Top 10 Things to do in Crete, Greece

August 22, 2021 Jana Sager

Crete (Greek: Κρήτη, Kríti ['kriti]; Ancient Greek: Κρήτη, Krḗtē) is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, the 88th largest island in the world and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus, and Corsica. Crete and a number of surrounding islands and islets constitute the region of Crete (Greek: Περιφέρεια Κρήτης), one of the 13 top-level administrative units of Greece. The capital and the largest city is Heraklion. As of 2011, the region had a population of 623,065.
Restaurants in Crete

1. Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre

7 Filikis Eterias Hersonissos Port, Hersonissos, Crete 700 14 Greece +30 2897 029125 [email protected] http://aquaworld-crete.com/
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5.0 based on 3,418 reviews

Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre

Aquaworld - Crete's first Aquarium - opened in Hersonissos in 1995 - near Bus Stop 20. It features local sea life and reptiles from Crete and from all around the world. Most of the animals are rescued or are unwanted pets which have found a new home at Aquaworld. Our philosophy is simple - bring people and animals closer together and, inevitably, people will begin to respect and care more about the animals! YOU MUST WEAR MASKS TO VISIT!

Reviewed By CLAIREDERBY1 - Derbyshire, United Kingdom

Easy to find and in walking distance from my hotel the palmera hotel. Friendly and informative staff. Aquarium small but well kept. Reptile area very good and staff very helpful. Was also able to hold a snake. Well worth a visit for 8 euro. I would definitely recommend

2. Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Xanthoudidou & Hatzidaki Sts, Heraklion, Crete 710 02 Greece +30 281 027 9000 [email protected] https://heraklionmuseum.gr/?page_id=1406&lang=en
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4.5 based on 7,278 reviews

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

A museum delineating the history of the island Crete, complete with artifacts belonging to the ancient civilizations that once populated the island.

Reviewed By crum77

Excellent museum! It provides great historical lessons and context for the items on display and lays them out in such a way that you can walk through history and see the progression of technology from the early Bronze Age up to the early Iron Age. Interesting historical contexts about the economics of the various times and how the political system was structured in early Crete. Worth the price of admission.

3. Elafonissi Beach

Elafonissi, Crete Greece http://www.cretetravel.com/activity/elafonisi-beach-in-west-crete
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4.5 based on 14,358 reviews

Elafonissi  Beach

Reviewed By Caligaltraveler

We rented a car from Chania and took this amazing drive to the countryside. The drive was quite long but so scenic and amazing. We stopped along the way and enjoyed the roadside vendors. Bought some delicious olive oils and olives. The eateries along the way were small, authentic and affordable. Once we arrived at the beach we were stunned. The water was crystal clear with no rocks or seaweed. You could wade out quite far before it got deep so this would be a very safe beach for kids. The beach sand was soft and clear of any debris and the colors of the water turning pink as the waves crashed really was spectacular. A must see and one of the highlights of our trip!

4. Balos Lagoon

Kissamos, Crete 734 00 Greece
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4.5 based on 10,155 reviews

Balos Lagoon

Reviewed By marcotL403QV - Rome, Italy

The most beautiful beach in Creta (together with Elafonisi) and famous for its wild nature, with turquoise waters and white sands turning to amazing shades of pink in some places. Waters are shallow, perfect for kids and lovely for grownups too. A legendary lagoon is also worth stopping by. Beware the boats throwing thousands of tourists in the middle of the day, although that is a very practical way to reach the place without going by car on a bumpy road. Ferries go back and forth from Kissamos port, but there are multiple trips during summer time, so I’d recommend to take the earliest trip available and then move to the island of Gramvousa nearby when the beach gets too crowded !

5. Cretan Olive Oil Farm

Sarakinou Kefali Havania, Agios Nikolaos, Crete 721 00 Greece +30 2841 024139 [email protected] http://cretanoliveoilfarm.com/
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4.5 based on 699 reviews

Cretan Olive Oil Farm

Cretan Olive Oil Farm is a place where you can explore the unknown side of Crete and its products.You will experience the way we were producing traditional Cretan products such as olive oil, wine, raki & pottery in a unique environment. See, Taste, Smell, Touch.

