Paros Road Trip Itineraries
Suggested road trip routes across Paros that make it easy to explore beaches, villages, and some of the island’s most beautiful coastal areas.
Road trips around Paros
Popular island routes
Scenic driving routes across Paros combine beautiful beaches, traditional villages, and some of the island’s most enjoyable coastal roads. The easiest way to experience these routes is to rent a car in Paros and explore the island freely.
The Classic North
- Half Day
Parikia → Naoussa (20 min)
Drive along the north coast toward the lively harbor village.
Visit the Venetian port
Walk around the picturesque harbor filled with fishing boats.
Lunch at a seafood taverna
Choose a seaside taverna overlooking the small marina.
Kolymbithres Beach (10 min from Naoussa)
Relax beside the famous granite rock formations.
Monastiri Beach (5 min further)
Continue to a calm beach with beautiful clear waters.
Return via Naoussa for sunset drinks
End the route with a relaxed drink by the harbor.
Mountain & Village Tour
- Full Day
Parikia → Lefkes (20 min)
Drive inland toward one of the most beautiful villages.
Walk part of the Byzantine Trail
Follow a historic stone path through peaceful scenery.
Drive to Prodromos & Marpissa (10 min)
Discover two traditional villages full of Cycladic charm.
Lunch in Marpissa
Enjoy a relaxed lunch in a quiet village square.
Continue to Piso Livadi (5 min)
Head down to the coast for a refreshing swim.
Drive back via the east coast road
Return with scenic views of the Aegean coastline.
South Coast Explorer
- Full Day
Parikia → Aliki (20 min)
Head south toward the fishing village of Aliki.
Swim at Aliki Beach
Enjoy calm waters and a relaxed seaside atmosphere.
Drive to Faragas Beach (15 min)
Follow the coastal road to this quiet beach.
Continue to Golden Beach (10 min)
Visit one of the island’s longest sandy beaches.
Late lunch at Golden Beach
Choose a beachfront taverna with sea views.
Return to Parikia via Marpissa
Drive back through traditional inland villages.
Antiparos Day Trip
- Full Day
Drive to Pounda Port (15 min from Parikia)
Head to the small port where ferries depart.
Take the 10-minute car ferry to Antiparos
Enjoy a short crossing across the narrow channel.
Visit the famous Antiparos Cave
Explore impressive stalactites inside the island cave.
Explore Antiparos Chora (village center)
Walk through white alleys and small local shops.
Swim at Soros Beach
Relax at one of the island’s most beautiful beaches.
Return on the last ferry
Take the ferry back to Paros in the evening.