Naxian manual
Sightseeing
Enjoy Agia Anna beach from May to October when the water has the highest temperature. Combine your day at the beach with a nice cocktail or meal at the sunset. Plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas will be found there.
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Paralia Agia Anna
Enjoy Agia Anna beach from May to October when the water has the highest temperature. Combine your day at the beach with a nice cocktail or meal at the sunset. Plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas will be found there.
Agios Prokopios beach is fairly credited as one of the best beaches not only for its crystal clear waters but also for its unique type of sand. Agios Prokopios is a quite long beach offering both sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach as free parties where you have to carry your own equipment. Also, Agios Prokopios has a small wreck which reachable very easily. However, if you want to explore Naxos wrecks and the underwater beauty it is highly recommended to do so with a scuba dive team which you can find on the beach. Note that during top season finding a parking place there can be tricky.
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Paralia Agios Prokopios
Agios Prokopios beach is fairly credited as one of the best beaches not only for its crystal clear waters but also for its unique type of sand. Agios Prokopios is a quite long beach offering both sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach as free parties where you have to carry your own equipment. Also, Agios Prokopios has a small wreck which reachable very easily. However, if you want to explore Naxos wrecks and the underwater beauty it is highly recommended to do so with a scuba dive team which you can find on the beach. Note that during top season finding a parking place there can be tricky.
One of the longest beaches of Naxos Island! Famous for its crystal clear waters and its kind of powder sand. There you can find a great selection of restaurants, sunbeds, tavernas and cafés.
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Plaka beach
One of the longest beaches of Naxos Island! Famous for its crystal clear waters and its kind of powder sand. There you can find a great selection of restaurants, sunbeds, tavernas and cafés.
Aliko and Hawai beaches are definitely the must-visit spots for explorers! The two beaches are separated by the famous Hotel ruins and both do not have any kind of facility or cafe, so be ready to pack everything you may need for the day! If you are lucky, the Naxos canteen might be there. Both beaches are beautiful, but the access to Hawai beach might be tricky. Definitely if going there you have to stop at the hotel ruins and check out those amazing 3D graffiti.
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Alyko Beach
Aliko and Hawai beaches are definitely the must-visit spots for explorers! The two beaches are separated by the famous Hotel ruins and both do not have any kind of facility or cafe, so be ready to pack everything you may need for the day! If you are lucky, the Naxos canteen might be there. Both beaches are beautiful, but the access to Hawai beach might be tricky. Definitely if going there you have to stop at the hotel ruins and check out those amazing 3D graffiti.
'Naos tis Dimitras' is a very important archaeological point on Naxos as it is said to be the prototype of Parthenonas. Also, the temple of god Demeter used to be built only on fertile grounds.
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Templo de Deméter
'Naos tis Dimitras' is a very important archaeological point on Naxos as it is said to be the prototype of Parthenonas. Also, the temple of god Demeter used to be built only on fertile grounds.
Panagia Drosiani church is considered to be the first orthodox church of all Balkans.
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Panagia Drossiani Church
Eparchiaki Odos Chalkiou-KeramotisPanagia Drosiani church is considered to be the first orthodox church of all Balkans.
Dionysos temple or Iria as we call it used to be the house of God Dionysos. A nice spot for lovers of history.
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Temple of DIONYSUS, Iria
Dionysos temple or Iria as we call it used to be the house of God Dionysos. A nice spot for lovers of history.
A sea cave only reachable by boat. You can visit it if getting to one of the daily cruise boats.
Rhina cave
A sea cave only reachable by boat. You can visit it if getting to one of the daily cruise boats.
Naxos might be very famous for its high-quality marble, but pottery-making is our thing! Instead of buying only the classic souvenirs, get something unique and handmade 100% naxian made. You can also take part in pottery workshops.
Pottery Shop
Naxos might be very famous for its high-quality marble, but pottery-making is our thing! Instead of buying only the classic souvenirs, get something unique and handmade 100% naxian made. You can also take part in pottery workshops.
Windmills are one of the must-sees on Naxos Island as there are several spots where you can find them.
Windmill Vivlos
Windmills are one of the must-sees on Naxos Island as there are several spots where you can find them.
Neighbourhoods
Chalki is located in the heart of Naxos and it used to be the capital of the island. A very picturesque village known for its is small alleys and it is cultural history. You can take a coffee or have a launch inside the village during your road trip. For easy parking, go to the public parking area next to the supermarket.
