Location: Platanias
Top Things to do in Platanias
Things to do in Platanias, Crete: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Platanias (Greek: Πλατανιάς) is a village and municipality on the Greek island of Crete. It is located about 10 km (6.2 mi) west from the city of Chania and east of Kastelli-Kissamos, on Chania Bay. The seat of the municipality is the village Gerani. Platanias is a popular tourism village with a beach, several hotels, restaurants and souvenir shops. Not far from the coast is the island of Agioi Theodoroi.
Restaurants in Platanias
1. Astrikas Estate Biolea
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5.0 based on 274 reviews
TOURS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. The Astrikas Estate organic olive groves are located in the small village of Astrikas, within the PDO (Protected Denomination of Origin) area of Kolymbari in northwestern Crete.Biolea specializes in artisan production of organic olive oil, stone milled and cold pressed. The company's organic olive oil is exclusively estate-produced and bottled.The Astrikas Estate is open to visitors; we offer a tour free of charge to anyone who is interested to learn about the production method of olive oil. TOURS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Reviewed By Maliciousdk - Copenhagen, Denmark
One of my favorite places on Crete. Beautiful surroundings and a beautiful yard in the cafe. Great for kids as there was a lot of toys. Staff was very nice. Very recommended.
2. Parko Agiou Gerasimou
3. Orthodox Academy Of Crete
4. War Shelter of Platanias
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4.5 based on 307 reviews
Local world war 2 musuem focused on the historical events that occured during the battle of Crete and more. Please note that the museum is now closed until further notice. Due to covid protocol we are not able to open the tunnels at this time, the museum is run by volunteers and we will reopen as soon as it is deemed safe.
5. Odigitria Monastery
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By AlbertI145 - Sweden, null
Very nice Monastery. Its worth to visit due to its historical and its architecture value. We will surly visit it again
6. Cave of St John the Hermit
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By GeEft - Munich, Germany
It ieasy to visit and spend some time with a short bypass from the highway the cave is well preserved and the church in it is really nice. The view from there is awesome
7. Gonia Monastery
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By JanG03
Only 3 Euros to visit this lovely building with it's fascinating museum. I would have liked to see a Service listing in English to experience an Orthodox Service. However we were able to wander around and enjoy the ambiance! The Video is well worth watching, it explains the history of the Monastery and the importance of the Orthodox Church in the history of Crete, especially during times of occupation.
8. Memorial Greek Cadets Battle of Crete
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4.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By GeEft - Munich, Germany
Amazing view amazing spot with really easy road access there are many monuments in Crete but the view from that one is breathtaking
9. Battle of Plataea Battlefield
10. Orthodox Academy of Crete
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4.0 based on 6 reviews
