Title: Things to Do in Ierapetra in 2026 | Expedia.com [Ierapetra Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Ierapetra.dx182094)[Hotels in Ierapetra](https://expedia.com/Ierapetra-Hotels.d182094.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ierapetra](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Ierapetra.d182094.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Ierapetra](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ierapetra.d182094.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ierapetra Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Ierapetra.d182094.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Ierapetra ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ierapetra Types of activities [Ierapetra Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Ierapetra.dx182094) ![Ierapetra, the most southern town of Europe, Crete, Greece; Shutterstock ID 120224407](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182094/73ec1056-2b5e-45cf-b3d9-bd1d6b016a6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rumour says he only stayed the one night in the 1790s. Not too surprising!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320084/1215b8c8-227a-4f80-ad80-fb58ca3b0ddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great hidden sandy beach on kefalonia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131906/f7af9d31-9f79-4e5b-b2e1-287819aef9d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset in Mochlos,Crete.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000739361/8cb7f9be-04f5-4de0-85b7-78d3cc15de84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Did you know that the island of #Crete in #Greece is home to some of the most spectacular #gorge #hikes in all of #Europe? During our two weeks in Crete this past July, we hiked several of them, and the contours of this one were my favorite, so naturally I had to get upside down for a yoga pose. ;-) Crete is one of our favorite places in the world because this is where we got engaged and is where we will return this September to get married! You can read more on Crete and Chania in my blog post here: https://contoursofatravelersmap.com/2017/07/14/crete-island-greece/ #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182094/cde6252a-0cb5-4056-8211-73970864ca9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Ierapetra Attractions It's hardly surprising that so many people visit Ierapetra every year. This appealing city is overflowing with amazing things to do. Whether you're into seeing the sights or trying out more exhilarating experiences, you won't have a dull moment here. Learn what makes Ierapetra tick with some of the most popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=182094&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Ierapetra ### Tours & day trips [See all 53 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1209004/b4601cae-2bfb-4185-951c-9403955553dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island 9h 9.2/10 160 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-agios-nikolaos-and-spinalonga-island.a1209004.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Crete: Zeus Cave, Lassithi Plateau, and Olive Factory Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4592234/32d33dfb-c505-4bed-9779-bc98a38aa5f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete: Zeus Cave, Lassithi Plateau, and Olive Factory Tour 7h 9.6/10 94 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $112 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/zeus-cave-and-lassithi-plateau-day-tour.a4592234.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Heraklion: Sunrise Balloon Flight & Sunset Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48207347/bbc40d1c-7f64-4308-9c46-998de092bd65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Heraklion: Sunrise Balloon Flight & Sunset Catamaran Cruise 8h+ 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $372 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/heraklion-sunrise-balloon-flight-sunset-catamaran-cruise.a48207347.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![2-hour Private Sunset Tour with Skipper in Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5170085/c4d245a6-a3b6-4691-83ce-9181dc449900.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2-hour Private Sunset Tour with Skipper in Agios Nikolaos 2h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $252 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/2-hour-private-sunset-tour-with-skipper-in-agios-nikolaos.a5170085.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1035422/8ac7a7db-8c75-4474-83f4-5da3e21e5786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE 8h 9.8/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $155 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-spinalonga-ag-nikolaos-olive-oil-factory-incl-boat.a1035422.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Olive Oil Experience: Cooking class & Olive Oil Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51719589/71cb73ba-3713-4e76-b703-4ca00f6c7e2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Olive Oil Experience: Cooking class & Olive Oil Tasting 2h 30m Free cancellation available $92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/olive-oil-experience-cooking-class-olive-oil-tasting.a51719589.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos, Spinalonga, Elounda & Plaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/769597/b12efa9d-0c4f-4ada-8549-96060466c4e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos, Spinalonga, Elounda & Plaka 9h Free cancellation available $516 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-agios-nikolaos-spinalonga-elounda-plaka.a769597.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![4-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5144444/10a88840-560d-4507-b48d-e418e1cf8292.