Top Things to do in Rethymnon
7 Classes & Workshops in Rethymnon That You Shouldn't Miss
Rethymnon is one of the most well-preserved Venetian old towns on the island of Crete. Its 16th-century buildings are stunning examples of ancient architecture, and the monolithic Fortezza reflects both European and Moorish influences. Explore the magical waterfalls, rock formations, and ‘"cave church" of Saint Anthony Gorge before taking a pleasant evening stroll along the colorful Venetian Harbor. Relax in a taverna over a plate of Cretan meze, like fresh feta drizzled with local olive oil.
Restaurants in Rethymnon
1. Ceramics Vardaxis
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Workshop in old town of rethymno, with unique handmades ceramics from traditional desing from Asia Minor. We give leasons of ceramic art. For more information contact with us.
2. Eco Events
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5.0 based on 86 reviews
We specialize in creating unique experiences, such as organizing excursions to remote traditional villages, so to give to our visitors the opportunity to interact with the locals and learn about their culture and habits. We invite you to witness the activities of the genuine Cretan life, such as harvesting soil and producing traditional products like wine, raki, cheese, traditional rusks, honey, olive oil... the list goes on! We always try to give our guests a warm experience, therefore most of our excursions are in small groups; that is because we value the personal feeling that mass tourism fails to deliver. Apart from daily trips to villages and natural landscapes, we give our guests the opportunity to organize a trip that will suit them 100%. By getting in contact, we can discuss and design the perfect one-day or multi-day trip for you. Therefore, we can personalize every experience depending on the taste, the wishes and the needs of each of our visitors.
3. MADErI
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Social Cooperative Enterprise- ΜΑΔΕρΙ A team of 18 artists who are sharing a passion for art. By visiting us you will find handmade and unique art and crafts from our shop. Art Exhibitions, Workshops about Jewellery, Papier Mache, Candle making, Stone sculpture, there are also courses for children and vulnerable groups as well.
4. Cretan Cooking
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Cretan Cooking are traditional cooking lessons where visitors are invited to cook, taste and enjoy local recipes and prepare delicious dishes with the guidance and assistance of our professional cooks. All dishes are made of genuine, fresh Cretan products such as olive oil, vegetables, cheese, meat, etc. The course aims to show clear and simple ways of how to prepare and cook Cretan style dishes and are aiming to those interested in Cretan cuisine or to just cooking lovers. The courses are interactive, and participants will enjoy the cooking experience while finishing the adventure enjoying the wonderful lunch or dinner prepared in a friendly and casual atmosphere with local wine and bread, Cretan music and a traditional dessert.
5. Nikos Siragas Wood Art
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
I am the only internationally-known artistic woodturner in Greece and I have a gallery and workshop in the Old Town of Rethymno. You can see me working and look at a selection of my finished work. I also run courses for people wanting to learn or improve their woodturning and I demonstrate and teach at exhibitions and seminars in Europe each year.
Reviewed By 731tamarat
We bumped into this nice shop by accident only to come across very beautiful pieces of art all accompanied by a very nice and honest man! Nikos is a talented craftsman! We chatted with him for some time and learned more about wood and wood turning and also got some nice life advices! If you do find yourself in this part of Crete be sure to pay a visit to his amazing shop, all followed by classic music only to paint an unforgetable picture. All that creates one really nice memory. Many thanks to Nikos!
6. Klotho
In my studio you can see how our old, restored, wooden handlooms operate and produce our embroidered fabrics. You will have the chance to weave yourself and create a weaving to take along with you before you leave. I can explain a lot about the history of weaving and crafts of Crete.
7. Avli's Experiences
Avli is a combination of all-suites hotel with a rustic fine dining restaurant, wine cellar, a shop with traditional products and a family-style all-day buffet. Created 32 years ago, in 1987, in an effort to optimize and upgrade the historic center of Rethymnon.
