When cousin sisters take on Paros, you know it’s going to be an adventure to remember. With Serena (our friend) taking charge, Nush (Amaari's cofounder) and I got to kick back and enjoy the ride without doing any research at all. Here’s our ultimate guide to Paros with the best tips on where to stay, where to eat and must dos.
Where to Stay
There are two main villages in Paros: Naousa and Parikia. We stayed in Naousa and, trust me, it was the best decision. All the best restaurants, clubs, and bars are there, which meant we saved a lot on taxis and could stumble back to our hotel after a night out with ease.
As three students on a budget, this charming little hotel was perfect for us. It was clean and simple, yet oh-so-pretty. Unfortunately, there’s no pool, but who needs a pool when the ocean is just a five-minute walk away? The hotel’s white and blue Greek charm was just what we needed.
Some of our friends stayed here, and their rooms were super spacious. It’s similar to Teoria and just a two-minute walk away, so choose whichever has availability for your dates. Either way, you can’t go wrong.
Where to Eat
The food in Paros was delicious, especially the gyros. As a Greek salad lover, I was a bit disappointed by the quality of Greek salads in Greece—who knew? But everything else was chef’s kiss.
This restaurant in Naousa offers amazing Aegean cuisine. The seafood is incredibly fresh, although it is on the pricier side. Worth every penny for the food coma you’ll experience.
After five days of nothing but Greek food, we were ready for a change. Enter Umi, a Japanese restaurant in Naousa. The sushi was fantastic and just what we needed to break the monotony. Highly recommend!
Naousa’s main square is where the parties are. All the clubs are clustered together, so you can hop from one to another. The vibe is lively and fun, perfect for a night out.
The two main clubs are Barbarossa and Linardo, but you can get dinner there before and then the music gets louder later. Both are great, so feel free to bounce between them and enjoy the nightlife.
Must Do!
Quad Bikes
On our second-to-last day, we decided to get a bit adventurous and rented quad bikes to explore the beaches of Paros. This was hands down the highlight of our trip. It’s about €60 for the day, but it’s worth it.
Antiparos
Take a ferry to Antiparos for just €4. It’s a super easy 30-minute ride. While I’ve heard people rave about the beaches there, I found them pretty similar to Paros. Still, it’s a nice change of scenery and definitely worth a visit.
