Rent a car - Explore Naxos all year round

Naxos is a destination you can visit almost all year round for business, education, vacations, entertainment, sports, history, religious events, nature exploration, or even for discovering its rich geology and mineral formations.

A trip to Naxos wouldn’t be complete without exploring its stunning countryside and picturesque villages scattered throughout the island. Each village has its unique character, architecture, customs, and gastronomic traditions.

Rent a car and discover the roads of Naxos.

Some roads lead to the island’s traditional villages, where you can hike through lush valleys, hills, and gorges with streams, waterfalls, and dense vegetation.

Others follow the coastline, passing by tavernas, golden beaches, and small white chapels overlooking the sea.

Some routes stop at important archaeological sites, museums, Byzantine churches, monasteries, and medieval towers.

 

Villages Worth Visiting:

Halki: A green paradise with traditional houses and Venetian castles.

Filoti: The largest village on the island, built amphitheatrically on the slopes of Mount Zas, near the famous Zas Cave.

Apeiranthos: A scenic mountain village with a distinctive local character.

Koronos: Known for its historic emery mines.

Komiaiki: Home to a Mycenaean tomb, a Turkish-era fountain, and old watermills.

Apollonas: A seaside village on the northern coast, ideal for relaxing and swimming.

Agia: Famous for its Panagia Monastery, surrounded by greenery and flowing waters.

Eggares & Galini: Close to Naxos Town and near the Amitis Beach.

Ano & Kato Potamia: Small villages surrounded by walking trails and lush landscapes.

Sangri: Home to the Temple of Demeter and the beautiful Mikri Vigla beach.

Melanes: Visit the ancient Kouros statue and the historic aqueduct.

Kinidaros: Famous for its marble quarries.

Keramoti: Known for the Routsouna waterfalls.

Moni: Home to the Panagia Drosiani Monastery, the oldest in the Cyclades.

 

Breathtaking Naxos Beaches

Agios Georgios: Located in Naxos Town, perfect for families with children.

Agios Prokopios, Agia Anna & Plaka: Famous for their crystal-clear waters and golden sands.

Agiasos, Kalantos, Moutsouna & Lionas: More remote, but stunningly beautiful beaches.

Explore Naxos at your own pace with a comfortable and reliable rental car!