{"id":17265,"date":"2020-09-05T19:08:21","date_gmt":"2020-09-05T16:08:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/?page_id=17265"},"modified":"2026-08-21T21:21:50","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T18:21:50","slug":"paros-restaurant-beaches-gay-friendly","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/?page_id=17265","title":{"rendered":"Paros Restaurant &#038; Beaches Gay Friendly"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>Paros follows a very similar philosophy to its neighbor Naxos, offering a safe, welcoming, and relaxed environment for LGBTQ+ travelers. While it does not feature a loud, commercialized gay party scene like Mykonos, it is an incredibly trendy island that attracts a stylish, open-minded, and diverse crowd of international vacationers.The queer vibe here is upscale yet low-key, centered around beautiful boutique hotels, stylish coastal cocktail bars, and spacious golden beaches with established clothing-optional areas.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong> Gay-Friendly and Nudist Beaches<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>Paros features a mix of trendy beach clubs and natural coastal stretches. The gay and naturist community tends to gather at the quieter, more scenic ends of the island&#8217;s famous beaches<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Lageri Beach (Laggeri)<a href=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lageri.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-122171\" src=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lageri.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lageri.jpg 500w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lageri-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>This is the primary gay-friendly and clothing-optional beach on Paros. Tucked away in a sheltered bay just north of Naoussa, this beach has no sunbeds or commercial bars, offering total privacy behind a barrier of sand dunes and cedar trees. The southern end of the curved bay is the most popular gathering point for the LGBTQ+ community and naturists.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Faragas Beach<a href=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/faragas.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-122172\" src=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/faragas.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/faragas.jpg 500w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/faragas-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/faragas-436x272.jpg 436w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>A gorgeous bay on the southern coast with crystal-clear waters. While the middle section is occupied by a trendy, organized beach club, walking to the uncultivated rocky coves on the far left or far right leads to peaceful, clothing-optional spots highly favored by gay couples.Santa Maria Beach: A long, beautiful stretch of sand near Naoussa. The main beach is heavily organized with water sports and music, but if you walk past the rocks to Little Santa Maria Beach or the sand dunes further north, you will find a much more relaxed, naturist-friendly crowd.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Golden Beach (Chrissi Akti)<a href=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/goldenbecah.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-122173\" src=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/goldenbecah.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/goldenbecah.jpg 500w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/goldenbecah-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>Famous worldwide for windsurfing, this massive sandy beach offers plenty of space. The far southern end (away from the hotels and surf schools) provides quiet pockets where same-sex couples and sunbathers can enjoy privacy.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Gay-Friendly Bars and Nightlife<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>Nightlife on Paros is divided between the historic capital of Parikia and the upscale, fashionable fishing village of Naoussa. While there are no exclusively gay bars left on the island, the nightlife is highly cosmopolitan, artsy, and welcoming,<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Evinos Bar (Parikia)<a href=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/evinos.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-122174\" src=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/evinos.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/evinos.jpg 500w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/evinos-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>Perched high on the old town cliffside overlooking the harbor, this is a legendary spot on the island. It attracts a diverse, sophisticated crowd and is highly popular with LGBTQ+ travelers. It is the ultimate place to listen to good music, drink exceptional cocktails, and watch the panoramic Aegean sunset.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Agosta (Naoussa)<a href=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/agosta.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-122175\" src=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/agosta.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/agosta.jpg 500w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/agosta-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>Located in the heart of the old Venetian port of Naoussa. This multi-level bar overlooks the water and features a chic, open-minded crowd. It starts as a scenic spot for evening drinks and gets energetic later at night with upbeat music.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Sommaripa Consolato (Naoussa)<a href=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sommaripa.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-122176\" src=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sommaripa.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sommaripa.jpg 500w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sommaripa-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>An iconic balcony bar in the old port with vintage decor and a trendy, inclusive vibe. It is highly recommended for couples who want to sit upstairs, enjoy premium cocktails, and watch the lively crowd below.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c4122f;\"><strong>Pirate Bar (Parikia)<a href=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/piratebar-naxos.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-122177\" src=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/piratebar-naxos.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/piratebar-naxos.jpg 500w, https:\/\/grecia-turismo.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/piratebar-naxos-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #103b70;\"><strong>A historic jazz and blues bar tucked inside the narrow stone alleys of Parikia. It has an artsy, progressive atmosphere where everyone fits right in.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Paros follows a very similar philosophy to its neighbor Naxos, offering a safe, welcoming, and relaxed environment for LGBTQ+ travelers. 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