Chilled

Café Veneto
Enjoy a drink with the best view in town on Café Veneto's large open-air terrace, which overlooks the old Venetian fort and twinkling harbour lights.

Address: 9 Epimenidou Street | Telephone: 28102 27645 |

Take Five
Chill at this pavement café and bar situated beside El Greco park. It isn't cheap, but the price of a drink includes tiny mezze consisting of salad, potato and tagliatelle.

Address: 7 Arkoleontos |

Clubbing

La Brasserie
Party into the night with jazz, rock, Cuban and alternative music at La Brasserie, set in the heart of Heraklion's young, lively night scene. Look out for live music and salsa dancing events at weekends.

Address: 15 Korai Street | Telephone: 2810 281 819 |

Blow Up Bar
This hip, late-night bar plays rock, indie and alternative sounds, with weekly live events. It's popular with all ages, from students to ageing rockers.

Address: 15 Psaromiligkon |