Discover the four fabulous rooftop bars and restaurants on the breathtaking Greek island of Naxos. Nestled around the port, most rooftop bars open at sunset, so be sure to stay late or the night if you are on a day trip. Though there are a few that are open all day and if you’re staying in Naxos, you’re in for a delight: enjoy quirky cocktails, pink skies that match your drink, and stunning views
Avaton 1739 – Coffee & Wine Roof
Best for: 🥂🍸☕️🥙🥞🥘
Location: In the town – it is a bit of a maze to get to (map)
View: The whole of Naxos town
Vibe: Breezy easy
Prosecco price:🍾🍾
Food available? Yes
Booking available? Yes
Lift available? Yes
Children allowed? Yes
Smoking allowed? Yes
Last visited /photos taken: 2024
Warm/dry weather only? Yes
Rooftop review roundup: What a stunning rooftop bar and restaurant! With the inscription ‘For one minute, stand there in silence, look up to the sky, and contemplate how amazing life is,’ you can certainly feel this from this vantage point. Avaton 1739 is set on the rooftop of an old monastery, which before that was a Venetian castle. It is an uphill walk through the town but they have a lift when you get there and it is so worth the effort. Standing proud over the city, this spot offers some of the best views on the island. I came for brunch and it was one of the best egg white omelettes I’ve ever had. Open from early morning to very late at night, this has to be one of the best rooftop bars in Naxos and certainly in the Cyclades islands.
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Flamingo Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
Best for: 🍷🍹🥙
Location: Just up from the harbour (map)
View: The harbour and back streets and next to fellow rooftop Swing Bar
Vibe: Friendly and fun
Prosecco price: 🍾🍾
Food available? Yes
Booking available? Yes
Lift available? No
Last visited /photos taken: 2024
Warm/dry weather only? No – there is an area covered inside
Rooftop review roundup: Opened in 1991, named after the owner saw Flamingos on Naxos, this rooftop bar is a pink explosion of colour and flowers. I would say in full bloom it would be even more vibrant, it felt a little tired but it was early June. A huge terrace with covered areas and views over the water this was a great spot for a pink drink – of course! Cocktails (pink lady) or their Flamingo rose! We also had some small plates which hit the spot – not amazing food but great for a snack to soak up the cocktails and wine.
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Swing Bar
Best for: 🍹🍸🧉
Location: On the harbour port (map)
View: Harbour and back streets and Flamingo rooftop!
Vibe: Very cool
Prosecco price: 🍾🍾🍾
Food available? No
Booking available? Yes
Lift available? No
Smoking allowed? Yes
Last visited /photos taken: 2024
Warm/dry weather only? Yes
Rooftop review roundup: Full disclosure and it still makes me sad that this rooftop bar was closed when I went. I had stalked on socials and feared as much. BUT that didn’t stop me enjoying posing by their very cool entrance of a Smeg fridge or their cool blue stairs. Swing rooftop bar is known for their insta worthy cocktails which look amazing but sob I didn’t get to taste any but I would still recommend this rooftop if you are a fan of the aesthetic rooftop bar! Just note it doesn’t open till after the penultimate ferry back to Paros goes!
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48 Expresso Cocktail Bar
Best for: 🍹🧉🍸☕️
Location: Near the port (map)
View: Naxos
Vibe: Quiet but I hear the evenings are party
Prosecco price: 🍾🍾
Food available? Yes
Booking available? No
Lift available? No
Smoking allowed? Yes
Last visited /photos taken: 2024
Warm/dry weather only? Yes but there is a bar downstairs
Rooftop review roundup: This is an ideal rooftop bar near the port should you be hopping on and off your ferry and need a coffee or cocktail! I just had a quick visit as short on time but it would be a great night time spot with the town below.
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