Things To Do in Crete

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Try octopus in a traditional taverna

Try octopus in a traditional taverna

You’ll come across a dozen or so restaurants in Kato Daratso. Octopus, kebabs and kleftico – slow-cooked lamb shank... Read More

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Go for a beach crawl

Go for a beach crawl

Lyttos Beach is one of a dozen beaches on the Cretan coast strung together by a pretty stone promenade, so there’s... Read More

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Dine in the village square

Dine in the village square

The tavernas here are really picturesque, thanks to the gree... Read More

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Stretch out on the sand

Stretch out on the sand

Platanes Beach is a definite head turner. This Blue Flag bea... Read More

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Pick your sandy spot

Pick your sandy spot

Agkisaras’ beach is just one in a string of around a dozen b... Read More

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Explore Malia’s famous strip

Explore Malia’s famous strip

If you want to pick up the pace and go on a night out, the b... Read More

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Discover the Milatos Cave

Discover the Milatos Cave

To get to Milatos Cave, it’s a 10-minute hike up a rocky pat... Read More

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Nikis Bar, 25 Martiou Street

Nikis Bar, 25 Martiou Street

This cocktail bar is in prime position next to the beach, so... Read More

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Sample Cretan specialities

Sample Cretan specialities

You’ll find Greek kebabs and English favourites on the menus... Read More

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Spend the day at Star Beach

Spend the day at Star Beach

Out of the resort’s trio, Star Beach wins the popularity con... Read More

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Eat Greek classics in Maleme

Eat Greek classics in Maleme

Maleme doesn’t need row upon row of restaurants – on the roa... Read More

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Take to the hills

Take to the hills

Crete’s mountains and hills make it a real hit with hikers. ... Read More

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Snorkel on the beach

Snorkel on the beach

Clear waters and a rocky seabed team up to make it prime sno... Read More

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Visit Crete’s first aquarium

Visit Crete’s first aquarium

Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre, around five minu... Read More

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Chill out on Nea Chora Beach

Chill out on Nea Chora Beach

You’ll find this beach to the west of the Venetian city wall... Read More

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Get a load of Ancient Greek architecture

Get a load of Ancient Greek architecture

One of Crete’s oldest, and most popular, sites is the ancien... Read More

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Order a cocktail on Agia Marina Beach

Order a cocktail on Agia Marina Beach

Ten minutes from Chania Town, this beach has a real buzz abo... Read More

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