Beaches Aliki area
Aliki area
The Aliki area, nestled in the quieter southern part of Paros, offers a more authentic and peaceful Greek island experience. With its laid-back charm, visitors can enjoy fresh seafood at the traditional taverns by the port, embark on a sailing trip to Antiparos, or simply relax by the clear, calm sea surrounded by natural beauty and wide-open views.
This part of Paros feels less crowded with tourists, giving it a unique atmosphere that blends tranquility with adventure. On this page, you’ll find a guide to the best beaches near Aliki—each with its own character, vibe, and reasons to visit.
Aliki beach
The fishing town of Aliki is a perfect place to keep an eye on the kids while they have fun and play on the beach, as you relax with something to eat or drink at one of the beachside tavernas. The view over Aliki Bay is stunning, with dozens of small fishing boats gently swaying in the Aegean breeze.
There are actually three beaches in Aliki:
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The main beach by the port, where the scene above is most relevant—ideal for families, with shallow waters and nearby taverns.
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Agios Nikolaos Beach, located next to the playground, is also great for kids and close to local amenities.
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Piso Aliki Beach, just a short walk away, is a quieter and more secluded spot—perfect for those looking for a peaceful swim or a bit more privacy.
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How to get there: accessible by bus in season or by car.
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Punta beach ( port of Antiparos )
From the south to Punda, there is a long and vast stretch of soft, yellow sand, but it is mainly a beach for water sports enthusiasts. The school here is known throughout Greece as one of the best places for windsurfing and kite surfing. A diving school also operates from the port of Punda, from where you can catch the ferry to the neighboring island of Antiparos.
Beach services: bar/restaurant/windsurfing club.
Getting there: accessible by bus during the season or by car, about a quarter of an hour from Parikia.
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Glyfa beach
A beautiful and stunning beach, gentle and sheltered from the Meltemi winds. There is a row of ash trees on the beach that provide shade for visitors. Worth a visit. A beautiful view of the small Cycladic islands and the famous Ios.
Beach services: There is a food stand with seating, a shower for visitors, open from 10:00 to 19:00.
How to get there: A 20-minute drive from Parikia.
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Tripiti beach
A wide and pleasant sandy beach located adjacent to Glyfa beach to the south. The water is clear and the bay is sheltered from the summer winds of the Cyclades. It is a quiet and pleasant beach with beautiful rocks for snorkeling enthusiasts.
Trees and shrubs are scattered along the beach, providing shade during the summer.
Beach services: It is a quiet beach with no beach services.
Getting there: A 20-minute drive from Parikia.
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Faragas beach
This is a wide sandy beach with a series of smaller coves to the right of the main beach. Once a relatively unknown area, it has developed into one of the largest beaches in the islands with the construction of a dedicated road.
Faragas is a great destination for stormy days as it is completely protected from the northern winds of Maltami.
It has a great beach bar on the Faragas beach.
Beach services: bars and restaurants, and sunbeds.
Getting there: Accessible only by private transportation.
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