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $309 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/4-hour-private-boat-rental-without-skipper-at-agios-nikolaos.a5144444.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Elounda: The Minoan Route – Zeus Cave & Lasithi Secrets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47798070/0d57e392-6d5f-4913-a57b-8f8ce7f7d069.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Elounda: The Minoan Route – Zeus Cave & Lasithi Secrets 8h 6/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $550 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-elounda-cretan-lasithi-plateau-zeus-cave-oldest-tree.a47798070.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Mirabello Luxuries with Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47761201/0163332b-b986-4cc2-9ac6-87c207d2861b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirabello Luxuries with Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos 8h Free cancellation available $813 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mirabello-luxuries-with-spinalonga-agios-nikolaos.a47761201.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Crete: Zeus Cave, Lassithi Plateau, and Olive Factory Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4592234/32d33dfb-c505-4bed-9779-bc98a38aa5f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete: Zeus Cave, Lassithi Plateau, and Olive Factory Tour 7h 9.6/10 94 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $112 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/zeus-cave-and-lassithi-plateau-day-tour.a4592234.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Elounda: The Minoan Route – Zeus Cave & Lasithi Secrets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47798070/0d57e392-6d5f-4913-a57b-8f8ce7f7d069.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Elounda: The Minoan Route – Zeus Cave & Lasithi Secrets 8h 6/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $550 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-elounda-cretan-lasithi-plateau-zeus-cave-oldest-tree.a47798070.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Crete: Lasithi Plateau Guided Hiking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51628193/45e32d86-7f4e-4519-b945-4a3a7032304d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete: Lasithi Plateau Guided Hiking Tour 6h Free cancellation available $68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/crete-lasithi-plateau-sunrise-guided-hiking-tour.a51628193.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Agios Nikolaos: Thripti Mountain Villages Jeep Tour w/Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45682470/1f87cd7e-0dc5-462e-8ffd-bc6e9b46202e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Agios Nikolaos: Thripti Mountain Villages Jeep Tour w/Lunch 8h 9.4/10 11 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/agios-nikolaos-thripti-mountain-villages-jeep-tour-w-lunch.a45682470.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Agios Nikolaos: Motorboat or Speedboat Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52210326/50dd5c09-9fa1-4bf5-a440-5f8106044569.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Agios Nikolaos: Motorboat or Speedboat Rental 4h Free cancellation available $309 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/agios-nikolaos-motorboat-or-speedboat-rental.a52210326.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![East Crete: Sarakina Gorge SUV Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5082350/668ddb6b-f351-491d-b01b-790e48ab3982.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### East Crete: Sarakina Gorge SUV Tour 6h Free cancellation available $292 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/east-crete-katharo-plateau-and-sarakina-gorge-suv-tour.a5082350.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Crete Yacht Cruises 7 Hours Private Guided Cruise in Ag. Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51628610/b9fe11f3-2106-484c-a86a-1bb395c140c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete Yacht Cruises 7 Hours Private Guided Cruise in Ag. Nikolaos 7h Free cancellation available $2,177 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/crete-yacht-cruises-7-hours-private-guided-cruise-in-ag-nikolaos.a51628610.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Private Motor Boat Cruise, Snorkelling,Swimming,Fishing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48359690/3b1e0ea0-397f-4a0f-863a-2eb377ac45c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Motor Boat Cruise, Snorkelling,Swimming,Fishing 6h Free cancellation available $1,489 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-motor-boat-cruise-snorkelling-swimming-fishing.a48359690.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Crete: Milatos Cave Amazonas Zoo Park Jeep Safari Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48307219/b9da4e91-764b-4027-a112-390ad1751294.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete: Milatos Cave Amazonas Zoo Park Jeep Safari Tour 8h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/malia-east-crete-the-magical-places.a48307219.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Private VIP Yacht 34" Excursion - Explore/Swim/Snorkel - Full day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5273846/f89b89f5-7ad1-4a0a-ab02-0c98d9177d81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private VIP Yacht 34" Excursion - Explore/Swim/Snorkel - Full day 7h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $1,810 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/motoryacht-fun-day-vip-private-excursion-explore-swim-food.a5273846.