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Naxos is the ideal destination for a Greek Island holiday, combining traditional Cycladic island traits, a wonderful climate and beautiful natural features. Naxos Greece has the most vegetation and natural beauty in the Cyclades, as it possesses the highest mountain – Zas, the most fertile valleys, and some of the most stunning beaches in the island cluster.

Naxos Island, Greece is well-known for its hospitable and friendly inhabitants. Anywhere you go you will be welcomed with a warm smile and treated as one of the locals. The island has a very well-developed tourist infrastructure and offers guests a wide variety of hotel accommodation in all categories and for all budgets, including Naxos hotels, studios, apartments, bungalows, rooms for rent, suites, traditional houses, etc. Other tourist services such as Naxos rent a car and travel agencies are offered in abundance as well. Naxos nightlife has something for everyone, from quiet cafes and ouzeries to stimulating clubs and posh restaurants.

The island of Naxos, Greece has a great history, as it was one of the major cultural and commercial centers throughout antiquity. As evidence to its great role, there are many impressive archaeological and historical sites scattered throughout the island. Naxos villages, both along the coast and in the mountains, are very picturesque and definitely worthwhile visiting ( Naxos Town, Agia Anna, Agios Prokopios, Apollonas, Plaka, Maragas, Stelida, Eggares, Apirathos, Orkos and Tripodes). Grab a map of Naxos and experience the villages of this truly wonderful island.

Naxos beaches are absolutely breathtaking, with soft, golden sand and crystal-clear waters, ideal for endless hours of relaxation and recreation under the Greek sun. Many consider Naxos beaches the most beautiful in the Aegean Sea region.

Hotel accommodation on Naxos Island is abundant, satisfying all types of vacationers, from couples to families and groups of friends. Naxos accommodation ranges from luxury hotel resorts, A’ class hotels and bungalows to apartments, studios and rooms for rent of all categories.

Wonderful Naxos hotels can be found in all the seaside holiday hotspots of the island. If you seek hotel accommodation near the main concentration of nightlife venues and shops, you can stay in Naxos Town (Chora), Stelida, Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna, as well as Maragas and Plaka. On Plaka Beach there is a well-organized Naxos camping site for those who want to spend their vacation in the spellbinding nature of Naxos.

The village of Agios Arsenios, on the western side of Naxos Greece, offers the benefits of the beautiful Naxos mountainside, while situated close to the beach. On the northeastern side of Naxos is the seaside settlement of Apollonas, a favourite tourist destination with many hotels and a charming fishing port.

For more information about holiday accommodation in Naxos, Greece, such as luxury hotels, discount hotels, apartments, studios, rooms to rent, hotel resorts and rental villas in Naxos Town (Chora), Agia Anna, Agios Arsenios, Apollonas, Maragas, Plaka and Stelida, click here.

Naxos Island, Greece is a marvelous place for those who want to bask in the sun and spend endless hours swimming in shimmering waters. Naxos beaches are abundant and varied. If you are the kind of traveller who prefers long sandy beaches, crowded with fellow tourists, we recommend visiting the beaches of Agia Anna, Agios Georgios (St. George), Agios Prokopios, Mikri Vigla, Plaka and Stelida. Pebble and shingle beaches can also be found, such as the much frequented Apollonas Beach or the quieter Lionas Beach and Orkos Beach.

Naxos Greece is also packed with small, sheltered bays that are secluded and provide vacationers a spot away from the crowds, such as the beaches of Abram, Agiassos, Alyko, Amitis, Kalandos, Moutsouna, Panormos and Pyrgaki.

Many of the Naxos beaches are well-organized and provide a wide range of Naxos hotels, restaurants, snack bars and cafes, as well as umbrellas and chaise longues on the beach. Windsurfers favour the beaches of Mikri Vigla and Orkos due to the wind conditions in the area that make them superb beaches for the particular sport. Visitors who want Naxos beaches where nudism is permitted can go to Plaka Beach and Kastraki Beach

Wherever you have chosen to stay on Naxos Island Greece, you will find a wide variety of entertainment venues, as Naxos nightlife is often compared to the nightlife on Paros or Mykonos. Naxos Town is especially well-known for its nighttime entertainment, as Naxos clubs and bars offer endless fun till the early morning hours. A plethora of quaint Naxos restaurants and traditional tavernas by the sea make Naxos Town a favourite place to dine.

Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna also offer a good selection of bars and cafes, catering to all types of visitors. Apollonas is famous for its fishing port with its many tavernas and ouzeries that serve delicious fresh seafood dishes and small cafes where you can admire the colorful fishing boats. Other Naxos villages, such as Plaka and Stelida have several wonderful cafes and bars by the beachfront. The mountain villages of Eggares and Apirathos provide traditional tavernas and cafes that are located in picturesque squares beneath lush trees.

Learn about the traditions of Naxos Island Greece by participating in the local events and festivities. The most popular Naxos events are the summer festival in Naxos Town, which includes performances by various artists and musicians, and the Dionysia Festival, which offers Naxos music, art and athletic events. In the 16 th century Bazeos Castle, located just outside the capital, a variety of cultural events and themed activities are held every year from July to September, enabling visitors to participate in the fun and admire the wonderful 16 th century architecture. Lovely festivals are held during the summer in Agia Anna, Agios Prokopios, Apirathos, Koronos and Filoti.

Historically, Naxos Island in Greece was one of the most important Cycladic Islands, and a major center of the Cycladic civilization, as well as a significant island during the Venetian Rule.

Naxos Town is packed with wonderful historical sites, such as the Portara (the Gate to the Temple of Apollo), which is the trademark of the island. The Venetian Castle in the capital town is a splendid example of medieval architecture. Located just a few kilometres from Naxos Town is the Tower of Bellonia, which was the residence of the Bellonia family from Venice. Just outside of Naxos Town, located on the main road that connects the capital in the inland villages, is the early 17 th century Bazeos Castle. This monument used to be a monastery until the 19 th century, at which point it belonged to the newly-established Greek State. It was bought in at the end of the 19 th century by the Bazeos Family, whose descendents still own the castle and organize cultural events and festivals every summer. Lastly, don't miss visiting the Archaeological and the Metropolis Museum, as well as the lovely churches of Panagia Vlacherniotissa and Zoodochou Pigis.

In Apirathos, a picturesque mountain village on Naxos Greece, we suggest visiting the Zevgoli Castle, which was built in the 17 th century, and its wonderful museums (Archaeological, Geological, Natural History and Folklore). Sagri settlement, located in the center of Naxos Island Greece, is host to a number of interesting historical sites, such as the excellent Sanctuary of Demetra and Apollo- which has recently been restored and is considered an archaeological jewel of the island -, the windmills, the castles and the Byzantine Church of Kalogritissa.

The Ancient Site of Iria is the finest archaeological site on Naxos Island Greece. Built in the 9 th and 8 th centuries BC, the 4 temples are exquisite examples of ancient architecture. Other significant Naxos sites include the Kouros in Apollonas, the Kouros and the Towers in Melanes, and the Tower of Chimarros and the Cave of Za in Filoti.

The climate of Naxos is the perfect for unforgettable Greek island holidays. Naxos Greece has mild winters with infrequent rainfall. Summers on Naxos Island Greece are very sunny, hot and dry, ideal for visitors who want to relax in the sun. If you are not a fan of high temperatures, we suggest visiting Naxos Greece in the spring or fall, when the weather is a bit cool, but sunny and bright.

From January to March, temperatures on Naxos Island Greece range from 7°C to 15°C. In April and May, temperatures start to rise from the mid teen to the low 20s. June, July, August and September are the hottest months in Naxos Greece, when temperatures range between the low 20s to the low 30s. October is still quite warm in Naxos Greece, from mid teens to the mid 20s, while in November and December, weather on Naxos Island worsens, with temperatures ranging from the 7°C to the mid teens.

It is the Meltemi wind that gusts in the Naxos Island region. This northern wind is especially strong during July and August, making it a superb vacation spot for windsurfers.

You can travel to Naxos, Greece easily and conveniently. Direct flights to Naxos are provided from Athens Airport. A number of other Cyclades Islands can be reached from Naxos by airplane, making it an extremely convenient holiday destination for those who want to see more islands during their stay in Greece. Air travel to Naxos caters to all types and all budgets, as visitors are provided with both expensive and cheap air flights to Naxos. Budget flights, discounted flights and student airfare to Naxos are frequently offered by airplane companies. Business class air travel to Naxos Greece is also available.

Ferries to Naxos Greece depart from Athens ( Piraeus Port), Thessaloniki, and Cyclades Islands, NE Aegean Islands, Dodecanese Islands and Crete. Ferry travel to Naxos Greece is daily and even more frequent during the summer months. Since a variety of sea transportation is offered (conventional ferries, high speed boats, hydrofoils), boat and ferry fares depend on the type of vessel and the time of the year.