Best Guide to Crete (2024 Edition)
Why Visit Crete:
The largest Greek island is home to a wide array of things to do and see. This Guide to Crete will help you start planning your trip to the most authentic island!
My Guide to Crete includes many ideas for what to do, where to eat and drink, where to stay and more. Crete offers so much, from hiking to beaches, and best of all Greek hospitality!
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Accomodation:
- located in Mononaftis
- room with private pool
- view of the sea
- luxury hotel
- perfect for a honeymoon
- restaurant and bar onsite
- located in Agiois Nikolaos
- private beach
- large pool
- some rooms have private pools
- app for food & drink delivery to beach/pool chairs
- restaurant onsite
- located in Chania
- prime location
- apartment rental
- private rooftop with view of harbor
Activites:
- Rent a car to explore the island
- Swim in the Mediterranean
- Visit Elafonissi Beach to see the pink sand
- Sunset Cruise from Chania
- Explore old village of Krista
- Hike Samaria Gorge to the beach
- Visit beautiful beaches: Elafonissi, Balos & Pachia Ammos (Thick Sand)
- Fishing tour or private boat trip from Chania
Sights:
- Elafonissi Beach
- Chania’s Old Venetian Port
- Lake Voulismeni in Agios Nikolaos
- Explore Agios Nikolaos
- Explore Chania
- Explore Krista
Eats & Drinks:
- Maistrali Taverna (Agios Nikolaos, restaurant)
- ACRO resort (restaurant & bar)
- KAIKI (Chania, restaurant)
- To Maridaki (Chania, restaurant)
- The Bar by Monogram (Chania)
- K2 (Chania)
As the largest island in Greece, Crete is very diverse. You can explore the mountains, beaches, ancient towns and cities. There is truly something for everyone.
But the best part? The authenticity and culture of Crete. The people are so friendly and the experience visiting Crete is unlike any other Greek island.
Download my Guide to Crete for a spark notes version on what to during your trip to Crete. Sometimes I think the hardest part of planning a trip is just having a jumping off point, so I hope this guide helps you get started!
Hope my guide to Crete helps you plan your trip to Crete! Feel free to ask any questions in the comment section 🙂
