Parga
Parga is a harbor town on the Ionian coast with a hillside castle, beaches near town and summer ferries to the islands of Paxos and Antipaxos.
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Parga sits on the Ionian coast in the northwest of the Preveza regional unit, in Epirus, northwestern Greece. It lies between Preveza, about 68 km away, and Igoumenitsa, about 40 km away. The town is built in an amphitheater shape on a hillside above the sea, and its nickname is the Bride of Epirus. It is the busiest tourist spot in the area and the most popular destination in Epirus.
Most trips here center on the beaches, the castle and the boats. Krioneri, the main beach, is a short walk from the center. Valtos, near the castle, has clear water, and Lichnos, about 3 km east, has sand, pebbles and two small sea caves. The castle above town was first built around the 11th century to guard against pirates and Ottoman raids, and Ali Pasha later added a bathhouse and harem quarters. In summer, ferries link Parga daily with Paxos and Antipaxos, which lie opposite the town. Summer suits swimming and boats; winters are mild and rainy.
Parga in five
- Fly into Preveza, not Corfu, for the shortest roadPreveza airport is the nearest, about an hour by car or taxi. From Corfu you take a ferry to Igoumenitsa, then road, which adds a half day.Preveza
- Walk up to the castle at the end of the dayThe Venetian castle above town gives a view over the bay and the islet with its chapel. Evening is cooler and the light is softer than midday.
- Choose Valtos for space, Lichnos for calm waterValtos is the long town beach with sunbeds and tavernas; Lichnos, a short drive away, is quieter and sheltered. Arrive early in July and August.Greece best time to visit
- Book a boat day to Paxos and Antipaxos in seasonDay boats leave Parga harbor for the neighboring islands, with swim stops. Check what the price includes and where the boat docks before you pay.Compare boat trips
- Rent a car if you want Epirus beyond the townThe Acheron springs, the Necromanteion ruins and Syvota are easy by car but hard by bus. Book ahead for peak weeks.Compare car hire
Need to know
- Airport
- Preveza-Aktion (PVK), about an hour by road; Corfu and Ioannina also near
- Getting there
- Flight to Preveza, then taxi or rental car; bus from Athens takes most of a day
- Getting around
- On foot in town; rental car or taxi for beaches and Epirus
- Best base
- Parga harbor and the old town streets
- Time needed
- 3–5 days for beaches, a boat day and an Acheron trip
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Days with storms
- Best
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryRain14 rainy daysHigh12°Low7°Mild, wetJanuaryRain
Poor
- High
- 12°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 230 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, wet
- FebruaryPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh14°Low8°Mild, wetFebruaryPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 8°
- Precipitation
- 131 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, wet
- MarchPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh15°Low9°Spring, quietMarchPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 127 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring, quiet
- AprilPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh18°Low12°Easter, quietAprilPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 88 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Easter, quiet
- MayPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh22°Low15°Warm, openMayPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 72 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, open
- JuneClear6 rainy daysHigh27°Low20°Warm seaJuneClear
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 41 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea
- JulyClear2 rainy daysHigh30°Low23°Hot, peakJulyClear
Best
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 13 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, peak
- AugustClear3 rainy daysHigh30°Low23°Hot, busiestAugustClear
Best
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 28 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busiest
- SeptemberClear7 rainy daysHigh26°Low20°Warm sea, calmSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 101 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea, calm
- OctoberClear9 rainy daysHigh22°Low16°Mild, quieterOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 137 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, quieter
- NovemberRain14 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh18°Low13°ShowersNovemberRain
Poor
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 337 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Showers
- DecemberRain12 rainy daysHigh14°Low9°Mild, wetDecemberRain
Poor
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 248 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, wet
Average daily high and low in Preveza, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Parga
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 10°
- Humidity
- 93%
- Wind
- 20 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Parga
10:46 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today16°11°100%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 16°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Tue14°11°100%Tuesday: Thunderstorms. High 14°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Wed17°10°3%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 3%.
- Thu17°10°0%Thursday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri16°9°7%Friday: Clear. High 16°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 7%.
- Sat15°9°40%Saturday: Cloudy. High 15°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 40%.
- Sun12°10°55%Sunday: Rain. High 12°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 55%.
Updated 07:42 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Day trips by train
- Prevezaabout 1 hour by roadA harbor town with a tunnel under the strait toward Lefkada.Read the guide
- Zagorohoriaabout 1.5–2 hours by roadStone villages and gorge trails; better as an overnight.Read the guide
- Ioanninaabout 1.5 hours by roadA lake city with a walled citadel and Epirus cooking.Read the guide
Before you go to Parga
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Rules for Parga, checked
- Greece is in the Schengen Area. Check entry requirements on the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs site (mfa.gr) before you fly.
- Non-EU visitors may be fingerprinted and photographed at the border under the EU Entry/Exit System. Check the European Commission's current EES guidance before you travel.
- Dial 112 for police, ambulance or fire from any phone in Greece.
Plan around Parga
The nearest airport town and gateway to Lefkada
Read the guideEpirosMountains, stone villages and rivers behind the coast
Read the guideZagorohoriaStone villages and gorges, about 1.5 hours inland
Read the guideCorfuThe big Ionian island, a ferry from Igoumenitsa
Read the guideAll of GreeceAthens, the islands and the mainland
Read the guideBest time to visit GreeceSeason, heat and ferry timing by region
Read the guideParga FAQ
Is Parga worth visiting?
Yes, if you want a small walkable harbor town with beaches and day boats rather than a big resort. It is quiet outside July and August and works well as a base for Epirus.
How do you get to Parga from the airport?
Preveza airport is the closest, about an hour away by taxi or rental car. Buses are limited, so book a transfer or car in advance for late arrivals.
What is the best beach in Parga?
Valtos is the longest and easiest, with facilities. Lichnos is quieter and sheltered. Sarakiniko needs a boat or a rough walk. Check wind and swell before you go.
Can you visit Paxos from Parga?
Yes, by day boat in season, usually with a swim at Antipaxos. Check the departure time, the price and whether lunch is included before you book.
How many days do you need in Parga?
Three days covers the town, the castle, two beaches and a boat trip. Five days adds the Acheron springs and a drive inland to Epirus.