Saint George Beach is ideal for families
Saint George Beach is situated a short walk away from the picturesque old center of Naxos City and runs for many miles in a shallow arc to the south. It is relatively narrow and can get crowded towards the end nearest the town, with bars renting out parasols and sun loungers in the peak season. This is also where you will find most of the facilities. To beat the crowds, you may want to venture further south and find a quieter spot.
Saint George is fantastic for families with little ones. You don’t need to walk across acres of scorching sand to reach the sea, and the water is very shallow, so it is very safe for toddlers to splash around with supervision from their parents. The beach’s proximity to bars, restaurants, cafes, and shops also means that you don’t need to load up with the essentials that you would need for a family day out at a more remote beach.
There are also plenty of activities to keep older children occupied. The clear water is ideal for snorkeling, and local businesses rent equipment for wakeboarding, windsurfing, and water skiing. For a break from saltwater, the Naxos Aqua Fun Water Park is open during the summer months and offers a variety of pools, waterslides, and other activities.
Naxos offers convenience and family-friendly fun
Naxos has plenty of great beaches, but Saint George is great for families because it offers a great mix of Blue Flag cleanliness, safety, and convenience. From the beach, you are only a five-minute walk from the charming old town of Naxos City, one of the most beautiful in the Cyclades Islands. Picturesquely located on a hill around its ancient citadel, the narrow streets and squares are a joy to explore, with plenty of delights amid the impressive Venetian architecture. As one of Greece’s most visited islands, the city is also a hub for tourists visiting Naxos and has an abundance of restaurants, bars, and lively nightlife to cater to visitors of all ages.
Dining in Greece is generally an inexpensive and leisurely affair, and Naxos has plenty of places where you can tuck into the country’s delicacies. The family-run Scirocco Restaurant & Cafe is a popular spot in the town, with streetside dining serving a range of Greek favorites, including dolmades, moussaka, stifado, and fresh seafood. Scirocco also caters to the preferences of younger diners with a children’s menu. Once the little ones are fed and in bed, parents can unwind with a cocktail and watch the sunset over the Aegean.
