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NaxosCyclades island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
The largest Cycladic island: green valleys, marble villages, long sandy beaches and great farm food.
- Ferry
- From Piraeus 3.5–6h
- Villages
- 5
- Beaches
- 4
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
Restaurants in NaxosSee menus and book a tableGetting there & around
From Piraeus 3.5–6h
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Naxos?
From Piraeus 3.5–6h
Where should I stay on Naxos?
Popular bases include Naxos Town, Apeiranthos, Chalki, Filoti. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Naxos?
Highlights include Portara, Temple of Demeter, Mount Zas, Kouros of Apollonas.
What are the best beaches on Naxos?
Well-known beaches include Agios Prokopios, Plaka, Agia Anna, Mikri Vigla. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Is there Uber or taxis on Naxos?
Uber does not operate on Naxos; use the local taxis. Rank at Naxos Town port. Buses cover the main beaches cheaply.
Can ferries to Naxos be cancelled because of wind?
Yes, it can happen. Strong north winds (the meltemi, mostly July and August) can delay or cancel sailings, smaller fast boats first. Check the wind forecast for your travel day and confirm with your ferry company or the port authority before leaving.
Which islands are near Naxos?
Other islands in the Cyclades include Santorini, Mykonos, Paros, Antiparos, Milos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Naxos in the Cyclades?
Yes. Naxos is part of the Cyclades island group in Greece.
Guides about Naxos
- Naxos vs Paros: Which Island Should You Choose?
- Paros to Naxos Ferry: Times, Prices and Which Boat to Take (2026)
- Athens, Paros, Naxos and Santorini in 7 Days: Island-Hopping Itinerary with Ferries
- Naxos Travel Guide: Family Beaches, Mountain Villages and Food
- Athens to Naxos by Ferry: Ports, Time and What to Expect
- Milos vs Naxos: Which Greek Island Is Better for You?
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.