Top Things to do in Naxos
The 10 Best Ancient Ruins in Naxos, South Aegean
A spot of white in the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea, the island of Naxos is a unique blend of ancient ruins and beach culture. The largest of the Cycladic Islands, Naxos is the childhood home of none other than Zeus, king of the gods. Upon arrival in Naxos, hike over a causeway to Palatia, where the Portara, a stone gateway to an ancient temple that no longer exists, stands alone, the symbol of the island. At sunset, the views of the island, and the sea beyond, are breathtaking.
Restaurants in Naxos
1. Naos Tou Apollona - Portara
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4.5 based on 2,286 reviews
Reviewed By _N5854HS - Athens, Greece
best sunset i ever saw on cyclades.An ancient temple where you can see the sun goes down,in the sea.beautiful romantic place for couples
2. Tower of Zevgolis
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By duhoz - Beroun, Czech Republic
What a haven. The best traditional village with great authentic feel of Naxos. I was happy to to come hear on ma around the island tour on the scooter. The village is nearly untouched by the tourists. Immerse in the beauty of village and just wander around the narrow street white washed tiny houses where locals really live. Nice taverns can be found no marble-paved street close to main square. Zevgolis Tower is impressive 17th century tower initially belonged to Kastri family and their coat of arms depicting a lion is on the lintol of the main entrance.
3. Temple of Demeter
4. Kouroi of Flerio
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4.0 based on 311 reviews
Reviewed By andykarczmarek - Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Found this as a must visit on Naxos visits. The unfinished Statue of Dionysus is over 2,500 years old. Why was it never moved? I wonder where it was going to be sited on completion?. A short steep climb up steps there it is. Cameras at the ready.
5. The Ancient Naxos Aqueduct
6. Ancient Sanctuary at Flerio Water Spring
7. Mitropolis On-Site Museum
8. Temple of Dionysus
9. Chimarros Tower
10. Pyrgos tou Kokkou
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