Rethymno Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rethymno
Where to stay in Rethymno
New Town
If you're spending some time in New Town, Rethymnon Town Hall and Rethymnon Municipal Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town
If you're spending some time in Old Town, Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle are top sights worth seeing.
Platanes
Unique features of Platanes include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Platanes Beach or Blue Beach while you're exploring the area.
Adelianos Kampos
Visitors to Adelianos Kampos like its beaches and bars, and Platanes Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Perivolia
While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.
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.
Atlantis Beach Hotel
"Excellent location! Right on the beach in a short distance into old town. All the amenities needed and staff were so friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
"This was a true gem - Staff went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. It was my birthday on our check-in and we were upgraded to their best suite with an amazing view - encourages us to stay another night. Zana in guest experiences was absolutely amazing. Gorgeous pools, beach access right ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Syntopia Hotel
"The hotel is clean, had great vibe and interior design. Amenities include a small gym with good equipment and a yoga studio. Good was fantastic, great section for meat and non-meat eaters. Restaurant and bar staff very friendly and good service. Good selection of pools, just have to be up early for ..."
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Atlantis Beach Hotel
"Excellent location! Right on the beach in a short distance into old town. All the amenities needed and staff were so friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Eltina Hotel
"Good facilities and comfortable sleep. Water pressure was fantastic. Just a block away from the beach. Made for a great choice to walk along the promenade into the city without breaking the bank."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Elina Hotel Apartments
"Great location to access the beach, lots of shopping, and lots of dining and drinking establishments. Very walkable. Lucked out and got street parking a couple blocks away the first day, but had to do pay parking at the marina the second day. Reception staff Alex extremely helpful with calling the ..."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
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.
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