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Chalkio
Chalki is located in the heart of Naxos and it used to be the capital of the island. A very picturesque village known for its is small alleys and it is cultural history. You can take a coffee or have a launch inside the village during your road trip. For easy parking, go to the public parking area next to the supermarket.
Filoti is the biggest village of Naxos and it is right under the highest mountain of Cyclades, Zas. You can find a great selection of tavernas and cafes.
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Filoti
Filoti is the biggest village of Naxos and it is right under the highest mountain of Cyclades, Zas. You can find a great selection of tavernas and cafes.
Apeiranthos is the secret diamond of Naxos. The whole village is built out of marble giving a unique traditional sense to the visitor and locals there speak a different greek dialect from the rest of the island! If being meat lovers definitely give it a try and taste some of our local dishes like the 'Rosto'. Also at the entrance of the village, you will find the only cafe that is built on the cliffs with a breathtaking view!
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Apeíranthos
897 Eparchiaki Odos Apiranthou-Ormou ApollonaApeiranthos is the secret diamond of Naxos. The whole village is built out of marble giving a unique traditional sense to the visitor and locals there speak a different greek dialect from the rest of the island! If being meat lovers definitely give it a try and taste some of our local dishes like the 'Rosto'. Also at the entrance of the village, you will find the only cafe that is built on the cliffs with a breathtaking view!
Chora is the capital of Naxos and definitely must be visited! Apart from its big variety in restaurants, cafés, shops, bars, cocktail bars, which cater for all tastes, you can stroll inside the old market and the castle or see the sunset from Portara . Again parking can be tricky during the high season there, but be careful and use only the public parking and do not park on the street as police patrol is intense there.
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Naxos
Chora is the capital of Naxos and definitely must be visited! Apart from its big variety in restaurants, cafés, shops, bars, cocktail bars, which cater for all tastes, you can stroll inside the old market and the castle or see the sunset from Portara . Again parking can be tricky during the high season there, but be careful and use only the public parking and do not park on the street as police patrol is intense there.
Consejos sobre la ciudad
Cómo moverse
Private vehicle is by far the best way to get around.
Getting your private vehicle apart from saving you some money will let you explore all the island. Naxos island is the biggest island of all Cyclades so moving around by taxi is expensive. Using public transportation is not the ideal solution as the buses are never on time, tend to be crowded and have few stops on the island. Let me know if you need any kind of private vehicle in order to help you out and give you access to special offers and discounts.
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Visiting the villages on the mountains
Undoubtedly Naxos is ideal for relaxing on the beach and swimming in crystal clear waters. However, I strongly recommend visiting at least the three most important villages (Chalki, Filoti, Apeiranthos) in the mountains and trying the local dishes there (meat lovers will definitely be surprised).
Costumbres y cultura
Nudism is prohibited.
Even though few people, on hidden beaches do be nudists, nudism is generally not allowed and locals consider it offensive.
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Restaurants and bars during high season.
During high season (mid-July to the end of August) is the most popular date for holidays on Naxos island. Make sure to book ahead anything in order to find availability and enjoy it without waiting in the queues.
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Summer clothes
From May to the end of September summer clothes are the type you have to carry accompanied by a couple of swimsuits. However during the night because of the high humidity and the wind of 'Meltemia' can be chilly, so a jacket can be also included in your wardrobe. Generally, sandals are recommended but in case you wish to explore nature and the mountains close shoes are strongly recommended because of the snakes.
Frases útiles
Voitheia! Help!
Generally, people on Naxos speak quite good English and are helpful and friendly with visitors. I am sure you will not encounter any problem with communicating with us. However just in case here are some useful phrases:
Help = Voitheia
Water = Nero
Good morning = Kalimera
Goodnight = Kalinixta
I am lost = Exo xathei
Where is the port/airport = Pou einai to limani/aerodromio
If you need any further let me know, I will be more than happy to help you out.
Viajar con niños
Moving with strollers can be tricky
Naxos is an island and all rounds and pavements tend to be more narrow.
Costumbres y cultura
Gestures
Most Greek people know that tourists cannot know the gesture that we consider offensive. However, as a piece of friendly advice, I strongly recommend never to greet a Greek with an open hand and the palm towards him/her as is considered offensive. Instead, close slightly your fingers.
On the other part if Greek spits softly several consecutive times do not misunderstand him/her. It is a positive gesture and the person who spits, try to protect you from bad spirits.
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Local Cuisine!
Naxos is very famous for its food and its local products. Give it a try and I am sure you will be surprised! Let me know if you need more recommendations on where to go based on your personal preferences.