Guidebook for Rethymno
Drinks & Nightlife
Metropolis is a mixture of bar earlier and a club later in the night attended both by locals and tourists. I like it because it has a warm and cozy feeling considering it is a nightclub.
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Metropolis Society Bar
15 NearchouMetropolis is a mixture of bar earlier and a club later in the night attended both by locals and tourists. I like it because it has a warm and cozy feeling considering it is a nightclub.
Ice club is more of an original nightclub with decent acoustics and vibrant nightlife.
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Ice Club
22 SalaminosIce club is more of an original nightclub with decent acoustics and vibrant nightlife.
Irish is more of a small bar, where you can relax while enjoying your Absente or between a wide variety of beers. What is special about it is everything in it, meaning it is decorated with every weird object you can think of.
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Punch Bowl Irish Bar
42 ΑραμπατζόγλουIrish is more of a small bar, where you can relax while enjoying your Absente or between a wide variety of beers. What is special about it is everything in it, meaning it is decorated with every weird object you can think of.
Mpakalogatos is what we call here in Crete "Rakadiko", it serves both food(not like a restaurant since the portions are smaller so you can enjoy a big variety of dishes in decent prices)
and raki, beer or wine. You can also enjoy hookah.
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Bakalogatos
TitouMpakalogatos is what we call here in Crete "Rakadiko", it serves both food(not like a restaurant since the portions are smaller so you can enjoy a big variety of dishes in decent prices)
and raki, beer or wine. You can also enjoy hookah.
BORA BORA, a cozy place decorated with bamboo and wood, serves fresh orange juice, coffee,tea and a toast in the morning, a cold beer or two in the hot midday or a tasty cocktail in the night. The sunset is also very romantic to watch from that beach bar.
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BORA BORA
42 Ari VelouchiotiBORA BORA, a cozy place decorated with bamboo and wood, serves fresh orange juice, coffee,tea and a toast in the morning, a cold beer or two in the hot midday or a tasty cocktail in the night. The sunset is also very romantic to watch from that beach bar.
If you feel like dancing to Electro/Techno/House music this is the place to go after 01:00...
It is also nice during the day for a coffee.
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Nafpigio
254 ArkadiouIf you feel like dancing to Electro/Techno/House music this is the place to go after 01:00...
It is also nice during the day for a coffee.
Food Scene
Mikrasiatiko is a bakery where you can have fast food or refreshments on the go like baguete, atomic pizzas, cheese pies, Cretan bread(witch you'll love), coffee, sweets,tarts and everything else you need to start your day or your trip without having to prepare anything the previous night. It is also located very close to the apartment and it can be comfortably reached on foot. Next to it are a mini market and another bakery/coffee shop that i am having trouble locating on the map while using Airbnb's search engine.
Mikrasiátiko
2 Patriarchi AthinagoraMikrasiatiko is a bakery where you can have fast food or refreshments on the go like baguete, atomic pizzas, cheese pies, Cretan bread(witch you'll love), coffee, sweets,tarts and everything else you need to start your day or your trip without having to prepare anything the previous night. It is also located very close to the apartment and it can be comfortably reached on foot. Next to it are a mini market and another bakery/coffee shop that i am having trouble locating on the map while using Airbnb's search engine.
Taverna zisis is famous for the value/price among the locals for the food it provides, the environment is fine, the food is decent, portions are generous and the prices are kind of cheap comparing to the rest of restaurants in Rethymno, in my opinion. There you can enjoy a wide variety of appetizers and main dishes. This restaurant is close to the apartment and they also provide you with parking, playground for the kids and they will pack the food if you ask so in order to take it with you and enjoy it elsewhere.
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Taverna Zisis
63 Leof. Machis KritisTaverna zisis is famous for the value/price among the locals for the food it provides, the environment is fine, the food is decent, portions are generous and the prices are kind of cheap comparing to the rest of restaurants in Rethymno, in my opinion. There you can enjoy a wide variety of appetizers and main dishes. This restaurant is close to the apartment and they also provide you with parking, playground for the kids and they will pack the food if you ask so in order to take it with you and enjoy it elsewhere.
Restaurant Alexandros is located in the east side of Rethymno
in a touristy area that i highly recommend walking around in the evening if you are in for a good long walk. I like the environment there while the food is also decent(the food is kind of "touristy" and not so much the traditional style) in my opinion. You can also enjoy a morning coffee there or some wine later at night.
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Restaurant Alexandros is located in the east side of Rethymno
in a touristy area that i highly recommend walking around in the evening if you are in for a good long walk. I like the environment there while the food is also decent(the food is kind of "touristy" and not so much the traditional style) in my opinion. You can also enjoy a morning coffee there or some wine later at night.
I just love frozen yogurt! Located in "ari velouchioti" which is alongside with the famous sandy beach and promenade of Rethymno just a few minutes from the apartment on foot, offers stunning views of the sunset and sunrise while refreshing your hot day with its cool and fresh ingredients.
