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- Swim and snorkel the turquoise bay (including the little chapel islet) — The water is unusually clear and shallow close to shore, so you can easily swim out to the tiny islet with its chapel or follow rocky ledges alive with small fish. Feels more like snorkeling in an aquarium than a random beach. At night: moonlit swims are popular and perfectly safe from the main bay if you stay close to the shore and stick together.
- Climb the Venetian castle for panoramic views and sunset — The castle ruins sit right above the beach, giving one of the best lookout points over the pastel houses and the curve of the bay. It’s a compact, atmospheric climb — great history and even better photos. (Personal favorite — nothing beats watching the sun sink behind the islands from up there.) At night: the castle
- Swim and snorkel the turquoise bay (including the little chapel islet) — The water is unusually clear and shallow close to shore, so you can easily swim out to the tiny islet with its chapel or follow rocky ledges alive with small fish. Feels more like snorkeling in an aquarium than a random beach. At night: moonlit swims are popular and perfectly safe from the main bay if you stay close to the shore and stick together.
- Climb the Venetian castle for panoramic views and sunset — The castle ruins sit right above the beach, giving one of the best lookout points over the pastel houses and the curve of the bay. It’s a compact, atmospheric climb — great history and even better photos. (Personal favorite — nothing beats watching the sun sink behind the islands from up there.) At night: the castle and harbor lights make the town glow; a late stroll up for the view is peaceful and romantic.
- Short boat taxis to hidden coves and sea caves — Small, affordable boat hops leave the harbor all day and deliver you to pebble coves and little caves you can’t reach on foot. Perfect for a half-day of cliff-jumping, snorkel stops, and a simple picnic on a quiet stretch of coast. At night: there are often sunset shuttles or private short cruises — brilliant for golden-hour photos and avoiding the daytime crowds.
- Paddleboarding, kayaking or renting a small skiff along the rocky headlands — The shoreline is craggy and interesting, so exploring it under your own power pays off; you find secluded bays and natural jump-off points that aren’t visible from the main beach. It’s budget-friendly if you share gear. At night: not recommended unless you’re experienced and have lights — daytime is where the payoff is.
- Harbor promenade, seafood tavernas and laid-back night vibe — The beach flows straight into a lively harborfront of fishermen, colorful houses and tavernas where the catch is fresh and affordable. It’s the classic Parga experience: eat on the water, watch the lights, listen to locals. At night: the atmosphere changes to mellow and social — live acoustic sets, evening people-watching and late gelato strolls rather than loud clubbing.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.