Would you visit the Greek coast, but not sure which town is the most ideal for you? Are you interested in mythology and culture? Besides that, relaxation by the sea is also a priority? If that’s the case, don’t look any further! The island of Paros offers a real Mediterranean vacation. Thanks to its rich history, the island doesn’t lack spectacles either.

Location of Paros

The island of Paros lies in the center of the Aegean Sea in Greece. It’s a member of the Cyclades. It’s also the third most popular island in its group after Santorini and Marina Mykonos. Only a 5 km long canal divides the 165 km2 big island from Naxos. 1 km southwest from the island, there’s a smaller one called Antiparos, which is very famous for its marble host rock. The highest point of the island is the 770 m high mountain of Prophet Elias.

Beaches in Paros

Paros involves the most beautiful and popular beaches of the Greek islands. Their common traits are crystal clear water and a relaxing atmosphere. Thus, they attract many visitors every summer. Some local beaches have seaside hotels, restaurants, and beach bars. Others welcome you with the pure image of gold sand and shadows cast by the palm trees around them.

Kolimbithres Paros beach:

Kolimbithres is the most famous beach. It lies in the Gulf of Plastira. Around here small sandy gulfs follow each other. If you’re lucky enough and arrive at the right time, you can even have your own tiny gulf for a whole day or afternoon. On some of the beaches deck chairs and sun umbrellas are available as well as some water sports. Along the way to the shore, there are bars on the seaside and tavernas. The beaches are accessible from the water through small boats, which depart regularly from the port of Naoussa. Individual travellers also like discovering this section of the shore with their own or rented boats.

Monastiri Paros beach:

Monastiri is only a few kilometers from Kolimbithres is a small gulf surrounded by huge, rocky hills. This beach lies in the Gulf of Agios Ioannis. You can see the monastery on the right. Some spectacular rocks emerge on the left. This section of the coast is calm and has clean water. It’s most popular for its beauty mostly in July and August. People love coming here by yachts as well. Deck chairs, beach umbrellas, and watersports opportunities are all available. The Monastiri beach is full of events in summer: concerts, beach parties, and different competitions.

Main sights in Paros

In addition to its beautiful Mediterranean beaches, the town has several museums and cultural treasures. The pride of place is the huge Byzantine temple of Ekatondapyliani which also contains a small Byzantine museum. The archaeological museum behind the Ekatondapyliani shows the artworks of different ancient Parian settlements. And last, but not least you should view the art from different marble mines too. Going east from the town, there’s the amazing monastery of Ágii Anárgyri, which they established in 1660. The Paros Park, as a natural, untouched rock formation, is a perfect representation of the Cycladic beauty. In summer they hold numerous events in the park and its open-air theatre.

Weather in Paros

The Greek coast has a Mediterranean climate. The air of the country is very clean and dry from spring to early autumn. There’s a lot of sunshine, while the amount of rain usually decreases from the west to the east. In summer, we almost never see any clouds in the sky. Rain is practically an unknown guest in the summer months. The sea can heat up to 23-25 °C from June to August. Even in October, it’s still 23 °C. The area of Greece is constantly windy, these winds, however, are always changing. The wind that dominates the summer months is called Meltemi. From June, it blows from the northwest and the northeast. It reaches its full strength, from 5 to 8 on the Beaufort scale, in July and August.

The sea-wind comes in late September or early October, which blows from the southeast and the southwest. It’s a specifically southern wind, that dominates mostly in spring and fall with a strength of 2 to 4. Due to Greece’s typical winds, it’s most rewarding to plan a sailing route from the south to the north in spring and autumn, and from the north to the south in summer. The waving is preferable compared to the Croatian archipelago since there’s a greater distance between the Greek islands. The current flows counterclockwise in the Eastern Mediterranean Basin, and northward along the Turkish coast. The water flows southward on the Eastern Greek coasts, but from the west side of the Peloponnese Peninsula northern current dominates..

Rent a boat Paros

Paroikia Marina, Paros

The most popular marina is in Paros. It can accommodate yachts up to 60 metres. They also offer refuelling, boat service and electricity. The city’s sights, the best hotels and apartments, as well as great taverns and bars, await visitors near the marina. The depth of the marina is 3.5 metres.

Ayios Nikólaos Marina, Kea

It is an important port on the island of Kea, close to beautiful golden beaches and excellent fishing spots. It can accommodate 255 yachts at the same time, with a maximum length of 50 metres. The water depth of the port is up to 8 metres.

Mérikha Marina, Kithnos

This tiny marina can accommodate about 30 yachts up to 60 meters long and has a water depth of 8 meters. Local hotels, restaurants, and lively nightlife areas in the immediate vicinity.

Ermoupolis Marina, Siros

Yachts up to 60 metres long can moor in the main marina of the tiny island of Siros. The water depth here is 9 metres. There are plenty of services available, including boat service and refuelling. Information about sailing in Syros, or rent a boat in Syros

Naxos Marina, Naxos

Yachts up to 20 metres in length and a number of 70 may berth in this marina. The maximum dive is 5 metres. In addition to the boat service, you can find the usual basic services in the marinas here. Information about sailing in Naxos, or rent a boat in Naxos

Tinos Marina, Tinos

This medium-sized marina locates in Tinos, a city of the same name as the island. The marina, which is 5.5 metres deep, can be moored by yachts up to 60 metres long, for which it offers many services. From here you can easily reach all the sights and beaches of the island.

Mykonos Marina, Mykonos

On the island of Mykonos, in the marina of the city with the same name as the island yachts up to 40 metres long can berth. 30 ships can anchor at the same time. The water depth is 4.5 metres. In addition to restaurants, hotels, car rentals, and other services, there is also a boat service. Information about sailing in Mykonos, or Mykonos yacht rental

Apollonia Marina, Naxos

It is a larger marina on the northeast coast of Naxos, in the town of the same name. It can accommodate boats up to 60 metres in length and a draft of 4 metres. The marina offers basic services. There are also some restaurants and bars.

Karavostasi Marina, Ios

It is a medium-sized marina on the island of Ios. It can accommodate boats up to 60 metres in length. The depth of the seabed is 4 metres. There are many services available such as a water tank refill, and you can find restaurants nearby.

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Day 1. Paros (Parikia) – Kolymbithres 18.50 km (11.49 mi), Day 2. Kolymbithres – Santa Maria Beach 13.78 km (8.56 mi), Day 3. Santa Maria Beach – Naxos 8.70 km (5.40 mi), Day 4. Naxos – Aliki 28.94 km (17.98 mi), Day 5. Aliki – Kamares (Sifnos Island) 57.83 km (35.93 mi), Day 6. Kamares – Livadi (Serifos island) 22.85 km (14.20 mi), Day 7. Livadi – Serifopoula – Parikia 70.02 km (43.51 mi).

Day 1. Paros – Kamares (Sifnos island) 54.85 km (34.08 mi), Day 2. Kamares – Livadi (Serifos island) 22.85 km (14.20 mi), Day 3. Livadi – Merihas (Kithnos island) 45.85 km (28.49 mi), Day 4. Merihas – Ermoupoli (Siros island)69.19 km (43.00 mi), Day 5. Ermoupoli – Tinos (Tinos island) 22.15 km (13.76 mi), Day 6.Tinos – Agios Stefanos(Mykonos)17.17 km (10.67 mi), Day 7. Mykonos – Stefano beach – Paros 55.48 km (34.47 mi)

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