Top Things to do in Rethymnon Prefecture
Top 10 Things to do in Rethymnon Prefecture, Crete
Discover the best top things to do in Rethymnon Prefecture, Greece including Monastery of Arkadi, Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Rethymnon Old Town, Damnoni Beach, Triopetra Beach, Skinaria Beach, Karavostasi Beach, Shinaria Beach, Preveli Beach, Plakias Beach.
Restaurants in Rethymnon Prefecture
1. Monastery of Arkadi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,605 reviews
Reviewed By avelko - Piraeus, Greece
An amazing 13th-century monastery with a long history and an important role in the revolution against Turks.Near the villages of Amnatos, Eleftherna and Margarites. It has an excellent museum, a two-aisled church, and a huge outdoor parking space.UNESCO has designated the Arcadian Monastery as a European Monument of Freedom.
2. Kourtaliotiko Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 310 reviews
A long and pleasant walk along the gorge through breathtaking scenery, past waterfalls, fountains, deserted chapels and monasteries, to an authentic palm beach at Preveli. You can even catch a glimpse of a lammergeier if you are lucky. Watch out though for slips and trips - stout shoes essential.
3. Rethymnon Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,048 reviews
Reviewed By northants90 - Northampton, United Kingdom
This is a lovely day out and you can lose yourself in the narrow streets of cobble stone! Narrow streets Lots of shops Many small tavernas Beautiful buildings Lots to do Places to refresh A real lovely part of old Greece and very busy with tourists.
4. Damnoni Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 425 reviews
Reviewed By Lancejou - Zurich, Switzerland
We stayed at Hapimag Damnoni Resort, the beach is clean and quiet. People could easily do some water sport or activities.
5. Triopetra Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 309 reviews
Reviewed By Ulysses336 - Brasov, Romania
This beach is accessible from the road connecting Rethymno to Agia Galini ; it can be considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the south coast of Crete ; the name comes from the three majestic rocks which divide the bay into two beaches ; in fact ,the word triopetra means presumably “the three stones”; the smallest is called the small Triopetra or Koumado and is ideal for those who wish to be more secluded or quiet ; the larger beach is also called Chatsi or Triopetra ; the beaches are at the foot of a hill of olive trees ; the place is also ideal for watersports experts as the sandbanks created by the currents make the seabed unpredictable ; for those who stay longer until the evening , it is a wonderful occasion of admiring the breathtaking sunset ;
6. Skinaria Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 409 reviews
Reviewed By jusaja
Good sand, protected from most winds, smaller waves, beautiful sea bottom with plenty of fish, sundbeds 6 EUR, toilets in two beach tavernas, parking is a bit challenging if you come late, 15 mins drive from Plakias in a scenic road. After years of visits, this remains among my favourite beaches in Crete (visited over 50 beaches). You can eat in the local tavern but don't except much quality in food or service.
7. Karavostasi Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 402 reviews
Reviewed By philbo45 - Heraklion, Greece
On an island with countless wonderful beaches and other natural wonders, this hidden gem stand out for its relative seclusion and family orientation. Situated at the point of a small peninsula at picturesque Bali, the beach sports a marvelous taverna, an apartment hotel with stunning views, and all the activities you'd expect. Sunloungers, shallow aquamarine water, fine sand beach, and an amazing landscape, what more can anyone want? Go here if you travel to Crete island.
8. Shinaria Beach
9. Preveli Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,653 reviews
Reviewed By CasaOlea1
Have a swim on the beach or walk through the palm forest, a sweet water river separates the banks and has fish and turtles. Crowded peak season but worth the trip.
10. Plakias Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 615 reviews
Reviewed By ClaireGR - Paleo Faliro, Greece
We visited Plakias during August 2020 with our 4 year old son. We enjoyed a lot that the beach was exactly in front of our hotel (Alianthos Beach hotel). Plenty of sunbeds, nice beach, with lovely sand for our child to play. The bad was it was very very windy, so unfortunately we had a lot of "sandblasting" on us!!! however, we did enjoy the calmness of the area, the fact that everything is nearby on foot and it is not so crowded. Shower available. Do not miss to visit alianthos horse riding!
TAGS
