CRETE, GREECE | 7 Places You Should Visit In Crete!

In this video, we highlight 7 places you should visit in Crete Greece in 2021. Crete is the largest island of Greece and has many things to do and see. These are the 7 best things to do in Crete:

7. The 7th best thing to do in Crete is visit Heraklion. This is the largest city on the island and is also the capital of Crete, so it’s the perfect place to start your journey. Heraklion has a long history and has Arab as well as Venetian influences. It’s a great destination for anyone who loves a combination of history, beaches, and food.

6. The 6th best thing to do in Crete is to spend time at Elafonisi Beach. This pristine beach is located on the west coast of the island, about 72 km south-west of Chania. The clear, turquoise waters have brought travellers here for centuries and it was very busy when we were there as well. Not only does the lagoon have crystal blue waters with excellent visibility, but Elafonisi also has very gentle waves and is the perfect place to swim and relax.

5. Heraklion has attracted ever-greater attention as a wine destination in recent years and more than two-thirds of Crete’s vineyards are found here. The region accounts for about 80% of the island’s wine production. We went wine tasting in the nearby town of Dafnes, and highly recommend it. Not only is the setting extremely beautiful, but the wine tastings are also affordable and delicious.

4. The 4th thing you can’t miss in Crete, Greece is Matala beach. This beach is located 68km to the southwest of Heraklion, which is about an hour drive. It’s one of the most popular tourist destinations of Crete and is a true hippie town with some incredible cave and rock formations.

3. At number 3, we have the Knossos ruins, which are widely considered to be Europe’s oldest city. The Palace of Knossos is located just south of modern-day Heraklion, near the north coast of Crete. Built by the old civilization called the Minoans, it covers about 150,000 square feet or 14,000 square meters.

2. Chania was by far our favorite city in Crete. On one hand, it’s beautiful and different from the other cities in Crete, and on the other hand it’s a great base to explore the island’s highlights from. The city itself is located on the northwest coast and known for its 14th-century Venetian harbor, narrow streets and waterfront restaurants.

1. Balos beach is the number one thing to do on Crete in our opinion. The panoramic views from above are some of the best we’ve seen throughout our travels so far. Balos is located in a wild, remote area about 1 hour to the west of Chania. It’s so spectacular that you may want to spend a full day here.

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VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:32 Heraklion
1:40 Elafonissi Beach
2:46 Dafnes Wine Region
3:43 Matala Beach
5:00 Knossos Ruins
6:15 Chania
7:24 Balos Beach
9:04 Outro

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[kimberlyterry]

I’m from the US and live in Chania now and it’s absolutely the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen

[Mfoukos]

I’m Cretan, live in Crete Hersonissos..
Thank you for showing the beauty of Crete to people ❤️👌

[pauls]

Planning on visiting Crete soon from Germany and this was extremely useful.. THANK YOU

[Wodens-Wolf]

Been to Crete a good many times I love it! All the Greek islands are amazing. Lovely people great food, amazing hospitality and history obviously. I could say more but you get the idea.

[oldboyyolo]

Elafonisi beach has pink sand but it gets less and less as summer progresses . You need to get there early in the summer to see it . Also there are certain spots where you can see it and not through the whole beach . This has to do with the currents but also because of the tourists that pick up the sand . This pink sand is actually little pieces from broken sea shells and it takes time to reproduce .

[brothersman]

Apart from the Wine Region (which I wasn't interested in), I went to the beaches in the video and I agree that Balos Beach is amazing and I agree that Chania is more picturesque than Heraklion. I actually loved Crete a lot

[drewspinoso]

Beaches and walking around. Very exciting.

[bronzefanpage]

I went to Faedra beach resort. Its a great hotel, walking distance from Agios Nikolaos. We explored mountains with a rented suzuki jimny and found and amazing taverna. The hotel is amazing, the staff talked to us and gave herbs when we were leaving. We visited almost everything and i loved it.😊 we walked to agios nikolaos as well

[ferdaaydin]

Rethimnon also very beautiful town, my.favorite.🎉🎉🎉 Taverna is the best

[stolio]

My mother and father are from Κρήτη. Tourists head to Heraklion. If you want the true cultural experience Χανιά is the place to go. Specifically Σφακια. There’s a few Gorges you can walk through. You should visit Λουτρό and if you have the time Γλυκά νερά/ Γαύδο. There’s a multitude of beautiful beaches….there’s also a quaint village that barely uses any electricity too which is a great way to really disconnect.

[traveldiarieswithadi]

wow. Great compilation work done here. Crete is spectacular. one of my fav destinations. Thanks for sharing this.

[margusjuur]

I also love the ocean in the elafonisi beach.

[cludianobre]

I watch a lot of videos and you guys are one of my faves! This compilation with the maps and views is great. Can’t wait to go to Crete. Bravo 👏🏻

[Ventex]

I will add: Lake Kournas, Falasarna beach with stunning sun sets, Cave of St John the Hermit.

[MyName-bipt]

Going to Koutouloufari in August!! Can’t wait.

[oweneliot]

Heading here in a few months time! Can’t wait now, thank you for the video, very informative and locations we will be sure to visit!

[worldpeacemaker]

Great Video! 👍🏊‍♂ Thank you! We are vacationing mid May 2023 near Rethymno!

[bethmoseley]

Headed to Crete in September 2022. Your recommendations are wonderful especially visiting Knossos. Thsnks!!!!

[maraandrus]

Awesome!! It seems Greece would be great for a tropical getaway adventure!

[MORES]

Great video but...you missed the most beautiful beaches with palm trees in Vai Crete !!!
North East corner of the island 🏝🌴🏝🌴🌴🌴🏖