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Ancient ruins of Venetian castle in the harbor of Naoussa town, view from above, Paros island, Greece
Ancient ruins of Venetian castle in the harbor of Naoussa town, view from above, Paros island, Greece

Discover Paros, Greece

Cycladic Architecture. Kite Surfing.

Considered one of Greece’s best kept secrets, Paros is situated in the heart of the Clycades. The Greek Isle’s iconic white marble was once mined here, which you can marvel at while strolling through the island’s picturesque towns. Most any Greek Isle daydream you’ve had can be found in Paros. Wineries, pristine beaches, turquoise waters, delicious local cuisine and historic sites dot the island. Or take to the water for some surfing, kayaking, windsurfing and more while enjoying a different view of its incredible coastline.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Paros

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Typical blue dome church on Santorini island, Greece Admire the beauty of traditional Greek Blue Dome Churches.
Greek fishing village in Paros, Naousa, Greece Savour a mid-day luncheon with fresh seafood right from the port.
Picturesque Naousa village, Paros island, Cyclades, Greece Explore the ancient history of the Naoussa Venetian Castle.
Church of Agia Triada, Lefkes, Paros island, Greece Marvel at the unique architecture of the Agia Triada Church.
Greek salad on table in Greek tavern with blue sea water in background, Samos island, Greece Indulge in authentic Greek feta cheese & mixed peppers.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Aerial drone photo of surfer cruising in high speed in popular wavy beach of Chrysi Akti, Paros island, Cyclades, Greece

Famous For

Paros is famous for windsurfing and kitesurfing. You can find the best spots on Golden Beach and New Golden Beach.

Fresh figs. Halved fig. Juicy fig. Mediterranean fruit.

Exquisite Flavors

Try sun-kissed figs, freshly caught seafood, and the local specialty - Parian chickpea balls - for a true taste of island life.

The Valley of the Butterflies (Peta Loudhes) Rhodes Greece Europe

Fun Facts

The Valley of Petaloudes, which means Butterfly in Greek, is filled with butterflies, making it a breathtaking natural phenomenon worth experiencing.

Port Name & Location

Port of Paros, Greece
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

Greek is the language spoken in Paros.
To say "Hello," say "Yassou" or shorten it to "Ya”.

Time Zone

Eastern European Time (EET)
(GMT+3)

Currency & Shopping

The local currency is the Euro (EUR).

Featured Paros Itineraries

Learn More about Paros

Read more on our official travel blog.

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