YAOURTAKI - Frozen Yogurt - Ice Cream - Coffee - Smoothie
1 Ari VelouchiotiI just love frozen yogurt! Located in "ari velouchioti" which is alongside with the famous sandy beach and promenade of Rethymno just a few minutes from the apartment on foot, offers stunning views of the sunset and sunrise while refreshing your hot day with its cool and fresh ingredients.
If i had to choose between those 2 ice cream shops [ "Angeli gelato" and ( "Meli" which is located in Sofokli Venizelou 7) ] i wouldn't know what to do, so i pinned the one that is closer to my apartment. Try the one that is closer to you when you got the appetite for ice cream, or go to both, you'll love them.
Angeli Gelato
5 VosporouIf i had to choose between those 2 ice cream shops [ "Angeli gelato" and ( "Meli" which is located in Sofokli Venizelou 7) ] i wouldn't know what to do, so i pinned the one that is closer to my apartment. Try the one that is closer to you when you got the appetite for ice cream, or go to both, you'll love them.
If you want to experience traditional country food, villages are the place to go. Τhis is the only tavern in the village that i grew as a child. "Taverna Smaragdi" is it's name. It is located just few meters after you enter the village Skoyloyfia and it usually operates after the sunset(because that is when most locals will go out for food). Dishes i would recommend are: "Paidakia" , any grilled meat that is on the menu since all the meat and vegetables are either locally produced by farmers or grown by the owner of the tavern himself, Greek salad,"Ntolmadakia" "Tzatziki" grilled bread,"Vlita", "Feta" and potatoes!
Skouloufia
If you want to experience traditional country food, villages are the place to go. Τhis is the only tavern in the village that i grew as a child. "Taverna Smaragdi" is it's name. It is located just few meters after you enter the village Skoyloyfia and it usually operates after the sunset(because that is when most locals will go out for food). Dishes i would recommend are: "Paidakia" , any grilled meat that is on the menu since all the meat and vegetables are either locally produced by farmers or grown by the owner of the tavern himself, Greek salad,"Ntolmadakia" "Tzatziki" grilled bread,"Vlita", "Feta" and potatoes!
Taverna Palios is one of the few taverns that you can find in that beautiful spot filled with ancient trees, running water, tons of shade and a cool breeze during the hot summer. It's also very romantic in the winter too! :D I recommend this one because i have enjoyed the traditional food there countless times and i never felt like risking the experience trying out the rest nearby tarverns although i heard many people also praising tavern "Athivoles" which is located close by.
Παλιός Μύλος ταβέρνα
Taverna Palios is one of the few taverns that you can find in that beautiful spot filled with ancient trees, running water, tons of shade and a cool breeze during the hot summer. It's also very romantic in the winter too! :D I recommend this one because i have enjoyed the traditional food there countless times and i never felt like risking the experience trying out the rest nearby tarverns although i heard many people also praising tavern "Athivoles" which is located close by.
A more traditional option for food near the house.
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Taverna Klimataria
31 Leoforos Machis KritisA more traditional option for food near the house.
Souvlaki. You can go there on foot, it is very close to the house, otherwise you can order: 2831 051701
MINI GRILL SOFIA
162 Leoforos Emmanouil PachlaSouvlaki. You can go there on foot, it is very close to the house, otherwise you can order: 2831 051701
If you like fish and nice view combined, i recommend!
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Θαλασσογραφία - Εστιατόριο Μεζεδοπωλείο Καφέ στο Ρέθυμνο
12 ΚΕΦΑΛΟΓΙΑΝΝΗΔΩΝIf you like fish and nice view combined, i recommend!
Lux Cafe Rethymno
65-68 Eleftheríou VenizélouEnjoy day or night.
Getting Around
This is one of the major companies for renting a car,motorbike or bike in Greece, it is located close to the apartment and i think that you will be able to negotiate with them for a better price depending on the amount of days you will be willing to rent.
Autohellas (Hertz) S.A.
5 Ari VelouchiotiThis is one of the major companies for renting a car,motorbike or bike in Greece, it is located close to the apartment and i think that you will be able to negotiate with them for a better price depending on the amount of days you will be willing to rent.
Not where the pin is but to the spot that Ari Velouchioti and Afstralon Polemiston meet each other, you can find a taxi stand. Radio taxi is also available on 2831 025000 , they will come and pick you up from anywhere you are but they charge something extra for that service.
Afstralon Polemiston
Afstralon PolemistonNot where the pin is but to the spot that Ari Velouchioti and Afstralon Polemiston meet each other, you can find a taxi stand. Radio taxi is also available on 2831 025000 , they will come and pick you up from anywhere you are but they charge something extra for that service.
Rethymno Rent a Car
45 Ari VelouchiotiA rental store close by...
Chatziapostolou BP
31 Patriarchi AthinagoraThe closest gas station.
Essentials
-[ ATM (Automated teller machine) ].
-Bus stop.
-Super market.
AB Basilopoulos is one of the best super markets that you can go while in Rethymno. It is located just a few steps from the apartment and there you can also find an ATM machine of the national bank of Greece. Just in front of the super market there is also a bus stop which is the nearest one to the apartment.
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ΑΒ Βασιλόπουλος
110 Leof. Emmanouil Pachla-[ ATM (Automated teller machine) ].
-Bus stop.
