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Paros is the most authentic and one of the larger islands of the Cyclades. Located in the heart of the Aegean Sea, Paros invites travelers to explore its diverse landscapes, beaches and vibrant villages. It has something for everyone, young and old, party- and culture seekers, bourgeois and bohemian.
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With a gate to the sea
Paros is packed with exquisite beaches that are well equipped with water sports facilities and elegant sunbeds. It’s also possible to find hidden coves and secluded sandy beaches with crystal clear waters, which can often be entirely empty even in high season!
Best beaches close to the villa
Just a short distance away is Tsoukalia (6km), a hidden gem known for its tranquil atmosphere and pristine beach. Here you can relax under the Greek sun or seek comfort in the shade under the Tamarisk trees.
Kalogeros (9 km) is a unique beach decorated with fascinating rock formations. The natural clay cliffs attract visitors seeking therapeutic mineral mud baths, allowing you to rejuvenate the body and mind amid nature’s embrace.
Lageri
will enchant you, this off-track path beach is a natural gem with its clear glistening waters.
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Secret beach guide
Golden beaches
Famous for its shimmering golden sands and excellent windsurfing conditions.
Kolymbithres beach
Remarkable and unique rock formations characterise this hot spot on Paros.
Organised facilities provide the necessary comfort, two taverns provide nourishment and the tranquil waters the relaxation. Also for watersports lovers Paros is a paradise. The West coast is a epicenter for kite surfers while the sandy beach on the East coast is a wind surfer’s dream.
Cultural gems
Immerse yourself in Paros’s rich history by visiting numerous archaeological sites and museums. Must see sight is the Panagia Ekatontapiliani, a historic Byzantine church (the Church of 100 Doors) in Parikia is said to have been founded by Saint Helen, mother of Emperor Constantine. The archaeological museum of Paros: showcasing fascinating artifacts that reveal the island’s ancient life, a slow way of living.
Unmissable site:
Excavations on the Small Islands west of Antiparos, called Despotico, gives evidence of the existence of an important ancient civilization.
Below the stones, archaeologists found many objects of the Archaic era: ceramic pots, golden and bronze jewellery, scarabs and a clay statuette of a goddess dated from 650 BC. An inscription with the name “Apollo” gives probable evidence that the temple was built to honor this ancient Greek god.
VIibrant villages
EXPLORE THE CHARMING VILLAGES OF PAROS, EACH WITH ITS UNIQUE CHARACTER AND BEAUTY. MUST-VISIT LOCATIONS INCLUDE:
- NAOUSSA: A PICTURESQUE FISHING VILLAGE BOASTING A LIVELY HARBOR AND STYLISH BOUTIQUES.
- PARIKIA: THE ISLAND’S CAPITAL AND PORT, WHERE TRADITIONAL WHITE HOUSES AND NARROW ALLEYS CREATE AN ENCHANTING ATMOSPHERE.
Good to know
Surface area: 196 km2 (approx)
Population: 16.000 (approx)
Best view: from Mount Agii Pantes (724 km) lying in the center of the island.
Our car hire, Booking service and airport transfers
If you are staying at MOONHOUSE and you will need to hire a car, Moto, Scooter or a ATV, we would be glad to help out. Just let us know your car hire requirements and we will book a rental for you through one of our tested and trusted partners.
No one wants to queue at the care hire desk in an airport. It would be much better to collect your luggage, get straight into your car and head over to the villa.
We would be delighted to arrange this for you, just say the word and we will arrange a car of your desire or a transfer to take you directly to MOONHOUSE.
In -villa delivery
If you don’t want to drive at the beginning or end of your holiday, we can organise a private airport transfer for you, then have your rental car brought to the villa when you are ready to start exploring or arrange a pickup from there before you depart.
Private boat trips and adventures
Paros is an exciting destination for those who long for adventures far from the ordinary. Let the island unravel its beauty through bespoke experiences, activities, tours and excursions.
Embark on an unforgettable day cruise in the azure blue of the Aegean Sea to discover magnificent hidden beaches, coves with emerald water and nearby islands, including the picture-perfect Anti Paros and Koufounisia or the glamorous Mykonos with stop to the wind-swept shores of ancient Delos.
Be it a guided tour to Paros landmarks and sites, a helicopter tour or a fascinating boat trip, the best of local life and culture awaits.
