Naxos Villages

Location: On the northwestern side of the island
Description: Also called Chora, Naxos Town is the capital and main village and harbor of the island. With a lovely waterfront and elegant Venetian architecture, it is considered one of the most charming Cycladic settlements.

Location: 26 km east of Chora
Description: Apiranthos is a quaint mountain village in the eastern part of Naxos. Surrounded by lush greenery and keeping its elegant architectural style, Apiranthos is still untouched by tourism.

Location: 16 km southeast of Chora
Description: Halki is a lovely, traditional village in the center of Naxos. It used to be the capital of the island and offers today some beautiful samples of architecture, galleries and cafes.

Location: 18 km southeast of Chora
Description: Filoti is situated on quite a steep hill and the main street is lined by picturesque cafes and restaurants. The surrounding nature is gorgeous with green and mountainside views.

Location: 16 km southeast of Chora
Description: Kaloxylos (or Kaloksilos) is a beautiful quiet little village located next to the famous village of Halki.

Location: 9 km southeast of Chora
Description: Potamia lies in an idyllic setting among a verdant valley. It constitutes of three villages and is home to several historical sights.

Location: 9 km east of Chora
Description: The traditional houses of the village have been built among dense greenery and a refreshing stream also flows at this location. 

Location: 28 km northeast of Chora
Description: Koronos is a traditional village built amphitheatrically on the slopes of a hill. It has houses of exceptional architecture, a picturesque square, paved streets, and many arches that create a unique atmosphere.

Location: 36 km northeast of Chora
Description: A charming fishing village with a couple of great fish taverns and a sandy beach. An ancient Kouros (male figure statue) lies close to Apollonas.

Location: 12 km southeast of Chora
Description: Sangri is a mountain village famous for its Byzantine monasteries, Venetian towers, and the ancient temple of Demeter found nearby.

Location: 8 km east of Chora
Description: Melanes is a small village surrounded by a green valley. Two giant statues depicting male figures have been found in the area.

Location: 37 km east of Chora
Description: Moutsouna is a small fishing village on the eastern side of the island. The region is secluded and provides spots for total privacy, while waterfront taverns serve the fresh catch of the day.

Location: 34 km east of Chora
Description: Lionas is a small seaside village with a central beach and some taverns. It is an ideal place to gaze at dramatic landscapes.

Location: 6 km from Chora
Description: Agios Arsenios is a small village with beautiful churches around it. It is located very close to Chora, the capital of Naxos.

Location: 8.5 km northeast of Chora
Description: Egares is a small village surrounded by greenery and many Venetian mansions. In one of these mansions, the famous novelist Nikos Kazantzakis was hosted for one year by a friend.

Location: 8 km north east of Chora
Description: Galini is a small village close to Chora, in the middle of a fertile valley. The monastery tower of Ipsilotera can be visited close to the village.

Location: 6 km southeast of Chora
Description: Glinado is a tiny village in proximity to Naxos Town. Close to Glinado lies the ancient sanctuary of Dionysus.

Location: 15 km east of Chora
Description: Kinidaros is a small mountain village surrounded by much greenery. The ancient marble mines are found close to Kinidaros.

Location: 16 km southeast of Chora
Description: Damarionas is a beautiful and very authentic village of Naxos with beautiful houses and churches.

Location: 8 km east of Chora
Description: Kourounochori is a small mountainous village close to Chora. It is ideal for hiking since it is part of many regional trails.

Location: 22 km East of Chora
Description: Sifones is one of the ghost villages of Naxos as it was abandoned during the previous century. 

Location: 29 km east of Chora
Description: A beautiful almost forsaken village located near Agrokoili church.

Location: 19 km east of Chora
Description: Moni is a small village surrounded by lush vegetation and high mountains. The church of Panagia Drossiani lies nearby.

Location: 29 km from Naxos Town
Description: Skado is one of the smallest villages of Naxos, located on the northeastern side of the island and surrounded by wild natural beauty.

Location: 7 km south east of Chora
Description: The settlement of Tripodes, also known as Vivlos, stands out for its old windmills and quaint scenery.

Location: 7 km southeast of Chora
Description: Agia Anna is a small fishing village in western Naxos with a lovely beach and many tourist facilities. It lies next to Agios Prokopios, the busiest beach on the island.