Reviewed By R6575MSfrancescam - Sydney, Australia

The Cretan Olive Farm offers you a chance to see how traditional olive farms operated all over the island. Take the tour with the cheesemaking and cooking class - it's excellent value for money and a fabulous way to see how things were on the island. Great for families.

6. Imbros Gorge

close to Chora Sfakia Start in Impros or Komitades, Crete Greece http://www.west-crete.com/imbros-gorge.htm
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4.5 based on 755 reviews

Imbros Gorge

Reviewed By makalu8000 - Toronto, Canada

This is a easy two hour hike through a beautiful gorge. Entrance ticket 3 Euros. Just take good walking or running shoes and water. It gets really hot in the gorge so be prepared. This is not that busy and not crowded like Samaria Gorge. We noticed a lot of people struggling with the loose stones and the trail, but it is really pretty easy. It took us just under two hours and we took it easy. At the end you get accosted by taxi drivers at the various tavernas offering to take you back to the starting point. You can do this or walk back through the gorge. Recommended activity for Crete!

7. Rethymnon Old Town

Rethymnon, Crete Greece +30 2831 342100 http://www.rethymno.gr
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4.5 based on 8,048 reviews

Rethymnon Old Town

Reviewed By northants90 - Northampton, United Kingdom

This is a lovely day out and you can lose yourself in the narrow streets of cobble stone! Narrow streets Lots of shops Many small tavernas Beautiful buildings Lots to do Places to refresh A real lovely part of old Greece and very busy with tourists.

8. Old Venetian Harbor

Agiou Markou 8 Akti Tompazi, Chania Town, Crete 731 32 Greece http://www.allincrete.com/chania-old-venetian-harbour/
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4.5 based on 6,412 reviews

Old Venetian Harbor

Reviewed By lovetrav_9 - Old Colwyn, United Kingdom

There is so much to see and do in this busy Harbour area including ample shops, bars, restaurants and cafes, boat trips, a museum, an art gallery and the lighthouse plus fabulous views to enjoy. It is also a great walking area. On top of all that, we had a superb lunch. Our time was sadly limited as we had to return to our hotel in Chersonisos, but had a most enjoyable visit and we definitely recommend.

9. Gorges of Theriso

Vasiliou Poulaka, Theriso, Crete 731 00 Greece +30 697 321 0847 http://www.cretanbeaches.com/el/%CF%86%CE%B1%CF%81%CE%AC%CE%B3%CE%B3%CE%B9%CE%B1-%CF%84%CE%B7%CF%82-%CE%BA%CF%81%CE%AE%CF%84%CE%B7%CF%82/%CF%86%CE%B1%CF%81%CE%AC%CE%B3%CE%B3%CE%B9%CE%B1-%CE%B4%CF%85%CF%84%CE%B9%CE%BA%CE%AE%CF%82-%CE%BA%CF%81%CE%AE%CF%84%C
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4.5 based on 159 reviews

Gorges of Theriso

Reviewed By iainbmay - Manchester, United Kingdom

The drive up from Chania to Theriso passes through the dramatic landscape of the Gorge with towering cliffs either side with shady tree lined river in the ravine. After around 20 mins you come out to the village which was the cradle of Cretan resistance to occupation. Drive further to the village of Zorvas and you can do a 3 hour hike into the high mountains. Breathtaking views .

10. Potamos Beach

Malia, Crete 700 07 Greece
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4.5 based on 337 reviews

Potamos Beach

Reviewed By BevW897

Very quiet beach with stunning scenery just outside the busy resort of malia. Toilets a small snack bar, and reasonably prices sunbeds, along with an on duty lifeguard. Water is shallow and beach sheltered, good for kids

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