Paros rewards a visit any time from spring to autumn, but the best time to visit Paros falls in June and September, which pair warm, settled weather and warm seas with open hotels, good ferry links and manageable crowds. July and August are hottest and busiest, while spring and autumn are quieter and cheaper. This … Read more
Paros food and wine pair fresh Aegean seafood, sun-dried gouna mackerel and local cheeses with crisp, saline whites and reds from the island’s family wineries. The Cycladic island has cooked and made wine since antiquity, and its tavernas and estates reward a hungry traveller. This guide covers what to eat, what to drink and where … Read more
Parian marble is the fine-grained, semi-translucent white stone of Paros, prized above all others in antiquity for sculpture. Quarried at Marathi from the seventh century BC, it shaped masterpieces such as the Venus de Milo and made the island a great artistic centre. This guide covers what the marble is, its ancient quarries, the works … Read more
Panagia Ekatontapyliani in Parikia is one of the oldest and best-preserved Byzantine churches in Greece, known as the Church of 100 Doors. Founded in the fourth century and rebuilt under Justinian, it is the protector church of Paros and the heart of the island’s faith. This guide covers its history, the legend of the hundredth … Read more
The Paros villages range from the cosmopolitan harbour town of Naoussa and the bustling port capital of Parikia to the green mountain village of Lefkes and the quiet, car-free hamlet of Prodromos. Each offers a different side of the island, from nightlife to slow traditional life. This guide covers the best villages and towns and … Read more
A good Paros itinerary needs three full days to cover the towns, the best beaches and a wine or boat tour, with a fourth day for the island of Antiparos. Two days suit a quick taste, while four or more allow a slower pace and more island-hopping. This guide lays out day-by-day plans for 2, … Read more
Where to stay in Paros comes down to Parikia for value and transport links, Naoussa for style, dining and beaches, or quieter bases like Lefkes and Golden Beach for a slower or more active stay. The right area depends on your budget, your plans and whether you rent a car. This guide matches the island’s … Read more
Paros boat tours sail to Antiparos, the islet of Despotiko and the turquoise Blue Lagoon for swimming, snorkelling and a barbecue lunch, with full-day cruises, sunset sails and private charters to choose from. They reach coves and islets that no road serves. This guide covers the boat-trip options, what they include and how to book … Read more
Paros tours range from wine tastings at historic wineries to village and food tours of Naoussa and Lefkes, hiking the Byzantine trail, and private guided days around the island. They turn a beach holiday into a deeper experience of Cycladic culture, craft and cuisine. This guide covers the main land tours, what they include and … Read more
Knowing how to get to Paros means choosing between the ferry from the Athens port of Piraeus in 2 to 5 hours, a fast boat from Mykonos, Santorini and the other Cyclades, or a 45-minute flight into Paros airport from Athens. The well-connected island has both a busy port and a small airport. This guide … Read more