Title: Things to Do in Gortyna in 2026 | Expedia.com [Gortyna Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Gortyna.dx6206205)[Hotels in Gortyna](https://expedia.com/Gortyna-Hotels.d6206205.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Gortyna](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Gortyna.d6206205.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Gortyna](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gortyna.d6206205.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gortyna Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Gortyna.d6206205.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Gortyna ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Gortyna Types of activities [Gortyna Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Gortyna.dx6206205) ![Plusieurs randonnées à faire à partir de ce village. Attention! Route horrible pour s'y rendre...mieux avec un véhicule équipé!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/f8e96506-3cb9-4224-80b3-b74c1f2b11cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Plusieurs randonnées à faire à partir de ce village. Attention! 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6206205) ## Recommended things to do in Gortyna | Number of things to do | 41 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete \| by Helleo](/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details): $18 | | Top 5 things to do | [Heraklion: Douloufakis Winery, Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/heraklion-douloufakis-winery-tour-and-wine-tasting.a48643220.activity-details)[Crete: Discover the South Shores of Crete by Kayak](/things-to-do/crete-discover-the-south-shores-of-crete-by-kayak.a44651739.activity-details)[Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details)[Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details)[Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses](/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete \| by Helleo](/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details)[Digenakis winery - Wine tasting experience](/things-to-do/digenakis-winery-wine-tasting-experience.a3139656.activity-details) | | With kids | [Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details)[Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details)[Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses](/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details)[Sea kayak and snorkeling exploration on Damnoni bay](/things-to-do/sea-kayak-and-snorkeling-exploration-on-damnoni-bay.a50697509.activity-details)[Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete \| by Helleo](/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details) | ## What to do in Gortyna --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Gortyna? [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 Gortyna #### Gortys Learn about the local history of Gortyna when you spend time at Gortys. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Gortys-Gortyna.d6105790.Vacation-Attraction) #### Museum of Messara You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Messara during your trip to Ambeloúzos. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Messara-Gortyna.d553248635928788420.Vacation-Attraction) #### Koudoumas Monastery You can find out about the history of Gortyna when you stop by Koudoumas Monastery. Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.com/Koudoumas-Monastery-Gortyna.d553248621554160455.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rouvas Gorge Explore the great outdoors at Rouvas Gorge, a lovely green space in Gortyna. Discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Rouvas-Gorge-Gortyna.d6322337.Vacation-Attraction) #### Canyon Saint Sava You can take time to visit Canyon Saint Sava during your travels to Gortyna. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.com/Canyon-Saint-Sava-Gortyna.d553248635928788886.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hermitage of Agios Efthymios Nivritos You can learn about the history of Gortyna with a visit to Hermitage of Agios Efthymios Nivritos. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.com/Hermitage-Of-Agios-Efthymios-Nivritos-Gortyna.d740136866356764672.Vacation-Attraction) #### Trypiti Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Trypiti Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Gortyna. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.com/Trypiti-Beach-Gortyna.d553248635928788873.Vacation-Attraction) #### Koudoumas Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Koudoumas Beach during your trip to Gortyna? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.com/Koudoumas-Beach-Gortyna.d553248635997385346.Vacation-Attraction) #### Elygiá Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Elygiá during your trip to Gortyna? Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.com/Elygia-Gortyna.d553248635997385963.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 Gortyna ![Heraklion which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/183850c5-8966-47fd-96cf-b80404c014a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heraklion ![Heraklion featuring chateau or palace, a marina and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053601/663c85b6-3c41-4076-9325-05cfd7626bc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Archanes-Asterousia ![Photo taken in the Cave of Zeus in Crete, Greece. #Holiday #Greece #Cave #Greek #Zeus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130247/2cee9cb4-c8ec-4d9e-a573-29ac5c1fd7b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Anogia ![One of the sunset spots on the workshop with @trover and @brendanvanson. @jelmer was nice enough to model for this shot!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/93341792-a519-4010-83e5-6ce14694afc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Malevizi ![Ruins of central square of the ancient Minoan Palace of Phaistos ( Festos ). Located at plateau Messara.Beautiful natural and architectural landscape. District of Heraklion.Crete island.Greece.Europe.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264192/473df715-f280-45fd-b346-a7ac31e12694.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Faistos ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gortyna worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Gortyna? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Gortyna? ### Is three days enough to stay in Gortyna? ### What are some activities to do in Gortyna with kids? > - [Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details) > - [Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details) > - [Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details) > - [Sea kayak and snorkeling exploration on Damnoni bay](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sea-kayak-and-snorkeling-exploration-on-damnoni-bay.a50697509.activity-details) > - [Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete | by Helleo](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details) ### What to do in Gortyna for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Gortyna? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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