Ayía Varvára
Travel Guide
Visit Ayía Varvára

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
"Rooms very nice and comfortable, breakfast excellent."
Reviewed on May 15, 2026

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive
"Staff were amazing and Bungalow was close to the Beach.Having different optiona to Dine really makes a difference and the quality of the food was Top Notch.Thank you Agapi Resort"
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Kronos Hotel
"Bien situé dans le vieux mais difficile d'y circuler et de trouver un stationnement."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026

LAVRIS City Suites
"Clean room, staff are so warm and friendly. Supermarket and coffee shop are nearby. Free parking and easy to park!"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Petousis Hotel & Suites
"Lovely spacious soundproofed, room with a small balcony and air conditioning. Shower was fab. The pool is unheated unfortunately but still refreshing. The pool area was very clean. Breakfast was excellent. Staff were all very helpful."
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

Marble Luxury Suites
"I stopped in for a night to get closer to Heraklion Ferry. So we had three priorities: parking, sleep, hot tub. Parking was fantastic, not secured or anything but it was reserved right outside the hotel super easy. Sleep: bed was nice, but only two pillows for two people. Sorry, I need another. I ..."
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Popular places to visit
Gortys
Learn about the local history of Gortyna when you spend time at Gortys. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Koudoumas Monastery
Koudoumas Monastery is just one of the places to see in Gortyna, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums.
Rouvas Gorge
Explore the great outdoors at Rouvas Gorge, a lovely green space in Gortyna. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do

Authentic Crete: Minoan Farm, Winery and Monastery

Heraklion: Douloufakis Winery, Tour and Wine Tasting

Rethymno: Bubblemaker Scuba Diving for Kids with Pickup

Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete | by Helleo
- Heraklion Port
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Palace of Knossos
- Historical Museum of Crete
- Natural History Museum of Crete
- Heraklion Town Hall
- Knossos Archaeological Site
- Agia Pelagia Beach
- Koules Fortress
- Heraklion Loggia
- Komos Beach
- Lions Square
- Morosini Fountain
- Matala Caves
- Watercity Waterpark
- Ammoudara Beach
- General University Hospital of Heraklion
- Eleftherias Square
- Agios Titos Church
- Palace of Phaistos
- Hania Gate
- Venetian Walls
- Pankritio Stadium
- Caves of Matala
- Red Beach
- Nikos Kazantzakis Museum
- Public Gardens of Iraklion
- Museum of El Greco
- Gortys



