Viator
From €90
Naxos Old Town Portara, Castle And Museum Tour With Tastings
This holistic experience blends storytelling, art, and taste, inviting you to journey through Naxos’ legacy via monuments, craftsmanship, and premium local products. Begin at Apollo’s Great Gate, Portara, above the blue Aegean, a symbol of the island’s ancient past. With an expert guide, explore the myths and moments shaping its heritage, then walk the Venetian Castle district of narrow alleys and noble walls. Pause for Naxian wine and local delicacies in an 800-year-old cellar and art gallery, enriching insight into Cycladic and Classical civilizations. Continue to the Archaeological Museum and conclude at a panoramic castle viewpoint for a breathtaking finale.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 10 travelers
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 4 itinerary stops
Walking route is approximate — path follows available footpaths where possible.
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The Temple of Apollo – Portara
Begin your exploration at Apollo’s Great Gate (Portara), overlooking the deep blue of the Aegean Sea — a majestic symbol of Naxos’ ancient past. Uncover with your guide the myths and defining moments that shaped the island’s enduring heritage.
30 min - 2
Naxos Old Town
Continue with a walking tour through the Venetian Castle district, where narrow alleys and centuries-old walls still echo the elegance of noble Venetian life. Pause to savor a glass of fine Naxian wine and tastings of premium local delicacies inside an 800-year-old Venetian cellar and art gallery. Here, enjoy an engaging discussion, that will enhance your museum visit regarding the Art and Culture of the Cycladic and ancient Greek civilizations that once flourished across Naxos and the Aegean.
60 minAdmission included - 3
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Naxos
Discover with your guide the historic Roman Catholic Cathedral of Naxos at the top of the Castle Town
10 min - 4
Cedar Forest of Alyko
Continue your walking tour to reach a panoramic viewpoint atop the Castle, offering breathtaking views over Naxos . Conclude your tour with a guided visit of the Archaeological Museum, and its original artwork collection, a perfect finale to your journey through Naxos’ timeless heritage.
45 min
What's included
- Guided visit at Archaeology Museum
- Premium local products tasting at old Venetian cellar - culture gallery
- Guided Tour of Medieval Castle district
- Guided visit at Temple of Apollo -Portara
What's not included
- Gratuities for your Professional Licensed Guide
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Naxos Old Town Portara, Castle and Museum Tour with Tastings
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