Just a short drive from the city of Chania, the small beach of Macherida is situated 14km to the northeast and 1km west of the village Chorafakia, close to the area of Tersanas. It is believed that it is named after the rocky cape located in its northern end, resembling a knife (“machairi” is the...Read More
Located approximately 7 kilometers west of the city of Chania, Stalos is a popular tourist destination that boasts a stunning sandy beach, Kato Stalos, and a picturesque traditional village, Pano Stalos. The beach is well-equipped with all necessary amenities, such as parasols and beach chairs, and is awarded the Blue Flag every year. The village...Read More
Platanias is an ideal destination for those who seek a mixture of relaxation, entertainment and sightseeing. Situated just 11km west of Chania, it offers an easy access to one of the most beautiful cities in Greece, while at the same time boasting a stunning beach, amazing nightlife and plenty of opportunities for sightseeing. The long...Read More
Located just 3 kilometers west of Chania, Agii Apostoli (the Holy Apostles) boasts two stunning beaches. The first cove to the west is a sandy beach with all the amenities one could need, as well as a large parking area that is easily accessible. A small peninsula is formed on the west side of the...Read More
Nestled 2.5km west of Chania city and a few metres east of Agii Apostoli lies the Golden Beach (Greek: Hrissi Akti). Comprised of two sandy beaches separated by rocks, the western cove is the main Golden Beach, while the eastern one is Aptera beach. The west bay is the most popular and is outfitted with...Read More
Agios Onoufrios is an idyllic seaside village situated 8km north of the city of Chania and close to the village of Kounoupidiana. It is renowned for its St. Onoufrios chapel, which is situated right next to the beach and celebrates its annual festival on June 12th. The tranquil bay of Agios Onoufrios is a sandy...Read More
Vlites beach is situated in the large bay of Souda, located just 5 km away from the city of Chania. It is the longest beach in the area, extending northwards from the mouth of the Moronis River to the Souda Bay War Cemetery. This sandy beach is particularly suitable for children, as the waters are...Read More
Agia Marina is a seaside village located just 9km west of Chania city and is one of the most popular tourist resorts in the area. It is named after the local church of Agia Marina, which is celebrated on July 17. The village’s shoreline is stunning, with a succession of sandy beaches and small artificial...Read More
Just 5 kilometers west of Chania, the city-front of Kato Daratsos village and close to Makris Tihos, lies Glaros beach. This beautiful beach is bordered by Kalamaki to the west and Agii Apostoli to the east, with a thin strip of land separating the two. With its fine sand and plenty of tamarisk trees for...Read More
Marathi is situated 17km east of Chania and 5km east of Souda Bay’s Creta Naval Base, in Akrotiri’s south-eastern shore. It is a much-frequented tourist site of the Chania area, mainly visited by families and senior people in summer. The two stunning sandy beaches with shallow, still waters are specifically suited for children, as they...Read More
