Ammos Beach is situated 500 metres south of Agios Nikolaos lake, stretching from the city’s marina at Nearchou Street to the Municipal Beach. It offers a stunning view of the marina and is the go-to spot for tourists, with umbrellas, sunbeds, showers, water sports, restaurants and hotels all in close proximity to the beach. The...Read More
Located close to the port of Agios Nikolaos, Limanaki beach provides an ideal spot for a quick dip in the crystal-clear waters of the town. The beach is composed of small pebbles and offers excellent views of the nearby island Agii Pantes, as well as the cliffs of Kavoussi. If you’re looking for a bit...Read More
If you are seeking an isolated beach experience, Agios Antonios in Kato Selles is the perfect destination. This area is located approximately 30 kilometers northwest of Agios Nikolaos and three kilometers north of Selles. Here, you will find several small pebbly beaches surrounded by rough rocks. Although these beaches are not suitable for swimming due...Read More
Agia Varvara beach lies just over 40km east of Heraklion, between Malia and Sissi. It takes its name from the homonym church located to its east dedicated to Santa Barbara. It is a sandy beach set in a small bay in front of a hotel, with the islet of Agia Varvara directly opposite, accessible by...Read More
Located just 1 kilometer south of Agios Nikolaos lake, Gargadoros is a beautiful suburb of the city. Here, locals flock to two nearby beaches for a refreshing dip in the sea and to sample some of the delicious restaurants and bars nearby. The first beach, situated next to the Gargadoros tavern, is pebbly and well-maintained...Read More
Sissi is a tranquil traditional coastal town located about 26 kilometers west of Agios Nikolaos and 41 kilometers east of Heraklion. Its main attraction is the beautiful harbor with its deep green, placid waters. The coastline in this area is primarily rocky, with only a few smaller beaches. The only beach in town where you...Read More
Located in the north part of the Spinalonga Peninsula, just opposite the islet Kalydon with the fort of Spinalonga, is a special place known as Armos. It is home to a number of abandoned farms and is rarely visited due to its lack of roads. The Kolokitha beach, located in the southeast base of the...Read More
Located around 500 metres north of the renowned Mirabelo Hotel in Agios Nikolaos, the tranquil beach of Havania is the perfect spot for a holiday. The beach is well-maintained and has a lifeguard station, as well as plenty of water sports options. There is a wide range of accommodation and food choices nearby. It is...Read More
Located north of Agios Nikolaos, Katsikia beach is an idyllic spot with a sandy shoreline and a few patches of stones. The area is named after the many goat pens of the past, just as Agios Nikolaos was formerly referred to as Mandraki, which translates to ‘goat pen’. To reach this beach, visitors can either...Read More
Nestled 2km north of Agios Nikolaos lies the Hotel Mirabello, overlooking two lovely sandy beaches which are known as the Mirabello Bays. The first beach is sheltered by docks and a small marina, while the second is accessible via a short artificial peninsula lined with tamarisk trees. Both beaches are fully equipped to meet the...Read More
