Crete's lovely island has everything and anything that anyone from a Greek island could ask for. Hospitality felt from pristine beaches, scenic seaside villages, amazing mountain views to exquisite Cretan cuisine and outstanding heart. Crete has everything! Crete is a land of excellent history, culture, values of tradition and undeniable natural beauty. A destination that will fulfill all of your expectations and will leave you with unforgettable memories, ones that you will cherish for a lifetime!

List With Top 5 Beaches

Chrissi Akti beach The Golden Beach Hrissi Akti is located 2.5 km south of the town of Chania and a few meters south of Agii Apostoli. It actually comprises of two sandy beaches separated by a few rocks. The west cove is the primary Golden Beach, and the south cove is called Aptera Beach. The most famous western bay is very well structured with umbrellas, lifeguards, showers, cafes, water sports, etc. It has good golden sand and shallow waters, making it perfect for young kids. There is also a playground nearby for children.

Kokkini Hani beaches

Kokkini Hani is 15 km south of Heraklion, south of Vathianos Kambos. It is a very well established resort, surrounded by many plants grown in the area's fertile plane. The site's name implies "Kokkinis ' Inn" and is taken by someone called Kokkinis after an inn that worked here in the early 1900s. This inn was popular with tourists who stopped at this stage to spend their night on their trip to Heraklion.

Paliokastro beach

Paliokastro is located 14 km south of Heraklion, on the west coasts of Heraklion Bay. It is a scenic beach with rocks, formed at the end of a green valley that is passed by torrents coming down from the village of Rogdia. Paliokastro cove is well shielded on both sides by high cliffs and south faces. There is a enormous calcareous rock east of the beach, on top of which once dominated the Paliokastro Venetian fortress that guarded Heraklion's bay from enemy assaults. The castle, portion of which survives, is thought to be constructed on the ancient town of Kytaeon's acropolis.

Gouves beaches

Kato Gouves is a popular holiday resort located 18 km west of Heraklion, on the foothills of Mount Ederi. In the past, the Kato Gouves Valley was grown with vegetables, olives and cereals by the village inhabitants Ano Gouves; today harvests have provided their place to hotels and tourism. Unlike the nearby crowded resorts of Malia and Hersonissos, Gouves provides peaceful holidays, perfect for families with kids and the elderly. Here you will discover mostly families enjoying the lovely sandy beaches, close to all the required amenities.

Voulisma beach

Istro(n) is located 12 km east of Agios Nikolaos and 22 km south of Ierapetra, very close to the village of Kalo Chorio. It is a quiet settlement located in a lush valley complete of olive groves and springs developed over the last centuries. However, the development was luckily gentle, primarily owing to the archeological findings due to the regional construction constraints. Istron's primary growth driver is certainly the emerald beaches that are scattered in three neighboring bays.

Things You Should Definately Do

Aquaworld AquariumDiscover the wild side of Crete at Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre, which displays both local sea life and exotic reptiles. Founded in 1995, this natural history museum provides a safe home for animals injured in the wild, as well as unwanted pets. The aquarium features 15 tanks, two pools, and several terrariums which serve as recreated natural habitats for various species of snakes, sea turtles, frogs, lizards, and fish.

Watercity Waterpark Themed Park, Anopolis

Jump into the biggest wave pool in Europe, experience twists and turns through a tunnel of darkness, or relax in the whirlpool at Watercity Waterpark Themed Park. The cyclone slide spins you around for dizzying moments before you fall into a swimming pool, and another game allows children to channel their inner Tarzan and jump on different objects to cross the water.

Lychnostatis Open Air Museum, Hersonissos

Step into Cretan tradition at Lychnostatis Open Air Museum, where a reconstructed merchant and farmhouses stand alongside traditional wine and olive presses. These presses continue producing olive oil and wine today, and you'll find workshops that teach traditional techniques in handicrafts and produce goods you can buy here. Take in a performance of folk music and dancing at the 250-seat auditorium or taste some of the local wine.