City break in Naxos. Active leisure ideas for Naxos - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Active leisure enthusiasts should not limit their entertainment during their visit to Naxos just by the capital city exploration. The island features more than twenty exciting coastal areas and beaches and every city of the resort offers numerous engaging entertaining centers and shops. The suburbs of the capital invite the guests of the resort to visit snow white beach named Agios Prokopios which is among ten of the most beautiful beaches of the world. The length of the paradise beach is about two kilometers. The beach features all the facilities and necessary equipment enhancing comfort and pleasure of the visitors.

Due to the excellent natural protection of the beach from winds, this coastal area will greet the visitors with serene sea. This is an excellent place for recreation with kids and toddlers. The Plaka beach offers the guests total privacy being a perfect destination for undisturbed peaceful leisure. The beach is deprived of noisy cafes and sport grounds but it offers instead calm sea of the ultimate beauty. The Plaka beach always sinks in the atmosphere of harmony and serenity.

The most crowded and buzzing beach of the resort is considered to be the Agios Georgios which is set right in the capital city of the island. Due to its easy sea floor the beach is of great popularity among tourists traveling with kids. In close vicinity to the beach one will find several nice gastronomy destinations, night clubs and dance floors. The Mikri Vigla beach is an ultimate destination for windsurfing fans. The area features favorable winds inspiring the windsurfing activity. The nature has created genius paradise for sport activity there. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

The island will be of great pleasure and surprise for divers. The Taormina center offers unique opportunities for expert divers to enjoy the majesty of the local sea floor and organizes tours to the most remarkable diving destinations of the island. For amateur divers the center offers courses to master the basics of diving. The Taormina center features a rental center offering all the necessary equipment and gears for diving.

The main part of night entertaining establishments of Naxos is concentrated in the capital city of the island which bears the same name. Among the most remarkable night destinations the Lido di Naxos night club is best worth visiting. The club has gained its recognition and popularity among city guests and local residents due to its fantastic theme parties and exciting entertaining programs. Eager dancers will love the Panarea Giardini night club as it features a specious dance floor.

The Euro Jazz bar invites jazz fans and music addicts. The music bar serves the visitors till late night. The bar offers amiable friendly atmosphere being a perfect environment for relaxation and fun. The capital city features a great choice of shops and boutiques, however tourists are recommended to set off to the main market to hunt some memorable gifts and souvenirs. The market offers a vast choice of genuine handicrafts, shell articles as well as a good choice of fresh foods.

One of the most iconic places on the island is the Cave of Zeus (Cave Za). Being associated with many ancient Greek myths, it is not only a natural but also a cultural monument of Greece. According to legends, it was here that Rhea hid Zeus from Cronus who swallowed his children one by one so that no one could take power from him. She kept her son alive so that the latter can grow up as a worthy god. The grotto is also distinguished by its impressive size. Mount Zas known for its magnificent panoramic views leads straight to the cave. You can find the cave near the village of Filoti.

In the capital of the island is Naxos Fun Park that deserves a visit regardless of whether you are traveling with small tourists or without them. The entertainment available here includes water rides, slot machines, and pools for every taste. Apart from that, the park has an on-site cafe, and its favorable location on the waterfront by the Aegean Sea allows visitors to get aesthetic enjoyment watching departing and arriving ships and breathing in the fresh sea air.

Naxos Island Gym with its well-equipped fitness zone is ideal for active leisure. And the fact that the window of the sports complex offers magnificent views of the Aegean Sea is an undeniable plus for tourists visiting the center. After visiting Naxos Horse Riding Club and mastering horseback riding, visitors can enjoy fascinating walks through the island's picturesque corners - beaches, parks, nature reserves. Undoubtedly, such a fantastic pastime will be remembered by tourists for a long time. Just like hikes to wonderful Routsouna's Waterfall - as one might now, Naxos is a great hiking destination.

For an exciting experience, go to Aqua Fun Water Park located in the city of Stelida near Agios Prokopios known for its magnificent beach (as already mentioned). In the swimming complex, you can find several water slides and pools to suit every taste, as well as excellent sunbathing areas. Largely due to a relaxing atmosphere, this is a great place for recreation (not only families with kids but also single adults will find plenty of entertainment here). Its bar serving delicious local cuisine remains very popular. Also, while on the island, don't miss your chance to attend Vasilikos Cooking Lessons to learn something useful on vacation in Greece.