From Santa Maria Beach to Piso Livadi and Lefkés, here’s an ultimate guide on what to see, where to go, and where to eat on the east side of Paros.
Our first stop was Santa Maria beach. The drive there is AMAZING, to say the least. The only thing separating you and your quad from the crystal blue ocean are small coves. We stopped by Santa Maria beach, a gorgeous beach with sun beds and palm tree umbrellas, but Pat and I couldn’t stop thinking about the intimate and secluded coves on our way to the beach. Without hesitation, we decided to turn around and spend an hour tanning and bathing in one of the coves rather than at the beach. We chose one along the path to Santa Maria and highly recommend you all do the same! It is so much better than staying on a beach. You really feel in touch with nature and get your own private cove with an unobstructed view of the neighboring island!
We started to get hungry so decided to head to the fishing port of Piso Livadi. As you arrive, you see the village and small boardwalk peering through the trees. If you plan on eating lunch in Piso Livadi during prime season, I highly recommend you make a reservation since almost every restaurant was packed! It’s a hotspot for tourist during the summer months due to its picturesque location, sandy beaches, and of course numerous cafés and restaurants. If you’re looking to eat fresh fish caught the morning of, aside from Naoussa, Piso Livadi is the place to go. The port is lined with cute cafés with panoramic sea front views of the port and beach. Pat and I chose to enjoy lunch at Stavros Restaurant at the beginning of Piso Livadi. The menu is primarily Greek and because it is at the beginning of the promenade, it isn’t as crammed as other restaurants may be. Following lunch, Pat and I decided to take a stroll down the boardwalk before hopping on our ATV’s and heading off to Golden Beach – famous for its water sports – specifically, wind surfing. As you look out onto the waters of windy Golden Beach, you catch a glimpse of the small island of Drionsi just a couple of kilometers away that can only be reached by boat.
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Wow, what a gorgeous island. The color of the water is amazing! It sounds like you’re having a great time! Going on an ATV would be a blast.
This looks so stunning, the water is beautiful! You’ve really made me want to go to the beach this weekend, although it won’t be as pretty as your pictures!
This looks like a perfect location for me. I love a good sunny day and ATVing. You guys look like you had a wonderful time and that water looks BEAUTIFUL
Ohhh Greece with its blue sky and sea and delicious food! So its good to have a sister inlaw from Greece who loves to cook!;) Looks like you guys are really enjoying yourself!❤️
Ah so scrolling down at the end, I see that this was in Greece. I was confused as to exactly where you were when I first started reading this. These pictures look amazing. The quad looks like it was a fun way to get around.
Wow so beautiful! Nothing like that blue! Looks like you had a wonderful time!
Ahh… this place looks amaze. Hope you’re having a great time!
Looks like yall had a great time! You took and shared some amazing pictures.
This place screams summer and gorgeous! Looks romantic too. What’s your favorite food at Piso Livadi?
Absolutely beautiful! I definitely need to put Greece on my list of placed I NEED to go! Renting a quad sounds like an awesome way to see the island. I will have to keep that in mind for my future trip.
every thing is blue and blue … I like that picture of yours with yellow dress … yellow and blue combo looks amazing 🙂
So beautiful! You make me want to go there!
Greece looks beautiful. Looks like you had a fabulous time. Would love to visit one day.
What truly beautiful photos! I am jealous of your travels 🙂 Greece is definitely on my bucket list!
I wish I was there right now!
Looks amazing!
Going to Paros soon, do we need an international drivers license to rent an Quad?
I honestly don’t remember…! I think so though