The Folklore Museum of Marpissa is located in Marpissa, Paros island.

The Marpissa Folk Museum was established after a combined effort of the local community and the very active and notable Women Association of Marpissa.

It is located in the center of Marpissa and upon entering the stone building, you will feel as if you traveled in time and found the old Paros. In the Marpissa Folk Museum you have a chance to see all the rooms of a typical Parian house, equipped with original furniture and objects; all offered by the islands' residents.

If you happen to pass by Marpissa it is worth spending some time in the Folklore Museum of Marpissa and get an idea of the old lifestyle on the island. More information about the Folklore Museum of Marpissa can be found in the number 22840 41217.

The Museum of Sculpture "Nikos Perantinos" is in Marpissa area in Paros.

Nikos Perantinos was an important Greek sculptor originally from Paros. After a remarkable and creative areer, Nikos Perantinos returned to Paros and founded a marble carving workshop to ensure the tradition of sculpting continues in Paros. Following his death in 1991, the Museum of Sculpture "Nikos Perantinos" was founded, in order to exhibit all the artistically exquisite sculptures the distinguished Greek artist had created.

More information concerning the Museum of Sculpture "Nikos Perantinos" can be found in the number 22840 41217, while if you are interested in the marble carving workshop do call 22840 23851.

The Benettos Skiadas Cycladic Folklore Museum is located in Alyki, in Paros island.

It is definitely one of the most unique museums you've ever been to. All exhibits are Benettos Skiadas' creations, an authentic folk artist that chose to express himself through the construction of a series of miniatures.

In The Benettos Skiadas Cycladic Folklore Museum you can admire remarkable miniatures of Cycladic buildings and ships, among which the Ekatontapiliani church undoubtedly stands out.

You surely have never seen anything like that, so do visit the The Benettos Skiadas Cycladic Folklore Museum; it will make your vacations in Paros is super interesting!

In Paros, Naoussa, is the Historical and Folklore Museum Othon Kaparis. The museum is a personal creation of the Parian doctor Othon Kaparis. He gathered the material exposed in the museum.

Among the exhibits you can admire:

• Ancient Coins
• Findings from the Mycenaean Acropolis in Koukounaries
• Tools and everyday objects of the inhabitants of Paros
• Nautical charts, books and parchments
• A collection of photographs depicting Paros in 1950, shot by the museum creator

When you find yourself in Naoussa, it is worth spending some time in the Historical and Folklore Museum Othon Kaparis.

More information about the Historical and Folklore Museum Othon Kaparis can be found in the number 22840 53453.

The Byzantine Museum of Paros is within Ekatontapiliani church.

The first attempt to create the Byzantine Museum of Paros in the area of ​​Ekatontapiliani church, started in the early 20th century on the initiative of Father George Scaramangas, who started collecting the appropriate material. For some years a rather rudimentary museum operated that later closed and then reopened to obtain its final present form in 1996. Since then it operates permanently, welcoming thousands of visitors each year.

In the Byzantine Museum you have tha chance to see among others:

• Byzantine icons
• Priestly vestments
• Several woodcuts, among which the Epitaph stands out
• Religious relics and silverware

If you spent your holidays in Paros, you will surely visit Ekatontapyliani church, so do not forget to check out the Byzantine museum.

The Archaeological Museum of Paros is in Parikia.

Operating since 1960, the Archaeological Museum of Paros hosts findings from excavations in Paros, Antiparos and Despotiko.

Among the exhibits the visitor will admire :

• A marble statue depicting the Gorgon
• A marble statue of the goddess Artemis found at Delion
• A marble statue of Niki found in Parikia
• A marble plaque depicting the famous poet Archilochus
• Cycladic figurines
• Architectural parts from various buildings

The majority of the statues are crafted in garnet, the famous Parian marble. Besides, the island has a long tradition of the art of marble processing.
If you find yourself in Parikia, visit the archaeological museum and have a look at the exhibits.

More information about the Archaeological Museum of Paros can be found in the number 22840 21231.

Paros is an island that loves theater and so those who choose it for their holidays will certainly have the opportunity to enjoy at least one remarkable theatrical performance.

Especially during summer, theatrical performances are presented in several spaces in the island such as:

• The open-air theater in Lefkes
• The Archilochus open-air theater in the Paros Environmental Park
• The Parikia stadium

These and other selected locations in Paros, give you the opportunity to enjoy theatrical performances by renowned theater companies and the very active and talented theater groups of the island.

More information on theater performances in Paros can be found in the Municipality of Paros in the number 22 843 60100.

Paros is an island that has greatly contributed to the visual arts, particularly sculpture. Some of the uniquely beautiful sculptures that adorn the halls of top museums in Greece and around the world, including the famous Venus de Milo in the Louvre, are made from the famous Parian marble.

Today, Paros wanting to live up to its history, supports and promotes passionately all visual arts. Therefore, apart from the Sculpture museum " Nikos Perantinos "and the Cycladic Folk museum Benettos Skiadas, the cultural operators of the island organize and host art exhibitions and cultural events in various locations such as:

• The Dimitrakopoulos building in Parikia
• The Art Center Apothiki in Parikia

Paros has several art galleries and other art spaces, mainly in Parikia and Naoussa, while painting, photography and sculpture exhibitions can be found in the most unlikely places such as classrooms and hotel lobbies.

Besides, Paros is truly an island full of culture.

More information on visual arts events in Paros can be found in the Municipality of Paros in the number 22 843 60100.

Paros is an island that loves music. Choosing Paros for your holidays, ensures that you'll enjoy remarkable concerts and musical events.

Especially during summer, concerts and musical events are held in several areas of the island such as:

• The Parikia stadium
• The Archilochus open-air theater in the Paros Environmental Park
• The open-air theater in Lefkes

In all these locations and other selected areas in Paros you have the chance to enjoy nights full of wonderful melodies and songs, and have fun like never before. The classical music nights that are organized, especially when there is full moon, are outstanding, offering a unique experience not to be missed.

More information on theater performances in Paros can be found in the Municipality of Paros in the number 22 843 60100.

The Castle of Naoussa is situated in Paros island in the Naoussa region.

The castle of Naoussa was constructed at the entrance of the picturesque port by the Venetians, who wanted to protect the ships and the town from pirates. Unfortunately it was not enough to stop the notorious pirate Barbarossa, who in 1537 after several days of battle, occupied the castle and plundered Paros.

Today the castle has suffered greatly by the years and the elements of nature and thus can not be visited. Yet, you can admire it from close range as you stroll in Naoussa. Especially at night the Castle of Naoussa is a beautiful sight not to be missed.