Delight in the waterfront landscape of Rethymno
The area's monuments and history are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Rethymno. Travellers to this scenic city praise the zoo, cheese shops and cocktail bars. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Rethymno
Are you searching for attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Rethymno has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Horse Park Rethymno (2.5 mi / 4 km)
- Reptisland (14.6 mi / 23.4 km)
- Dourakis Winery (15.6 mi / 25.2 km)
- Art of Living Glass Factory (15.5 mi / 24.9 km)
- Volos Shelter (23.9 mi / 38.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Rethymno
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Rethymno is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Rethymnon Municipal Garden (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
- Town Beach (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Platanes Beach (3.3 mi / 5.2 km)
- Episkopi Beach (7.9 mi / 12.7 km)
- Spilies Beach (9.4 mi / 15.2 km)
- Argiroupoli Springs (10 mi / 16.1 km)
Transport options to and around Rethymno
The nearest airport is in Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis), located 22.5 mi (36.3 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis), which is 39.2 mi (63.1 km) away.