The most popular destinations in Crete
1. Chania: The old town of Chania with its world-renowned Venetian lighthouse, the aristocratic suburb of Halepa, the Tabakaria (centre for leather production), the Neoria (arsenal) and Kum Kapi, teeming with bars, cafes, restaurants and elegant hotels.502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9RAohPz1wP
2. Rethymno: Discover the old town of Rethymno, a gem of a settlement on the island, with its Venetian buildings, mosques, minarets, fountains and cobblestone alleys lined with shops, cafes, bars and hotels. Explore Idaio Antro – one of the most important caves of Minoan worship.502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJmfnFcFpBu
3. Heraklion: The Venetian port of Heraklion, a lively city filled with sights, museums, restaurants, bars and hotels. Walk along the walls of the old city, and Morosini (Leondaria) Square, surrounded by important buildings; the Loggia (City Hall), Agios Titos and Armeria (armory). 502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡR00mhKB1Nr
4. Ierapetra: The old town with its narrow alleyways, little harbour and famous Fortress of Kales is one of the most significant sights in Crete. 502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBvkVtlvcfK
5. Agios Nikolaos: A cosmopolitan summer resort, with the mystical allure of Lake Vouliagmeni (which, legend has it, is bottomless), with numerous cafes and restaurants dotted around its shores.502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNJ4lfCrrwU
6. Sitia: The historic Kazarma fortress (Casa di arma) and its animated waterfront, lined with cafes, shops and restaurants, should be on your list of destinations to visit in Crete.502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRheNJdlAkg
7. Elounda: A cosmopolitan paradise of sophisticated resorts and hotels, with private beaches, pools and piers. It has the highest concentration of Greece’s five-star resorts and is the top destination for a luxurious holiday.502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡP5l8lJgEa2
8. Lassithi: Visit the palm forest at Vai but make sure you also find time for the caves of Diktean Antro and Milatos, the island fortress of Spinalonga and the Lassithi Plateau. 502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbWJBxPQPy5
9. Mount Ida (Psiloritis): The highest mountain in Crete. Ambitious hikers will climb to the top and be rewarded with an unforgettable view.
How to Get to Crete
Crete is the largest and most popular island in Greece, located in the southern Aegean Sea that hosts millions of passengers from around the world each year. It can be easily accessed by any of the two major international airports in Heraklion and Chania or the smaller airport in Sitia. It can also be reached from the ferry dock ports located in Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Sitia and Kissamos. 502Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcdFyRcrXjK
Once you arrive to the island, avoid the inconvenience of waiting for a bus or taxi and rent a car Heraklion so you can begin your journey on the island. You can rent a car Chania from any of the well-known rent a car agencies including Hertz, Avis, Budget and Imperial Car Rental. If you don’t know your way around the island, request that a GPS device be included in your rent a car Rethymno . It is the best way to come and go as you please to any and all locations you desire easily with no hassle or delays.
