Paros Marina
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Marina of Paroikia is the central marina of Paros island. It is located 9 kilometers northeast of Paros International Airport (IATA: PAS). Parikia is also the main commercial harbor of the island and is considered the central gate to the Cyclades sailing area.
Sailing Tip
The port provides mooring lines inside. It is a fairly busy and noisy harbor but it is an excellent shelter form the meltemi winds and from the south winds. Mooring stern-to at the quay in Parikia you should pay particular attention to the boulders near the quay, 3 metres depth on the outside of the west end and even less further east.
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Navigational Aids
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Parikia is the main commercial harbor of the island. It is a fairly busy and noisy harbor but it is an excellent shelter form the meltemi (the Etesians) (the Etesians) and from the south winds.
The archeological museum of Paros located in Paroikia was constructed in 1960. The museum hosts findings that were brought to light during excavations in Paros and Antiparos.
The church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani is located a few meters from the port of Paroikia. It is one of the most significant Byzantine monuments of Greece.
Naoussa is located in a huge bay in the northern part of Paros, 10 kilometers east from the capital, Parikia. Naoussa is the ultimate clubbing spot in Paros island.
Taverna George is a traditional taverna in Antiparos offering tasteful and local dishes. The most famous recipe is rooster patido, a traditional recipe of Antiparos.
Livadia is a lovely beach on the western side of Antiparos, which is the most undeveloped part of the island. About 17 km from Chora, this beach is frequently affected from strong winds, which is why it doesn't get very frequented.
The most famous beach is Kolybithres where the blue transparent waters are in perfect harmony with the unique landscape, the sleek white rocks and the small creeks. We don't come across very often such a beautiful beach.
Pounta beach is located in the south-east part of the island and is very popular for the ongoing parties that organised on the beach. It is relatively small in size but very beautiful looks like a tropical and exotic place.
Named after Sifnos Island that can be seen in a distance, this enchanting beach is a pure haven of tranquillity with crystal clear waters and golden sand. It is exposed to the summer winds so its waters can get pretty rough otherwise it is ideal for swimming and snorkelling adventures.
Piperi Beach in Northern Paros, the beach of Naoussa Town, is a small stretch of sand, situated beneath the white-washed houses and the narrow alleyways of Naoussa. If you like snorkeling, we recommend this beach.
Monastiri Beach in northern Paros is one of the most popular Paros Beaches, located on the northern side of the island, close to Kolimbithres Beach. It is set in a bay, surrounded by verdant hills, beneath a monastery.
A breath from Parikia , Livadia are two continuous sandy beaches near the old port of Paros. Considered one of the busiest beaches.
Beautiful Parasporos Beach, just 3 km south of Parikia, is justifiably one the most popular beaches on the island of Paros. Tucked in a sheltered bay, the long, sandy beach offers an ideal swimming, sunbathing and sporting locale prized by both residents and visitors alike.
A small sandy beach with palm trees all over it, perched in a scenic and exotic bay, Agia Irini is an ideal beach for relaxation far from the crowd. It is also ideal for children, as its waters are crystal clear and not deep.
Comprised of two consecutive beaches, Psaraliki I and Psaraliki II, Psaraliki beach is a family friendly sandy beach with shallow waters ideal for family breaks and water sports activities. Pedal boats, windsurfing, swimming, snorkelling and beach tennis are available as well as a number of picturesque taverns and music clubs.
Beach Aliki is situated in southwestern Paros in a sheltered bay on the southwestern side of Paros, next to Aliki village. It has clear waters, ideal for scuba diving, fishing and snorkeling.
It took its name from the eponymous restaurant, located at the top, where you leave and your car. The sandy beach of Lolantonis is pristine and golden, the waters are crystal clear and the bottom of almost transparent.
Follow the coast of Krios, the Martsello Paros is a great solution for those who like the youthful hubbub, always in the best sense. It is just 2.
Just 2 km from the center of Parikia, on the northern edge of the homonymous bay, the beach of Krios. Access is very easy because the signs, at Livadi it will lead you directly to Krios.
Beach Drios in southeastern Paros is a lovely sandy beach lined with green trees, on the southeastern side of Paros Island. During high season, the beach is rather crowded with sunbathers and water sport lovers.
Faraggas is a beautiful beach in southern Paros, completely sheltered from the winds, lying in the arms of a small, deep creek. The fine golden sand and crystal clear waters have turned Faragas a very popular destination, particularly for those who want the comfort that can offer a cosmopolitan organized beach.
The beach of Agios Fokas is situated at a distance of some 6 kilometers far from Paroikia at the North, very close to the homonymous cape at the entrance of the bay of Paroikia. Very close to the beach it is found the small twin church of Agios Sostis and Analipsi, where on the feast of Analipsi it takes place a local feast (“panighyri”).
Set in a lovely cove fully protected from the summer winds, Apantima is a charming pebbly beach with crystal clear waters and a rocky sea bottom providing an atmosphere of serene calm in the most picturesque of settings. One of the islands best restaurants is situated right above the beach offering swimmers a great selection of local specialties and drinks to quench their thirst.