Location: Lasithi Prefecture
Top Things to do in Lasithi Prefecture
What to do and see in Lasithi Prefecture, Crete: The Best Outdoor Activities
Lasithi (Greek: Λασίθι) is the easternmost regional unit on the island of Crete, to the east of Heraklion. Its capital is Agios Nikolaos, the other major towns being Ierapetra, Sitia and Neapoli. The mountains include the Dikti in the west and the Thrypti in the east. The Sea of Crete lies to the north and the Libyan Sea to the south.
Restaurants in Lasithi Prefecture
1. Spiaggia Xerokampos
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By mojius13
Definitely worth the long drive Xerokampos is not a single beach but rather a series of beaches for every taste. We ended up at the large organised beach that was accessible and very friendly for kids. Clear shallow water and sandy beaches were perfect for the little ones.
2. Erimoupolis Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 121 reviews
The Erimoupoli beach located 26km east of Sitia , just north of the famous palm forest of Vai . The name takes the ancient city of Itanos , which remains in the area. Next to the archaeological site of Itanos are the three consecutive bays with equal number of Erimoupolis beaches.
Reviewed By renzoc_12 - Siena, Italy
we don't know Paradise but we have been at Erimoupolis and we think that could be better. The two beaches are so clean and water is wonderful, in the smaller one the sand is soft and the near ruins are very interesting, If you go to Vai I suggest to spend some other time in Erimoupolis that is very close to the famous Palm Beach.
3. Lassithi Plateau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 995 reviews
This flat stretch of land high up in the mountains of Crete is rumored to be the birthplace of Zeus.
Reviewed By StefanieinCrete
family trip, it was a hole day trip with cloudy weather, perfect place so nice view, good food, any time was so good. what else do you need?
4. Glika Nera Beach
5. Amazonas Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 434 reviews
Animal Park specialized in upkeep of endangered parrots.
Reviewed By senorblunders - Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom
This is a pretty little zoo containing mainly parrots and some pretty monkeys and goats. It’s well-kept and there is a very relaxed and slow vibe - so quite nice to spend an hour there. And there’s a breezy snack bar with hammock chairs. BUT, you’ll also get the opportunity at 1pm to feed the macaques and the lemurs. The lemurs will jump on your shoulders and rummage in your fruit pot for banana and other treats. Your face will be a picture. They are the gentlest and softest creatures, and they currently have little babies that you can also feed. If you listen carefully to the keepers’ instructions and follow them, you’ll have a blissful half hour with these gorgeous creatures. I’ll never forget it.
6. Peristeras Beach
7. Ammoudi Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 359 reviews
Reviewed By MadalinaP73
We have been coming to Crete for the past 15 years and we traveled all around the island until...we found Agios Nikolaos and Ammoudi Beach. We fell in love with the place. Apart from the amazing scenery, we were attracted by the water sports activities. Amoudi Water Sports is run by the nicest family and it is because of them that we keep coming back. They made our holidays a wonderful experience making us feel like we are part of the family. Every year we have a lot of fun riding the sofa or using the jetski, kayak or SUP. All these are and were done with complete compliance with the rules and regulations. Nikos and Manos are always alert and keeping an eye on what is happening on the beach and we always felt safe there, especially this year!
8. Makrigialos Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By Mazmatti - Birmingham, United Kingdom
I visited Crete for the first time this year. The purpose of my visit was to attend my sisters wedding. We stayed in a superb Airbnb in Limassol which was a few miles from We visited MakryGialos almost daily. The service around the tavernas were so welcoming, exceptionally clean and the food was good value for beach snacks and lunches. Dimitri was a perfect host. The beach was beautiful, the waters clear and shallow. Perfect place for family with small children or non swimmers who could happily float comfortably. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and will definitely visit again.
9. Almyros Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By kirsty8644 - Chichester, United Kingdom
Had a lovely day here,toilet cafe and water sports available,there's a river that flows into ocean on right hand end and the water is like ice????,however come away from that and the water is warm,beach is clean and not over crowded,we went by car so not sure of any buses, it really is beautiful, would love to go back and would highly recommend ❤????????????
10. Koutsounari beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 228 reviews
Reviewed By 512veganf
Koutsounari beach did not disappoint. The water was crystal clear and refreshing, the sand beautiful and it is a very quiet beach. Highly recommended.
