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Rethymnon Holidays

A cultural haven in Crete

Rethymnon, an exceedingly well-preserved Venetian harbour town on Crete’s northern coast, is so rich in history and culture that you could spend months exploring it. The island’s third-largest city is home to a dazzling mix of Ottoman-era mosques, a behemoth fortress and cobblestone streets lined with Venetian buildings. Some of Crete’s most interesting museums – dedicated to everything from contemporary art to archaeological finds – can be explored on your Rethymnon holidays.

Sandwiched between mountains that are peppered with caves and a sandy beach that’s right at the entrance to the city, there’s plenty for nature lovers and beach fans to do on holidays to Rethymnon, too. There are also fabulous Greek restaurants serving traditional food, and local bars where Cretan music spills out into the streets at night. A city of many charms, Rethymnon is an easy place to fall in love with.

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Your Rethymnon questions, answered

Rethymnon is a year-round destination. The fantastic summer weather attracts plenty of holidaymakers, but there’s also an annual three-week-long carnival, between January and March, that is quite the decadent street-party experience.
Rethymnon is a lively city with activities that will suit families and couples alike. Art and culture lovers, nature buffs, beach enthusiasts and foodies will all find something here to enjoy.
Rethymnon has some of the best food in Crete and people do come here specifically to eat, so it’s worth making reservations at the most popular restaurants during the summer season.