Title: Things to Do in Plaka in 2026 | Expedia.com [Hotels in Plaka](https://expedia.com/Plaka-Hotels.d553248635075043001.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Plaka](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Plaka.d553248635075043001.Car-Rental-Guide)[Plaka Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Plaka.d553248635075043001.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Plaka ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Plaka Types of activities [Plaka Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Plaka.dx553248635075043001) ![Plaka beach, Pelion, Greece. Pelio is one of the Greek wildest area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635075043001/112ec26b-7f47-4e33-84bd-6336853b4d2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ### Most popular activities in Plaka ### Tours & day trips [See all 37 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3971532/20f6d549-2d46-47e4-be33-4dd5bdfed891.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar 6h 30m 9.8/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rethymno-sailing-catamaran-cruise-with-meal-drinks.a3971532.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2643925/eecde536-0807-4b9e-9fc1-5baa8648a28d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up! 4h 9.6/10 59 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/boat-trip-in-crete-with-guided-snorkeling-and-free-pick-up.a2643925.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48288287/c036bc0c-98dd-487f-a18d-bcc7d07750f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village 1h 30m 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tasting-of-6-cretan-wines-in-fres-village.a48288287.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Food Tasting Tour of Chania Villages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45982237/9130c067-ecf0-40bf-abbc-96a82c9d54cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Food Tasting Tour of Chania Villages 6h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/food-tasting-tour-of-chania-villages.a45982237.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Chania/Souda: Crete's Pink Wonder](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46415212/323fa126-058e-447c-92dc-6368e94d7336.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Chania/Souda: Crete's Pink Wonder 6h 30m 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $574 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/elafonisi-beach-shore-trip-from-chania-souda-cretes-pink-wonder.a46415212.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Private Knossos and Heraklion History and Culture City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49807969/2ead2a74-32ec-43eb-b2fd-d7af4e2bdd64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Knossos and Heraklion History and Culture City Tour 8h Free cancellation available $368 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-knossos-and-heraklion-history-and-culture-city-tour.a49807969.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Chania Area: Cooking Class at a Farm in Stylos Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48921021/6fc46e8a-45df-4e23-a3a8-80d8be5d310d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania Area: Cooking Class at a Farm in Stylos Village 5h 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chania-area-cooking-class-at-a-farm-in-stylos-village.a48921021.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Marathi: Private Boat Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48199133/11b50fcb-498b-4731-a097-b220b124be72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Marathi: Private Boat Rental 4h 30m+ 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $161 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/marathi-private-boat-rental.a48199133.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&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 $253 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=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&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 $311 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=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3971532/20f6d549-2d46-47e4-be33-4dd5bdfed891.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar 6h 30m 9.8/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rethymno-sailing-catamaran-cruise-with-meal-drinks.a3971532.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Private Knossos and Heraklion History and Culture City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49807969/2ead2a74-32ec-43eb-b2fd-d7af4e2bdd64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Knossos and Heraklion History and Culture City Tour 8h Free cancellation available $368 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-knossos-and-heraklion-history-and-culture-city-tour.a49807969.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Landrover Safari Explore Shephard's Hut and Cheese Making](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/579680/6ec40034-f715-4307-947b-b0c3705cac08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Landrover Safari Explore Shephard's Hut and Cheese Making 7h Free cancellation available $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/landrover-safari-explore-shephards-hut-and-cheese-making.a579680.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Georgioupolis: Rent a Boat Safari Sea Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45222332/8f30385f-3f63-42b8-bafe-5f10fc4adfda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Georgioupolis: Rent a Boat Safari Sea Tour 3h 9.4/10 10 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $173 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/georgioupolis-rent-a-boat-safari-sea-tour.a45222332.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Beach Day - Seitan Limania and Marathi beach.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45971748/e8af9f5f-9a67-467b-ab7c-999058b79b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beach Day - Seitan Limania and Marathi beach. 5h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $460 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/beach-day-seitan-limania-and-marathi-beach.a45971748.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46012802/1fd18646-bfaa-4e55-a0aa-da357207a467.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. 5h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $921 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-chania-town-venetian-harbor-and-ancient-aptera.a46012802.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![In Crete Discover the miracle of Olive Oil and Organic Fruits](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46544584/e0a30989-b7e1-481e-8d24-dbe06da14de0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### In Crete Discover the miracle of Olive Oil and Organic Fruits 7h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $368 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/in-crete-discover-the-miracle-of-olive-oil-and-organic-fruits.a46544584.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Georgioupolis Quad ATV Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5203793/082c0603-074d-4267-b367-2c2f1273076f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Georgioupolis Quad ATV Safari 4h 9.8/10 161 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-georgioupolis-half-day-quad-atv-safari.a5203793.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Chania: Sunset Fishing Trip with Local Captain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52001428/d663b514-0d8f-4e01-83e0-3378e9f9f094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania: Sunset Fishing Trip with Local Captain 3h Free cancellation available $98 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chania-sunset-fishing-trip-with-local-captain.a52001428.