Paros Venetian Castle

Location: Naoussa

The Venetian Fortress of Naoussa in Paros Greece, Cyclades: The Venetian Fort of Naoussa is located in the old port and it is the most characteristic spot of this lovely town. Originally constructed in the 15th century by the Venetians, the fortress was used as a watchtower for pirate and enemy attacks and as a front line in times of war. Its location was very convenient for surveilling the Aegean Sea and due to its architecture, it was very difficult for enemy ships to approach the close port where commercial ships used to moor.

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Today only part of this fort survives a half-submerged watchtower that is connected to the mainland with a short path. Originally there was a second watchtower that no longer survives. These towers had a large iron gate that made commercial transactions easier. Just opposite the fort of Naoussa, there are today lovely bars and fish taverns. In the past, on the location of these bars, there were Venetian storehouses. After the Venetians, the fort was conquered by Russians and finally by Ottomans.

Tours and activities related to Venetian Castle

• Independent day trip to Paros island Naxos Sail from Naxos across the Aegean Sea and reach the picturesque port of Naousa on Paros Island. Enjoy a full day of free time to use as you choose. Relax on a beach, explore the bays by water taxi, or travel around the island by renting a car or catching a bus. In Naousa, savor a delicious fish lunch in one of its small restaurants. From the port of Naousa or Parikia, sail by small water taxis to reach one of the wonderful beaches of the bays. Soak up some rays and swim in the transparent waters. Alternatively, take a bus to the capital of Paros, Parikia. Visit one of the most important symbols of Greek Orthodoxy, the Church of Panagia Ekatontapyliani, and discover the Archeological Museum located just behind it. Take a walk in the old market street and admire the wall of the Venetian Castle, or do some souvenir shopping. Or, explore the island by renting a car. Head to the ancient capital Lefkes, Logaras Beach in Piso Livadi Village, and the colorful village of Aliky in the south of the island. Get back to Naousa port of at the end of the afternoon and take your return trip to Naxos. A hotel pickup option is also available for this tour so you can have the most hassle-free day possible. Drop-off is not included. 10 hours Map from € 25.00

How to get there

The Venetian Castle is located in the village of Naoussa.

Private transfers: We recommend using an online pre-booked Paros transfer service, which provides transfer by taxi, minibus or private VIP car and arranging a pickup directly from the port, airport or your hotel. Alternatively, there’s the option of arranging a pickup by a local driver directly at the following numbers: 0030 694 4540 556, 0030 694 4668 331, 0030 699 9450 800 or book your taxi online.

Car rental: Τhere’s the option of renting a car in Paros with as little as 14 euros per day and pick it up directly from the airport, port or your hotel. Using a car rental allows visitors to discover the Byzantine Museum and many other places of interest in Paros at their own pace.

Public transfers: The central bus station of the island is located at the main port of Paros (Parikia). There are several buses from Parikia to Naoussa during the day. Consider that time schedules might change according to the season. Check the official timetables here.
Tip: Since buses don’t always stop in every scheduled stop of their itinerary, our advice to visitors is to inform the driver about their final destination, so that he makes a stop there.

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