Naxos Island Greece - Things to Do and Hotels Travel Guide

Naxos is one of the most beautiful islands with a long history and a natural environment that the visitor of the Cyclades islands rarely meets. From the port and the Portara, part of the temple of Apollo, to the mainland with the well-preserved temple of Demeter and the venetian castles, Naxos is full of history that still lives and breathes the clean Aegean air.

Naxos is considered among the favorite destination for nature lovers and those who like to wander in the forests, like the one with the cedar trees, unique in the Aegean Sea, which is located near the Pyrgaki beach. At the same time Naxos has a lot of designated walking routes including parts of the mainland and the sea shores. And here we are at the beaches of Naxos which is also another great advantage of the island.

Beaches with crystal blue waters, organized or untouched by the passage of time offering moments of pure sea pleasure, when a variety of sea activities are filling your days with fun on the beautiful beaches of Naxos.
Naxos island has also a rich historical interesting.

Across the island visitors are able meet with the cycladic culture, archaic temples and statues (the famous “kouros”), archaeological monuments, ancient and medieval castles (Antico Veneziano), Byzantine churches e.t.c.

As for the gourmet lovers Naxos has some unique suggestions, full of taste. Famous and delicious cheeses, juicy meats, fine drinks and a range of unique products make Naxos a unique culinary destination in the Aegean Sea.

Furthermore, Naxos is an island full of strong emotions and images and the best way to enjoy and feel everything is booking your accommodation in one calmness and luxurious hotel in the island.

Visitors in the island should look for a luxury hotel that’s located near the beach providing luxury accommodation and high standard services. Generally, hotels in the mainland of Naxos are not so famous for their luxury facilities and their high quality of the accommodation.

A nice area to stay in Naxos, is the Pyrgaki beach, located at the south side of the Island (19km from the town of Naxos). The unique cedar forest, the privacy and the plenty of the activities near the beach of Pyrgaki, are just some of the highlights that make your staying in Naxos unique and unforgettable. Visitors can wander in nature with their bike filling themselves with calmness and beautiful images.

Next time you're looking to visit Greece, check out Naxos Island.