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ### Holiday & seasonal tours [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&filter.categories=HolidaySeasonalTours) ![Heraklion: Sunrise Balloon Flight & Sunset Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48207347/bbc40d1c-7f64-4308-9c46-998de092bd65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Heraklion: Sunrise Balloon Flight & Sunset Catamaran Cruise 8h+ 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $372 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/heraklion-sunrise-balloon-flight-sunset-catamaran-cruise.a48207347.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Between the Myths & Locals: Zeus Cave & Lassithi Plateau](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47919137/f278102b-c841-46fa-8118-0c234c048e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Between the Myths & Locals: Zeus Cave & Lassithi Plateau 8h Free cancellation available $940 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-elounda-zeus-cave-mountainous-east-crete-day-tour.a47919137.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Agios Nikolaos: Motorboat or Speedboat Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52210326/50dd5c09-9fa1-4bf5-a440-5f8106044569.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Agios Nikolaos: Motorboat or Speedboat Rental 4h Free cancellation available $309 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/agios-nikolaos-motorboat-or-speedboat-rental.a52210326.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Agios Nikolaos: Private Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Drinks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47867521/534941d5-18d7-4861-aab6-987172b7795e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Agios Nikolaos: Private Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Drinks 5h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $2,062 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/elounda-private-catamaran-trip-with-food-and-drinks.a47867521.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Vai Palm Beach Full Day Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51882102/8c9f1d49-3e3f-4cec-a915-909209388073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Vai Palm Beach Full Day Private Tour 12h Free cancellation available $917 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vai-palm-beach-full-day-private-tour.a51882102.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Chrisi Island Afternoon Boat Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52108802/bf0c8445-9fc8-4a2b-8f42-db0627d2ac45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chrisi Island Afternoon Boat Trip 4h Free cancellation available $516 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chrisi-island-afternoon-boat-trip.a52108802.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Crete: Spinalonga Boat Tour with BBQ & Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51675879/d7865a24-ab4e-490d-a7aa-a8f760e78302.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete: Spinalonga Boat Tour with BBQ & Agios Nikolaos 11h Free cancellation available $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/crete-spinalonga-boat-tour-with-bbq-agios-nikolaos.a51675879.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Olive Oil Experience: Cooking class & Olive Oil Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51719589/71cb73ba-3713-4e76-b703-4ca00f6c7e2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Olive Oil Experience: Cooking class & Olive Oil Tasting 2h 30m Free cancellation available $92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/olive-oil-experience-cooking-class-olive-oil-tasting.a51719589.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Between the Myths & Locals: Zeus Cave & Lassithi Plateau](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47919137/f278102b-c841-46fa-8118-0c234c048e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Between the Myths & Locals: Zeus Cave & Lassithi Plateau 8h Free cancellation available $940 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-elounda-zeus-cave-mountainous-east-crete-day-tour.a47919137.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Agios Nikolaos: Spinalonga and Kolokitha Island Sailing Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51934422/4e881e2f-8902-4d83-8fa1-1b23e58b43f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Agios Nikolaos: Spinalonga and Kolokitha Island Sailing Trip 4h 30m Free cancellation available $974 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/agios-nikolaos-spinalonga-and-kolokitha-island-sailing-trip.a51934422.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ![Crete: Raku Pottery Experience with Master Potter in Myrsini](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49089147/25f94261-eec5-4c71-9296-8addde68221b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete: Raku Pottery Experience with Master Potter in Myrsini 2h 30m 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/crete-raku-pottery-experience-with-master-potter-in-myrsini.a49089147.activity-details?&rid=182094&location=Ierapetra&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Ierapetra | Number of things to do | 45 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Best of Aegina: An Audio Tour of Greece’s First Capital](/things-to-do/best-of-aegina-an-audio-tour-of-greeces-first-capital.a51830448.activity-details): $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-agios-nikolaos-and-spinalonga-island.a1209004.activity-details)[Lassithi Plateau & Knossos Palace! Tour from Heraklion](/things-to-do/lassithi-plateau-the-birthplace-of-zeus-tour-from-heraklion.a3441328.activity-details)[Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus for Cruises Heraklion Port](/things-to-do/knossos-lasithi-plateau-cave-of-zeus-for-cruises-heraklion-port.a48660962.activity-details)[Crete: Spinalonga Boat Tour with BBQ & Agios Nikolaos](/things-to-do/crete-spinalonga-boat-tour-with-bbq-agios-nikolaos.a51675879.activity-details)[Chrissi: Afternoon Catamaran trip - Dinner, Drinks & Sunset](/things-to-do/chrissi-afternoon-catamaran-trip-dinner-drinks-sunset.a51561659.