Paros · Beaches
Paros has sandy bays all around its coast: calm water on the west, granite coves in the north, and windy, wide sands on the east.
Our favourites
SandOrganised
Smooth, sculpted granite rocks divide this bay on the north coast into small sandy coves with shallow, clear water. It is one of the best-known sights on Paros.
Short drive or bus from Naoussa, then a few steps down
Come early or late. The coves fill up by midday in July and August.
Naoussa & the northStay in Naoussa
SandOrganised
A long stretch of golden sand on the east coast, facing Naxos. It is the windsurfing and kitesurfing beach of Paros, with schools and cafes along it.
Road from Parikia or Marpissa; buses run in summer
The meltemi blows hard here in summer, which is why the surfers come. Calm days are more common in the morning.
The east coast
Pick your kind of day
SandEasy-going
A small sandy beach beside the fishing harbour, with tavernas a few steps away. The water is shallow and the bay is sheltered from most winds.
Road; you can park by the harbour
The east coastStay in Piso Livadi & Golden Beach
SandEasy-going
A sandy beach on the north side of Parikia bay, facing the sunset. It has a few umbrellas and a taverna, and the water is calm.
Short drive or a walk around the bay from Parikia
Parikia & the westStay in Parikia
SandEasy-going
A sandy bay by a quiet fishing village in the south-west, near the airport. Tavernas stand right by the water.
Road; a few minutes from the airport
Parikia & the west
SandEasy-going
The sandy bay of Molos below the village of Marpissa, on the east coast, with a small harbour and a handful of tavernas.
Road from Marpissa village
The east coastStay in Marpissa
SandOrganised
A sandy bay on the far side of the Naoussa bay, next to the Agios Ioannis Detis monastery. The water is clear and the setting is open and bright.
Road from Naoussa
Naoussa & the northStay in Naoussa
SandOrganised
A wide sandy beach on the north-east side of the island, with sunbeds, bars and water sports. It is one of the livelier beaches on Paros.
Road from Naoussa
It is exposed to the north wind, so it can be rough on a windy day.
Naoussa & the northStay in Naoussa
Wind and sea change by the day. On windy days swim on the sheltered side of the island, and watch for red flags.