Naxos travel guide
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You're Going to Love Naxos
With a population of 7,070, Naxos is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Naxos has to offer.
When to visit Naxos
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Naxos in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Naxos, with an average rainfall of 1 mm.
How to Get to Naxos
Plane
When flying to Naxos, you’ll arrive at Naxos (JNX), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Naxos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 8h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Naxos is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 109 miles from Naxos. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record Go, among others, in Athens.
Airlines serving Naxos
Where to stay in Naxos
Average rates range from around £61 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £161 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Korali Boutique Hotel and Panorama.
Where to stay in popular areas of Naxos
Most booked hotels in Naxos
Hiring a car in Naxos
Hiring a car in Naxos costs £36 per day, on average, or £178 if you want to hire it for 5 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Naxos.
Expect to pay £1.68 per litre in Naxos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.08 and £26.77. The most frequently booked car type in Naxos is Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar) is, on average, 41% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.