NAXOS TRAVEL GUIDE

HIGHLIGHTS: BEST OF NAXOS

• Plaka, the long sandy beach

  Beaches

  Plaka beach is large in size and has crystal waters. Some accommodations, fish taverns and water sports centres line up this beach, while it also has room for privacy.
• Sunset from Portara

  Things to see

  The Portara, or the Great Door, is essentially a massive marble doorway, that stands proudly as the jewel of Naxos. It lies close to the port, on the islet of Palatia
• Walk in the Kastro (castle)

  Things to see

  Kastro is the oldest and most picturesque quarter in the Town. Surrounded by large Venetian walls, this quarter has few boutique hotels and narrow streets to walk around.
• Agios Prokopios beach

  Beaches

  Agios Prokopios is among the most beautiful beaches in Naxos, with clean waters and soft sand. Due to its proximity to the town, this is a convenient place to stay during holidays in Naxos.
• Aliko beach

  Beaches

  Discover the remote area of Aliko and its many beaches and coves. Some of the beaches are protected from the strong winds.
• Kitesurfing in Mikri Vigla

  Sports

  Take a kitesurfing lesson! Naxos is one of the most popular destinations in Greece for kitesurfing.
• Day Cruise to Koufonisia island

  Tours & Activities

  Discover the beauty of Koufonisia island with a day cruise from Naxos!
• Apiranthos, the mountainous village

  Villages

  Located in the northern side of the island, Apiranthos is a beautiful village with traditional architecture. Surrounded by lush greenery, the region around Apiranthos is nice for hiking.
• The Temple of Demeter

  Things to see

  The ancient temple of Demeter is located in a short walk from Ano Sangri, an inland village. It dates from the 6th century BC and was dedicated to the goddess of grain.
• Halki, the cosmopolitan village

  Villages

  The village of Halki has traditional architecture with Cycladic and Venetian elements. In summer, the International Axia Festival is organized in the square of Halki.
• Ancient Kouros of Melanes

  Things to see

  In the countryside of the island, there are two statues of Kouros: one in Melanes and the other in Apollonas. Both these large statues are left on the exact site where they were excavated.
• Hike along Potamia river

  Things to see

  The village of Potamia actually consists of three settlements: Ano, Mesi and Kato Potamia. Hiking from one settlement to the other is a unique experience.
• Monastery of Kalamitsia

  Things to see

  Kalamitsia is a deserted Jesuit Monastery of extreme beauty that worth to be visited.
• Hike to Zas mountain

  Things to see

  Mount Zas is the tallest mountain of Naxos island and also the tallest mountain of the Cyclades. Located 18 km from Naxos Town, it is strongly connected to the history and geography of the island.
• Kouros of Apollonas

  Things to see

  The statue in Apollonas, also known as the Kouros of Apollonas is exceeding 10 meters in height. The archaeologists haven't actually decided on whether the statue depicts the god Apollo or the god Dionysus.
• Byzantine church of Drossiani

  Things to see

  Near the village of Moni is the interesting church of Panagia Drossiani. This church was constructed in the 6th century AD and the interior has valuable wall paintings.
• Moutsouna little harbor

  Villages

  The fishing port of Moutsouna is located on the eastern side of the island. This is a lovely place with a small beach in front of the settlement and few fish taverns along the port.
• Monastery of Fotodotis

  The architecture of this monastery looks intensively like a fortress. Originally the monastery was founded in the 6th century AD and tradition says that it was constructed by a Byzantine princess