Paros Naoussa

Information about Naoussa

Naoussa Paros: The beautiful picturesque fishing village of Naoussa is located in a huge bay in the northern part of Paros, 10 kilometres east from the capital, Parikia.

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Naoussa is considered to be one of the prettiest villages in the Cyclades and, despite the tourism development, this lovely village has manage to keep its authenticity, its traditional character and its charm, with its whitewashed and flowered little houses and its tiny whitewashed churches and chapels, surrounded by labyrinth-like narrow, stone paved streets.

The lovely village of Naoussa is built amphitheatrically around a tiny picturesque port where little colourful fishing boats called caiques moor and remains of a Venetian castle can still be seen, creating a unique and enchanting atmosphere.

Little taverns and ouzeries are boarding the port, giving a friendly and traditional atmosphere. The main square offers much you will require in terms of buses, cash withdrawal and there is an information booth in the corner of the square. Though Naoussa is much quieter than Parikia, it offers several animated bars and nightclubs, opened until dawn.

Naoussa, Paros is also famous for its numerous beautiful golden beaches, filling the natural bay such as Kolymbithres Beach, Agios Ioannis, Agioi Anargyroi, Monastiri and many more. From the wildest and more secluded beaches to the fully organized ones, those beaches are ideal for everyone, covering all tastes and needs. All of them can be reached by footpaths, asphalted roads or by caiques (small fishing boats) from the port.

Naoussa also has many beautiful churches to visit such as the main church, the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin, which is located on the highest spot of the village or the Church of Agios Nikolaos (Saint Nicholas) which houses an interesting Byzantine Museum exposing fine and valuable 13th century icons.

Every 23rd of August, nine days after the Assumption of the Virgin, a great festivity is celebrated in Naoussa, during which a representation of the pirates raids is performed by the young people of the village, fireworks are thrown while dancing, eating and drinking continues until dawn. Many archaeological sites and monuments can be found in the area which are well worth visiting.

Tours and activities related to Naoussa

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  Day cruise on a catamaran with lunch

  Naxos

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  The way from Naxos Island to the Small Cyclades it`s absolutely amazing and unforgettable. From place to place the Aegean Sea is showing you different shades of colors, from crystal clear turquoise to deep blue or even green. You can enjoy all the nature show onboard of a modern and comfortable catamaran. The cruise will start from Naxos at 09:30 AM, right in time after a delicious breakfast and a well-deserved coffee and will take you for the next 8 hours to the most secluded beaches and caves. The captain and the experienced crew will choose the best and safest route, so you can have a relaxing journey. There will be many swimming stops and you can even do some snorkeling with the gear provided on board. After observing the underwater life you can relax on the shaded aft lounge or socialize on the large deck areas while the crew is cooking the lunch for you. You will be served with traditional fresh dishes, cake and fruit salad accompanied by a glass of wine or a beer. Cold refreshments and bottled water are available also. On your way back to Naxos, relax and enjoy the surroundings. This will be a day cruise that you and your friends will never forget.

  8 hours Map

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• Full day catamaran sailing cruise with lunch

  Naxos

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  Your holiday on the island of Naxos can be more than amazing! Besides all the unique spots that you can visit on the island, there are much more to visit and discover at sea. This full-day sailing cruise will take you to unforgettable places, where you can enjoy the beauty of the surroundings, swim at secluded beaches, snorkel and observe the fishes underwater. You can come to meet new people or take your friends and sail together onboard of this brand new catamaran that features 4 double cabins with 4 en-suite bathrooms in full comfort and privacy. The cruise will start early in the morning from Naxos port and will take you to some beautiful beaches on southern Naxos where you can stop just for a swim or take the inflatable boat and go closer to explore them. Between the swimming stops, the crew will prepare a traditional lunch for you that will be enjoyed on the boat, accompanied by coffee, water or local wine. If the weather conditions are good, the captain will take you to Paros or Small Cyclades, where you can sunbathe and relax or swim in the blue waters. After eight hours of sailing on this luxury catamaran, you will return safely back to Naxos.

  8 hours Map

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  Full day sailing cruise with snacks and drinks

  Naxos

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  Since there are so many places to see around the island of Naxos, this cruise is giving you the chance to choose your desire destination out of a long list of possibilities. You can visit the Rina Cave and do some snorkeling with the equipment available on the yacht; you can go for a swim in the famous Kalados Bay or choose to visit some different islands. On Schinoussa and Irakleia islands you can take a walk on the small traditional villages and get some breathtaking views from the highest hills or you can go to admire the distinct Cycladic white houses from Paros and Antiparos islands. The captain will be there for you to advise the best options, depending on weather conditions and wind. A professional digital recording and photographic equipment are available on board of the yacht, so make sure you don`t miss any spot! Between swimming and visiting stops you can relax and enjoy a cold drink and a snack or if you like, you can take some sailing lessons from the captain and learn more about the Aegean Sea. For your safety, the number of visitors is limited, so make sure you book your trip on time.

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How to get to Naoussa

There are many different ways to get to Naoussa from any location on the island.
Airport to Naoussa: 19.5 km / 12.1 miles | Port to Naoussa: 10 km / 6.2 miles | Parikia to Naoussa: 10 km / 6.2 miles

Tours: Discover Naoussa with an organized tour of Paros, starting from 50€.

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 Naoussa 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.
From Paros airport to Naousa: There’s a bus station outside the airport building. The buses that depart from there take visitors to the main bus station in Parikia village. From Parikia, visitors should take another bus to reach Naoussa.
From Paros port to Naoussa: The central bus station is located at the main port of Paros (Parikia). From there, visitors who have arrived by ferry to Paros should take a bus to reach Naoussa.
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.