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Agios Nikolaos Full-Day Trip](/things-to-do/agios-nikolaos-full-day-trip.a52136862.activity-details)[Best of Aegina: An Audio Tour of Greece’s First Capital](/things-to-do/best-of-aegina-an-audio-tour-of-greeces-first-capital.a51830448.activity-details) | | With kids | [Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-agios-nikolaos-and-spinalonga-island.a1209004.activity-details)[Lassithi Plateau & Knossos Palace! Tour from Heraklion](/things-to-do/lassithi-plateau-the-birthplace-of-zeus-tour-from-heraklion.a3441328.activity-details)[Crete: Spinalonga Boat Tour with BBQ & Agios Nikolaos](/things-to-do/crete-spinalonga-boat-tour-with-bbq-agios-nikolaos.a51675879.activity-details)[Chrissi: Afternoon Catamaran trip - Dinner, Drinks & Sunset](/things-to-do/chrissi-afternoon-catamaran-trip-dinner-drinks-sunset.a51561659.activity-details)[Mountains of Crete 4x4 Tour with Taverna Lunch](/things-to-do/mountains-of-crete-4x4-tour-with-taverna-lunch.a46988200.activity-details) | ## What to do in Ierapetra - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Ierapetra Leave your wallet in the hotel room. It's a cinch to amuse yourself in Ierapetra without surrendering a cent. **Ierapetra Venetian Fort** \- Amble through this historic attraction and discover a few secrets from days gone by. **Koutsounari Long Beach** \- Keep your eyes peeled for delicate shells and other treasures scattered along the shoreline here. ### Things to Do in Ierapetra with Kids Ierapetra boasts plenty of nearby fun experiences for you and your kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=182094&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the crew happy for days. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Ierapetra? 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[](https://expedia.com/Ierapetra-Venetian-Fort-Crete.d6062103.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gournia Archaeological Site 4/5(2 reviews) Find out about the history of Ierapetra when you take a trip to Gournia Archaeological Site. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Gournia-Archaeological-Site-Ierapetra.d6062079.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tholos Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tholos Beach during your trip to Ierapetra? Discover the mountain views and temples in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Tholos-Beach-Ierapetra.d553248635997384804.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ierapetra Archaeological Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Ierapetra Archaeological Museum during your travels in Old Quarter. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Ierapetra-Archaeological-Museum-Ierapetra.d6322283.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sasteria Observatory Enjoy an outing to Sasteria Observatory during your stay in Ierapetra. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Sasteria-Observatory-Ierapetra.d6321723.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kales Fortress Kales Fortress is just one of the places to see in Old Quarter, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Kales-Fortress-Crete.d553248621533101439.Vacation-Attraction) #### Belegrina Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Belegrina during your trip to Ierapetra? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the temples in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Belegrina-Crete.d553248635997385357.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Ierapetra ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1728/f0755e04-e64b-4ec5-901a-4ba397a81e54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sitia ![Evening panorama from top of Agios Nikolaos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5193/16f04143-e5c7-460a-955f-6588234b92a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Agios Nikolaos ![Lerapetra Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051552/0b9c34e7-c7df-4755-943b-41ca8b0ee697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Makry Gialos ![Best beaches of Greece - Myrtos in Kefalonia island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131906/d654208c-7a1e-40d3-8f01-dc8bc044c78b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mirtos ![Libyan sea and road with bends at the sunset seen from Great Sea View, Viannos, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222380/b1c2aa7a-8787-4b8f-8459-7dd9bed2f650.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Viannos ![Lot of mills](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000471884/a1bae5ef-1ef3-4b7f-965f-5623a70ee55d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lasithi Plateau ![Rumour says he only stayed the one night in the 1790s. Not too surprising!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320084/1215b8c8-227a-4f80-ad80-fb58ca3b0ddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Old Quarter ![Beautiful laid back village. Beech about3 KLM’s away.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000406382/55968c8f-4962-46b8-9069-ab45e18e20cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kavousi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ierapetra worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Ierapetra? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Ierapetra? ### Is three days enough to stay in Ierapetra? ### What are some activities to do in Ierapetra with kids? > - [Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-agios-nikolaos-and-spinalonga-island.a1209004.activity-details) > - [Lassithi Plateau & Knossos Palace! 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