-Super market.
AB Basilopoulos is one of the best super markets that you can go while in Rethymno. It is located just a few steps from the apartment and there you can also find an ATM machine of the national bank of Greece. Just in front of the super market there is also a bus stop which is the nearest one to the apartment.
PANAGATOU FILOTHEI - PHARMACY - RETHYMNO
86 Leoforos Emmanouil PachlaThis is a pharmacy close to the apartment.
Hospital / First aid / Emergencies of Rethymno.
Phone Number: 2831 087000
Site: http://www.rethymnohospital.gr/
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EMERGENCIES G.N.RETHYMNOU
KoumoundourouHospital / First aid / Emergencies of Rethymno.
Phone Number: 2831 087000
Site: http://www.rethymnohospital.gr/
Police station.
Phone: 2831 088155
Site: http://www.astynomia.gr/newsite.php?&lang=
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Police Station
26 Πλ. Ηρ. ΠολυτεχνείουPolice station.
Phone: 2831 088155
Site: http://www.astynomia.gr/newsite.php?&lang=
REX (Πελαντάκης Γεώργιος Α.)
28 Emmanouil PortaliouDon't want to waste time to laundry? They got you covered! :D
Entertainment & Activities
Kinesis is a small but nice gym close to the apartment. It has view of the ocean, the equipment is decent and there are a lot of programs to choose from. It's far less crowded in the mornings and very busy in the afternoons.
kinesis gym
32 Ari VelouchiotiKinesis is a small but nice gym close to the apartment. It has view of the ocean, the equipment is decent and there are a lot of programs to choose from. It's far less crowded in the mornings and very busy in the afternoons.
Discovery Quad-Buggy-Jeep Safari
15 Sofokli VenizelouDiscovery safari! https://discovery-safari.gr
Cineland Pantelis
5 Emmanouil PortaliouThe Cinema i like to go.
Parks & Nature
Giardino Municipale
Igoumenou GavriilRethymno's Municipal Garden.
Spiaggia di Triopetra
Επαρ.Οδ. Δρυμίσκου-ΑσώματωνIn my top 5 beaches to go in Rethymno.
In my top 5 beaches to go in Rethymno, with pulp trees and a river merging and also a dense vegetation gorge to go up if you are into walking! Mind that you need to walk on foot some distance to get to the beach.
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Spiaggia di Preveli
In my top 5 beaches to go in Rethymno, with pulp trees and a river merging and also a dense vegetation gorge to go up if you are into walking! Mind that you need to walk on foot some distance to get to the beach.
Damnoni and Ammoudi are 2 close to each other beaches that are in my top ten beaches in Rethymno.
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Spiaggia di Damoni
Damnoni and Ammoudi are 2 close to each other beaches that are in my top ten beaches in Rethymno.
In my top 10 beaches of Rethymno if you don't want to go far away into the southern beaches, next to Georgioupolis(a big village of Rethymno which i recommend visiting also), you will find anything you need there! ;)
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Kalyvaki beach
In my top 10 beaches of Rethymno if you don't want to go far away into the southern beaches, next to Georgioupolis(a big village of Rethymno which i recommend visiting also), you will find anything you need there! ;)
Adventure! My favorite secret spot for free unorganized camping!!! Just do it, you will find peace. Car access is kind of weird so be careful, go find a spot under the trees and set your tent! There is also a mini tavern there to enjoy raki and relax during the afternoon but do not rely your food or water supply to that! Bring your own supplies of everything you will need!!!
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Peristeres beach
Adventure! My favorite secret spot for free unorganized camping!!! Just do it, you will find peace. Car access is kind of weird so be careful, go find a spot under the trees and set your tent! There is also a mini tavern there to enjoy raki and relax during the afternoon but do not rely your food or water supply to that! Bring your own supplies of everything you will need!!!
One of the best, if not the best spot to go at Rethymnos beach! With wooden beds and huge pillows on the sand they serve salads and drinks. It's also very close to the apartment!
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KAI Seaside Flavours
32 Ari VelouchiotiOne of the best, if not the best spot to go at Rethymnos beach! With wooden beds and huge pillows on the sand they serve salads and drinks. It's also very close to the apartment!
Sightseeing
Fortezza is the Castle of Rethymno and it is open to the public!
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Castello di Fortezza
Fortezza is the Castle of Rethymno and it is open to the public!
Loutro is a village with no road access!!!! Isolated with connection only through boat you can access from Hora Sfakion. Ideal for staying there 2-3 nights. It's awesome! Ask me for more info ;)
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Loutro
Loutro is a village with no road access!!!! Isolated with connection only through boat you can access from Hora Sfakion. Ideal for staying there 2-3 nights. It's awesome! Ask me for more info ;)
A must see! This lakes deep is still unknown, and there is no river feeding it! The place is nice you can rent a sea bike and explore the place, then its full of good taverns and souvenir shops etc.
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Lago di Kournas
A must see! This lakes deep is still unknown, and there is no river feeding it! The place is nice you can rent a sea bike and explore the place, then its full of good taverns and souvenir shops etc.