Grotta's archaeological site

Excavations made under Metropolis square have revealed different levels of the ancient inhabitants of Naxos, some remains of the Mycenaean city of Naxos (1600 - 1100 B.C) as well as Roman ruins. The museum is built over the top of the excavations and it is open to the public.

The archeological museum

All findings from excavations are kept in the archaeological museum, proof of the uninterrupted cultural presence in Naxos from pre-historic times until the end of the ancient times. The museum is housed in the building of the former Commercial School in the area of the Castle. tel + 30 22850 22725 The Byzantine museum is also in the Kastro area, with important items from the 7th-12th Century on Naxos, closed Tuesday