Guidebook for Rethymno
Food Scene
hmmm...delicious crepes, savoury and sweet. One of the oldest crepe establishment in Rethimno. They do deliver too if you prefer to stay in😉
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Eleftheríou Venizélouhmmm...delicious crepes, savoury and sweet. One of the oldest crepe establishment in Rethimno. They do deliver too if you prefer to stay in😉
Do book beforehand as it is a highly popular place. The view from the terrace is perfect for sundowners
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Achinos Rethymno
33 NearchouDo book beforehand as it is a highly popular place. The view from the terrace is perfect for sundowners
For fine dining and excellent fresh fish.
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Prima Plora Οrganic Restaurant & Wine Bar
8 AkrotiriouFor fine dining and excellent fresh fish.
First choice for down to earth traditional Cretan food and frequented by the locals. Very economical and nice portions! Very recommended!
Asteras kafeneio
First choice for down to earth traditional Cretan food and frequented by the locals. Very economical and nice portions! Very recommended!
Drinks & Nightlife
A really cool place about 3 minute walk for anytime of day, either for cocktails in the evening or coffee and breakfast in the morning. They have a great selection of coffees and fresh juice.
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Arokaria Cafe Rethymno
7 SalaminosA really cool place about 3 minute walk for anytime of day, either for cocktails in the evening or coffee and breakfast in the morning. They have a great selection of coffees and fresh juice.
Cool Rock bar with good vibes. It's situated on the main beachfront and a great place to make friends.
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Chaplin's
52 Eleytheriou VenizelouCool Rock bar with good vibes. It's situated on the main beachfront and a great place to make friends.
Sightseeing
Fortezza Castle built during the Venetian occupation is not only of historic importance and a great place to visit but also often host concerts, theatre plays as well as local traditional dancing.
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포르테차성
Fortezza Castle built during the Venetian occupation is not only of historic importance and a great place to visit but also often host concerts, theatre plays as well as local traditional dancing.
Parks & Nature
Beautiful serene place nestled inbetween the mountains about a 20 minute drive out of Rethimno. Pleasant nature walks and there is also a taverna for lunch. Great for families.
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Taverna - Drimos
Beautiful serene place nestled inbetween the mountains about a 20 minute drive out of Rethimno. Pleasant nature walks and there is also a taverna for lunch. Great for families.
Getting Around
If you're not hiring a car, this is the next best way to see the rest of Crete. The busses are comfortable with air-conditiong. Bicycle hire is also available. If you decide to stay in Rethimno, transport is not needed as Fortezza House is central to all amenities including the beach within walking distance.
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KTEL Hania - Rethimnon
Leoforos Emmanouil KefalogianniIf you're not hiring a car, this is the next best way to see the rest of Crete. The busses are comfortable with air-conditiong. Bicycle hire is also available. If you decide to stay in Rethimno, transport is not needed as Fortezza House is central to all amenities including the beach within walking distance.
Taxi Station
Arts & Culture
Archeological Museum
Αγ. ΦραγκίσκουPronounced as Halkouti collective co-op. A small local kafeneio a few steps away. Often there is live music and very popular place among the locals. Meze and drinks are served.
το Χαλικούτι - κολεκτίβα εργασίας στο Ρέθυμνο
3 ΚατεχάκηPronounced as Halkouti collective co-op. A small local kafeneio a few steps away. Often there is live music and very popular place among the locals. Meze and drinks are served.
Entertainment & Activities
A must do! And it's just a minute or so walk from Fortezza Garden Cottage. An open air cinema in a garden setting. There is a kiosk available that sell souvlaki, popcorn, drinks and other munchies or you can pack your own :)
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Asteria Open Air Cinema
Ioannou MelissinouA must do! And it's just a minute or so walk from Fortezza Garden Cottage. An open air cinema in a garden setting. There is a kiosk available that sell souvlaki, popcorn, drinks and other munchies or you can pack your own :)