Sightseeing

Created by Audrey Navello, Modified on Sat, 29 Nov, 2025 at 1:02 PM by Julie Nielsen

Beautiful little traditional villages can be discovered on Crete. To do something like this, a car rental is advised. 

 

Please find below the selection we made for you:

 

East Crete:

  • Don’t forget to visit the impressive sight of the former Leprosy Island of Spinalonga
  • Stroll through the villages of Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and Plaka
  • Visit the island’s capital, Heraklion
  • Enjoy breathtaking views from the Lassithi plateau
  • Sissi is a nice little town with good tavernas and one of the best sunsets

 

West Crete:

  • Take a refreshing dip in Crete's only freshwater lake: Kournas
  • Rethymnon or Chania: Both places are characterised by colourful houses and a Venetian harbour. 
  • Botanical Park & Gardens Of Crete (https://maps.app.goo.gl/fwcTxTBhTTfLN38XA)
  • Visit the spectacular Arkadi Monastery

 

South Crete:

  • The Palace of Phaistos: this is an archaeological site. 
  • Visit the small village of Agios Pavlos
  • Discover the hidden paradise of Triopetra 
  • Visit the hippy village of Matala
  • Walking around in the green village of Spili. Make sure to visit the Maravel Garden


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