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Apokoronas Hidden Roads Van Tour: Villages, Views & Cheese Making](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51495974/b464ab8e-6df3-49e8-b0bf-7126dedfa25b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Apokoronas Hidden Roads Van Tour: Villages, Views & Cheese Making 7h Free cancellation available $85 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/apokoronas-hidden-roads-van-tour-villages-view-and-cheese-making.a51495974.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Chania Area: Cooking Class at a Farm in Stylos Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48921021/6fc46e8a-45df-4e23-a3a8-80d8be5d310d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania Area: Cooking Class at a Farm in Stylos Village 5h 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chania-area-cooking-class-at-a-farm-in-stylos-village.a48921021.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Handmade soap workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51727158/8c0c017a-014b-49ce-9633-9b0a2f7b5613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Handmade soap workshop 1h 30m Free cancellation available $17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/handmade-soap-workshop.a51727158.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ![Chania Sourdough Bread Class - Olive Oil Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47258669/0f568fb2-e993-4831-90b1-138ae3cd349c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania Sourdough Bread Class - Olive Oil Tasting 4h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chania-sourdough-bread-baking-class-olive-oil-tasting.a47258669.activity-details?&rid=553248635075043001&location=Plaka&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Plaka | Number of things to do | 46 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Handmade soap workshop](/things-to-do/handmade-soap-workshop.a51727158.activity-details): $18 | | Top 5 things to do | [Georgioupolis: Preveli Palm Beach Day Trip by Bus and Boat](/things-to-do/georgioupolis-preveli-palm-beach-day-trip-by-bus-and-boat.a46080811.activity-details)[Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar](/things-to-do/rethymno-sailing-catamaran-cruise-with-meal-drinks.a3971532.activity-details)[Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village](/things-to-do/private-tasting-of-6-cretan-wines-in-fres-village.a48288287.activity-details)[Chania Guided Snorkeling and Boat Excursion](/things-to-do/chania-guided-snorkeling-and-boat-excursion.a48555765.activity-details)[Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!](/things-to-do/boat-trip-in-crete-with-guided-snorkeling-and-free-pick-up.a2643925.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Handmade soap workshop](/things-to-do/handmade-soap-workshop.a51727158.activity-details) | | With kids | [Georgioupolis: Preveli Palm Beach Day Trip by Bus and Boat](/things-to-do/georgioupolis-preveli-palm-beach-day-trip-by-bus-and-boat.a46080811.activity-details)[Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar](/things-to-do/rethymno-sailing-catamaran-cruise-with-meal-drinks.a3971532.activity-details)[Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!](/things-to-do/boat-trip-in-crete-with-guided-snorkeling-and-free-pick-up.a2643925.activity-details)[Food Tasting Tour of Chania Villages](/things-to-do/food-tasting-tour-of-chania-villages.a45982237.activity-details)[Chania Area: Cooking Class at a Farm in Stylos Village](/things-to-do/chania-area-cooking-class-at-a-farm-in-stylos-village.a48921021.activity-details) | ## What to do in Plaka --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Plaka? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Plaka ![Lake Kournas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/5da17369-1285-40ea-80fd-b7774d9864c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Kournas Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Kournas during your travels in Georgioupolis. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Kournas-Apokoronas.d6123337.Vacation-Attraction) #### Almyrida Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Almyrida Beach during your trip to Almyrida? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Almyrida-Beach-Apokoronas.d684656078229999616.Vacation-Attraction) #### Samonas Olive Tree You can find out about the history of Apokoronas when you stop by Samonas Olive Tree. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Samonas-Olive-Tree-Apokoronas.d553248634289872627.Vacation-Attraction) #### Koutalas Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Koutalas Beach during your trip to Apokoronas? Wander the sandy beaches or discover the countryside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Koutalas-Beach-Apokoronas.d553248635976800868.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dourakis Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Dourakis Winery during your travels to Apokoronas. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Dourakis-Winery-Apokoronas.d553248621532502086.Vacation-Attraction) #### Art of Living Glass Factory Enjoy an outing to Art of Living Glass Factory during your stay in Kókkinon Khoríon. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Art-Of-Living-Glass-Factory-Apokoronas.d553248621562251165.Vacation-Attraction) #### Blue Coast Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blue Coast during your trip to Apokoronas? Wander the sandy beaches or discover the countryside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Blue-Coast-Apokoronas.d553248635997386030.Vacation-Attraction) #### Samonas Cave Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Samonas Cave during your travels in Samonas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Samonas-Cave-Apokoronas.d553248634289864360.Vacation-Attraction) #### Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori in Agios Pavlos. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Historical-Folklore-Museum-Of-Gavalochori-Apokoronas.d6278290.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 Plaka ![Apokoronas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/2c57f230-a6df-49d9-ba0b-a367521b7a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Apokoronas ![Greek summer holidays - beautiful Kalyves village with turquoise sea. Crete island, Greece travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6306342/b969d5ef-c761-46aa-bc5c-26feccbaf6be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Almyrida ![Kókkinon Khoríon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000030885/7ffd199c-cf5a-4410-a6d7-0298f67aae13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kókkinon Khoríon ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Plaka worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Plaka? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Plaka? ### Is three days enough to stay in Plaka? ### Is Plaka a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Plaka with kids? > - [Georgioupolis: Preveli Palm Beach Day Trip by Bus and Boat](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/georgioupolis-preveli-palm-beach-day-trip-by-bus-and-boat.a46080811.activity-details) > - [Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rethymno-sailing-catamaran-cruise-with-meal-drinks.a3971532.activity-details) > - [Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/boat-trip-in-crete-with-guided-snorkeling-and-free-pick-up.a2643925.activity-details) > - [Food Tasting Tour of Chania Villages](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/food-tasting-tour-of-chania-villages.a45982237.activity-details) > - [Chania Area: Cooking Class at a Farm in Stylos Village](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chania-area-cooking-class-at-a-farm-in-stylos-village.a48921021.activity-details) ### What to do in Plaka for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Plaka?