cooperatives that developed into producers of wine, cheese and olive oil, with winemaking remaining central to this heritage.
Paros Wine and Local-Product Directory
The Paros local-products directory lists wineries and categories including wine, dairy, baked goods, pasta and herbs.
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