Parga
Greece · Epirus · 6 m
Description
Parga (Πάργα) is a picturesque coastal town on the Ionian coast of Epirus in northwestern Greece, combining Mediterranean charm with a rich Venetian heritage. Pastel-colored houses rise amphitheatrically around the small harbor, while the Venetian castle crowns a rocky peninsula above the town. Just offshore lies the small island of Panagia, marked by its white chapel. The beaches of Valtos, Lichnos, and Sarakiniko are among the most attractive in the surrounding area. Excursions lead to the islands of Paxos and Antipaxos. Inland, the springs and gorge of the Acheron evoke ancient Greek mythology, in which the river was associated with the underworld.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 7 days (optimal 5 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – July or September – October
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- Apr
- May
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- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Venetian Castle of Parga (Sunset)
- Valtos Beach
- Parga old town & harbour
- Vlacherna Monastery, Parga
- Krioneri Beach
- Panagia Island
- Acheron River springs(Day trip)
- Lichnos Beach
- Aphrodite's Cave
- Sarakiniko Beach
- Paxos & Antipaxos boat trip (Blue Grottos)(Day trip)
- Necromanteion of Acheron River(Day trip)
- Acheron river rafting & kayaking(Day trip)
- Piso Krioneri Beach
- Ali Pasha Castle at Anthousa(Day trip)
- Parga harbour tavernas & seafood
- Ammoudia beach & Acheron estuary(Day trip)
- Ai Giannakis Beach
- Sivota & Blue Lagoon boat trip(Day trip)
- Church of Agios Nikolaos, Parga
- Paragaea Old Olive Oil Factory Museum
- Parga olive groves & olive oil
- Loutsa Beach
- Alonaki Fanariou Beach(Day trip)
Getting there
- Nearest airports:
- PVK, CFU
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry