Crete and its diverse attractions

Crete is one of the most popular islands and a worldwide top holiday destination. If you have never been there, now it’s about time!

If there was one word to describe the Greek island of Crete, it would be "diverse." Sandy beaches hide among soaring mountains, palm tree forests grow in the middle of sprawling plains, and bustling modern cities share coastlines with centuries-old structures. The streets are lined with architecture mirroring the styles of the Minoans, the Venetians and the Ottomans, as well as contemporary Greeks.

Despite the visible contradictions, this island maintains a sense of unity, felt whenever you step onto the street, dine at a local taverna, or enjoy a glass of raki at a sidewalk café. Crete's experiences are as assorted as its history, so take some time to decide what type of vacation you're looking to have before you set anything in stone. For an urban setting with a variety of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, consider staying along the northern coast in Chania or Heraklion. Those who prefer the great outdoors should head to Rethymnon or Agios Nikolaos for the many beautiful beaches. Crete is an island that will astonish you while its people’s hospitality and positive mood will definitely create the best memories and experiences!

Psiloritis Natural Park

6VP9+XC Anogia, Greece

Paragliding Crete Paratrike Αλεξίπτωτο πλαγιάς Κρήτη

Kiprou 17, Chania 731 32, Greece

Red beach in Crete (Kokkini Paralia)

89XV+HH Santorini, Greece

Aegean Arts Festival Crete

QW3F+MH Kokkini, Greece

Natural History Museum of Crete - Official Page

Λεωφ. Σοφοκλή Βενιζέλου, Charkoutsi και, Iraklio 712 02, Greece

Βοτανικό Πάρκο & Κήποι Κρήτης - Botanical Park & Gardens of Crete

Epar.Od. Kalivon-Kefalas 14, Almirida 730 08, Greece

Aquaworld Aquarium Hersonissos Crete

Filikis Etirias 7, 700 14 Chersoniso, Iraklion, Greece

Be hippy in Matala Festival, Crete

XPVX+6V Matala, Greece

Gorge of Samaria, Crete

6XR6+3F Sfakia, Greece

Rethymno's Old Town, Crete

Drvυliskoy 11, Rethymno 741 32, Greece

Elafonisi Beach, Crete

7G9J+R5 Inachori, Greece

Chania's Old Town, Crete

Chatzimichali Giannari 35, Chania 731 35, Greece

Explore the Acqua Plus Waterpark

79Q8+89 Chersonisos, Greece

Palm Beach, Vai in Crete

7737+QX Sitia, Greece

The Palace of Knossos, Crete

Leof. Knosou, Iraklio 714 09, Grèce

The Site of Phaistos, Crete

Sivas 702 00, Grèce

Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete

Stefanou Xanthoudidou 3, Iraklio 712 02, Greece

Visit Crete and its palace of Knossos, its Venetian architecture (in Chania or Rethymno) and its excursions (especially through the gorges of Samaria)

Crete, Zoniana 740 51, Greece