Location: Agia Galini
Top Things to do in Agia Galini
The 10 Best Things to Do in Agia Galini, Greece
This village in the south of Crete sees its share of tourism, but retains its authentic charm, making it an enticing destination. You'll take in views of Agia Galini's port, the serene hills surrounding town and the Lybian Sea. Tranquil nearby beaches offer a chance to bask in the Mediterranean sun, while cultural diversions like the remains of the ancient Roman city of Gortyn and the stunning Minoan palace of Phaistos are within driving distance.
Restaurants in Agia Galini
1. Agia Galini Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 386 reviews
Reviewed By Rūta A - Vilnius, Lithuania
We came here in the evening just before sunset and it was beautiful sunset! We walked further from all that umbrellas and sun chairs to get some quiet and peaceful place but a music from beachside tavernas played music loud so you were able to hear it here too.
And here we had a beach with a sand and big stones. Not so very comfortable to go to the sea if you have no swimming shoes so get a pair with you!
2. Kalamaki Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By GolfBravo - Haifa, Israel
Right by the restaurants, nice clean sand, with free umbrellas and shower. If you don't mind the diners from the restaurants watching you, this beach is very convenient.
3. Komos Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By NMB45 - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Everything said about the spaciousness and beautiful setting of this beach is true. However, for beach walkers and waders the beach is quite disappointing. The grainy sand is unusually soft which makes it exhausting to walk along the beach any distance. Upon entering the surf we encountered a short band of pebbles followed by a rocky shelf which made it unpleasant for wading along the beach in the water.
It is fine for sunbathing if the wind is mild.
4. Ancient City of Phaistos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 722 reviews
The ruins of an ancient Minoan palace, popular among tourists.
Reviewed By paulandozzie - london
This place is beautiful; the setting is dramatic, with breathtaking views all around. The Palace itself is almost as large as Knossos and follows a similar plan. It's easy to navigate around by yourself with plenty of information boards, so go on your own and see it at your own pace; a basic guidebook or floor plan will suffice. The excavators have resisted the flights of fancy that have led to the Disneyfication of Knossos, so it feels authentic; the limited restoration that has been done is sensitive and restrained. It's also much less crowded. Go, and let your own imagination run riot.
5. Red Sand Beach (Kokkini Ammos)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 703 reviews
Reviewed By Roberto S
Decided to go to the red beach with my family and friends.
From Matala you need to "climb" up to the hill, before having the chance to walk down to the see. (Pretty hard for young kids under 6/7 would say).
There are two different ways to reach it, one is slightly easier.
Once on the beach (1/2 hour at least), realized that day unfortunately the sea wasn't so clean, maybe due to the tide. In the afternoon it was better.
If the sea if flat, a small boat can help you go back to Matala beach.
Worth it and expensive the Mojito you can have at the bar.
No food there.
No toilette, in case of need...enjoy open air!!!
6. Agios Pavlos beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Tom E - Gothenburg, Sweden
If you want to feel the power of the wind, the force of the waves, the drama of the fast weather changes always surrounded by the Mountains .... but also the stillness of the country-side and the heat of the sun and the absence of wifi ... you have come to the right place. I discovered this magnificent corner of Crete in 2013 and had the chance to come back in 2015 and stay two weeks. I stayed at Yoga Plus, which I can NOT recommend but the fantastic unspoiled and rugged nature made it all worth it. It is maybe not the ideal place to sunbath but Agios Pavlos has all you need for regaining your mindfulness. Go and enjoy !
7. Archaeological Site of Agia Triada
Overall Ratings
4 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By V581ZSdonb - Sydney, Australia
Aghia Triada was a Minoan palace/city brilliantly sited to control the rich Plain of Messara. It can only be easily approached from the east and commands its immediate surroundings. It was subsidiary to Knossos which ruled the Minoan world.
The site is reasonably compact and no reconstruction has been done as at Knossos. It is not on any mass tourism routes, no selfie sticks all over the place as others have reported. There is also a very good cafe at the entrance to the archaeological site.
8. Palace of Faistos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By BarbieMegaTraveller - Sydney, Australia
The ruins here are interesting, the site itself is huge but I do wish there was more information in each section of the ruins because it does leave you walking around, wondering if the section you're in is part of what you read in the last section or something else entirely.
There are information boards explaining what was found in an area but it covers a really large area, so as you're walking through and seeing picture marks on a stone, it doesn't explain that but it will say in that area generally there were potters working. This left me disappointed. I would prefer to see each room you walk through explain what it was used for instead of saying in this huge area made up of 8 rooms there were potters, a library, sacrificing but it's up to you to work out which room is which.
Some of the open spaces are set out with much more information, for example the open courtyard areas give explanations as to the use and what was there. Though for example on the outskirts is what looks like an old Minoan footpath main entrance from the surrounding Mountains. There is no information on this and yet it seems obvious that this is what it was for.
I still enjoyed my visit here but if you're not totally into history and ruins, you might find this place a little boring. The wooden built paths between certain areas and some that are still undercover are in poor condition. Lots of these paths that lead into the better quality ruins are closed off due to their lack of maintenance, meaning a lot of the ruins in better condition are only visible from a distance, where clearly paths were originally made for close up viewing.
9. Fishing Day Trip 'Elizabeth'
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By ako22 - Chania Prefecture, Greece
Our first EVER fishing trip and and thoroughly enjoyable one it was too. Wasnt quite sure what to expect, but it really was fab, taking the short boat ride on Captain Vagellis's lovely comfortable boat enjoying the superb scenery on the way, we started trawling slowly using fake calimari as the bait, didnt catch anything with this, but it was just a nice lil taster for what was to come, then we stopped, and the fun began, anyone can do this even novices like us, just drop a line with 2 hooks ( all provided) over the side of the boat, let it sink to the 50 -70 ft below and then start hoisting it back up, and hey presto, 2 fish ! ( approx 4inches long ) a great feeling, hand the line to the captain and they all go into the pot for a very healthy and nourishing "Fish Soup" ( all in the price too) its a pretty good feeling catching your own fishto eat and very nice it was too, along came the wine and grapes on a lovely deserted beach, where you can swim, snorkle or just take in the sun and views. All in all a lovely day out with very experienced people, Vagellis has done this everyday for the last 25 years! Fab stuff and a lot of fun
10. Triopetra Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
Reviewed By George T - Agii Apostoli, Chania, Crete
This beach is a little remote and far from rethymno but its definetely worth it to visit at least one time! Big coastline that you can swim and relax.
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