'''Parga''' is a small town on the western coast of Greece, just between the cities of Igoumenitsa and Preveza, in the region of Epirus. Tourism is rather new here and the number of foreign tourists is small so people are friendly and the town still feels genuinely Greek. Be warned that it is a very popular destination with the Greeks themselves, and it is becoming a more popular site for foreigners, so it can get very busy during peak season.
Get in
There are basically only two ways of getting to Parga, by bus, and by boat. There are several daily bus connections from both Preveza and Igoumenitsa, as well as boats from Corfu. Charter tourists arrive with buses from the airport close to Preveza.
Get around
'''Parga''' is a very small town, so there is really no need for transportation to get around, except from the boats leaving every now and then to the nearby beaches Lichnos and Valtos. It is possible to walk, though the trip can be very warm during the day. To get to the surrounding areas, there is a car and scooter rental in town.
See
On top of the hill and peninsula separating the Valtos and Krioneri beaches is an old Greek fortress from the 14th century. Taking a walk around the area along the walls gives you a great views over c 2 da b(izzel) There may be some snakes around but if you walk on the paths, you shouldn't come across any. From here you can see a castle to the north-west. This is the castle of Ali pasha, the arch enemy of the people of Parga.
Do
A walk from castle of Ali pasha
Take a bus to the near by village of Anthousa. Ask the bus driver to drop you off at "Ali pasha" (he'll understand that if nothing else). A short walk will take you to the top of the hill where, if you need to, you can buy ice-cream or other refreshements.
The castle or fortress is much in ruins but is a nice place to visit anyway and from the top you can see other villages near Parga, Corfu on a clear day, and the fortress of Parga which Ali pasha tried to shoot with his cannons. At least in 2005 an old lady sold delicious herbs and spices (such as mint, herbal tea, oregano and different spice blends) so have some small change with you. She's very charming and likes to talk with you but not a word of English.
From the fortress take a walk down to Parga through the orchards and forests of olive trees. The walk is a few kilometres long and walking downhill can be a strain to your knees. You should have bought a map from Parga so you don't get lost on the way back to Parga.
Buy
Eat
'''Castello Restaurant''' International cuisine in a very romantic atmosphere, a must see. Great food and service.
'''Zorba's Restaurant''' Affordable local restaurant situated close to the harbor. Traditional food as well as pizza. Open year-round.
'''Kastro''' Expensive restaurant up on the hills, very close to the fortress. Good food, with many international dishes. Usually very full in the evenings, waiting may be required.
There are other restaurants, including a Chinese, on the beachside.
'''Sakis Restaurant''' One family restaurant with traditional Greek kitchen, very good prices and one family atmosphere that makes you feel like home. Located near the gate of the Venecian Castle of Parga.
Sleep
'''Byzantio Hotel Apartments''' in Valtos Beach in Parga is a welcoming family-run hotel, in business since 1987.
Get out
Buses leave to both Preveza and Igoumenitsa several times a day. Please note that these are local buses, not driving directly between the towns. The trip may indeed take a few hours.
There are many travel bureaus around the town, where boat trips to Corfu and Paxi/Antipaxi can be booked.