Prines Travel Guide
Rethymno
Popular places to visit
Rethymnon Venetian Port
Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Fortezza Castle
Find out about the history of Old Town Rethymnon with a stop at Fortezza Castle. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Sacred Monastery of Arkadi
After visiting Sacred Monastery of Arkadi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rethymno. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.
University of Crete
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Crete during your travels in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethimno Kart
You can take time to visit Rethimno Kart during your travels to Rethymno. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.
Rethymnon Town Hall
After visiting Rethymnon Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Things to do
From Rethymno: Arkadi Monastery,Melidoni Cave and Margarites
Elafonisi Dream Beach Day Tour
Rethymno:Preveli Palm Beach, Monastery & Kourtaliotiko Gorge
From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Prines
JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa
Great property. Staff needs better training but overall a good option to stay in Crete.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Kiani Beach Resort Family
Atlantis Beach Hotel
Wonderful hotel in good location. Just a short walk to the old town for shopping, dinning, etc.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Nice location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection Hilton
Staff were so welcoming and accommodating. The facilities were so lovely and we even managed to book in to the spa (Cretan massage was just delightful) We were so sad to leave.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Royal Blue
Other neighbourhoods around Prines
Atsipopoulo
While there might not be top attractions in Atsipopoulo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rethymnon Municipal Garden and Fortezza Castle.
Violi Charaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Violi Charaki and surrounding area, you can visit Rethymnon Municipal Garden and Fortezza Castle.
Gerani
Though Gerani may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Episkopi Beach and Fortezza Castle.
Old Town
If you're spending some time in Old Town, Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle are top sights worth seeing.
New Town
If you're spending some time in New Town, Rethymnon Town Hall and Rethymnon Municipal Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Perivolia
While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.
