Irene & Michael
Things To Do & Places to Eat
Prima Plora Οrganic Restaurant & Wine Bar
This is a beautiful restaurant right on the water with a selection ranging from sushi to Mediterranean cuisine. It can get crowded so you may want to call ahead.
Passpartou
This place is near the fortezza and great for a quick and casual bite - gyros or souvlakia!
Handmade Traditional Philo Workshop
"86 year old Giorgos Hatziparaschos, is the last traditional phyllo master who is well-renowned for making ultra-thin phyllo pastry. If you are planning on a trip to Rethymno in Crete, you should definitely pop into the Old Town, on 30, Vernardou Street, where a Venetian mansion is home to the workshop of Mr Hatziparaschos. It's definitely worth visiting this amazingly talented gentleman, who still rides his bike to work and makes ultra-thin phyllo pastry and kataifi by hand every day."
Poseidon Seafood Restaurant
If you are able travel to Georgioupoli (about 25 minutes from Rethymno), this is the best fish taverna. This family-run charming restaurant is set in a beautiful garden. The menu is in the kitchen where the catches of the day are displayed. The sides of fried vegetables and potatoes are to die for. It gets crowded so you may want to call ahead!
Venetian Fortezza Castle
The Fortezza is the Venetian fortress of Rethymnon built in the 16th century, almost in the centre of the old town. The giant Fortezza, with its hidden centuries of history, is visible from every corner of the town and offers panoramic views of Rethymnon and the coast to the west.
Arkadi Monastery
The Holy Monastery of Arkadi in Rethymnon Crete: Arkadi is a place of special historical interest, known for the events that took place during the revolution of 1866. The monastery is built on the edge of the high plateau. This is one of the most important monuments of Crete.
Samaria Gorge
For all our adventure-seeking guests, you may want to stop by the Samaria gorge, which is the second longest in Europe. Located in Sfakia, Crete. Note, this is a very physically taxing hike! You can arrange a trip easily but keep in mind this may include a ferry and may take a full day (including travel).