{"id":14864,"date":"2022-03-26T12:28:30","date_gmt":"2022-03-26T11:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/destinations-europe.com\/?p=14864"},"modified":"2023-12-09T14:00:24","modified_gmt":"2023-12-09T13:00:24","slug":"greece-what-to-do-and-see-island-paros","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/destinations-europe.com\/en\/greece-what-to-do-and-see-island-paros\/","title":{"rendered":"Greece: what to do and see on the island of Paros"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In search of exoticism and escape?\u00a0Perhaps the ideal destination for you is Paros.\u00a0This confetti of land is located in the Aegean Sea, in the Cyclades archipelago, of which it is the third-largest island.\u00a0Nestled between Naxos and Antiparos, which are its closest neighbours, Paros is known not only for producing the most translucent marbles in the world, but also for its picturesque, traditional villages and magnificent beaches with crystal clear waters.\u00a0Its rich history which dates back nearly 7000 years, its cultural and architectural heritage, and its mild Mediterranean climate will convince you that this is where you visit for your next vacation.\u00a0To prepare you, we have compiled a list of 10 essential things to see and do on the island of Paros.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udca7 Without tourists<\/strong>. Paros and more widely the Greek islands are cheap destinations to be privileged after the summer. Here is our selection for September<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\uddd2\ufe0f What you need to know before your trip to Paros<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before starting our list of must-do things to do on the island of Paros, here are some tips for your next trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get to Paros?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This depends on where you arrive in Greece, but you will presumably land in Athens.\u00a0From the capital, it is quite easy to get to Paros.\u00a0It is served by the\u00a0ports of Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio<\/strong>.\u00a0The majority of ferries depart from Piraeus, which is easily accessible from Athens<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0airport.\u00a0This journey will take about three hours on a fast boat (the most expensive), and 4 to 5 hours on a classic ferry \u2013 but, honestly, you will find that time is not really an issue when sailing between the islands.\u00a0You can also reach the island by air, since there are daily connections between Athens and the small airport of Paros.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get around the island of Paros?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Paros is a little less than 200 km2, so it is quite possible to go around the island in one day on a quad.\u00a0You\u2019ll find plenty of these \u2013 as well as scooters and small cars \u2013 for hire around Parikia.\u00a0It is also perfectly possible to travel by bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which hotel to choose in Paros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As on the other large islands of the Cyclades, Paros is not lacking in hotels. We are not going to launch into a whole list, but to give you three that, in our opinion, deserve to be stopped at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want a cheap, warm, colourful hotel with a manager who provides valuable advice on visiting Paros, then head to\u00a0Viva Margarita<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0in Parikia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For an establishment with slightly superior services without breaking the bank, but located in Naoussa, then you can be safe in choosing\u00a0the Hotel Iris<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, for those wishing for a dream stay in a luxurious establishment at a decent price for the services offered, then the\u00a0Mythic Paros<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0was made for you \u2013 with the added bonus of a magnificent view of Antiparos.\u00a0Bear in mind that it is not for children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if you absolutely must have your own private pool, here are the most beautiful hotels with private pools in Paros<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n \n Booking.com<\/a>\n<\/ins>\n