Villas in Agios Nikolaos
Set on the north east coast of the island beside the waters of the Mirabello Gulf, the cosmopolitan resort of Agios Nikolaos enjoys a wonderful variety of attractions. These include a beautiful lake with an open air theatre, as well as a wide selection of shops, tavernas, restaurants and museums, and a fabulous marina. The beaches that surround the resort, including Almyros, Ammoudara, Havania and Ammoudi to name but a few, have all been awarded a Blue Flag. This friendly, welcoming resort really does have something to suit everyone.
- 50 minsfrom Heraklion
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Villas
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In the area
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Out and about
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Food & Dining
Crete boasts a number of fantastic local cuisines including dakos, kaltsounia, sarikopitakia, dolmades and traditional Greek salad to name a few.
Restaurant Types
- A La Carte
- Fine Dining
- Family friendly
- Local/Traditional
- International
Nightlife
There are some lively bars and clubs starting from the habour - 25th Martiou Street and Akti Iosif Koundourou. There are also several restaurants and cafes along the waterfront.
Shops & Facilities
Speciality of the area
- Clothing
- Pottery
- Jewellery
General Services
- Tourist information
- Post office
- Foreign exchange
- Banks
- Police station
- Petrol station
- ATM's
Food Shopping
- Supermarket
- Fishmonger
Healthcare
- Pharmacy
- Doctor / Clinic
Markets
Excursions and Places of Interest
Vineyards
There are a few different vineyards and wineries around Crete, one of the best being the Dourakis Winery, which can be found in between Rethymno and Chania near to the village of Alikambos – providing wine tasting and tours of the vineyards. This is worth a visit if you wanted to take a trip across to the other side of the island.
Cruises
From Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and the village of Plaka you can take a boat trip to Spinalonga, which was the small island where Lepers from Crete were quarantined until 1957. A walk around here will take about an hour; however you will be tempted into staying for much longer to delve into its history and admire the gorgeous sea views.
Local sporting events
Various sporting events such as Basketball and Volleyball are held throughout the year in Reythmno’s “Melina Mercouri Sport Stadium”, which is set behind the Fortezza in Rethymno Town.
Natural areas of beauty
There are stunning mountain and sea views all the way along the coastal road from Agios Nikolaos to Elounda. Day trips are available with ‘Flowers of Crete’, who focus on discovering rare and beautiful wild flowers in idyllic locations all over the island. The team are dedicated to protecting and conserving the gorgeous flowers here and trips can be tailor made to suit guests’ interests and abilities.
Attraction parks
There are two aquariums on the island of Crete, Aquaworld which is in Hersonissos and Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos in Heraklion. Aquaworld is the nearest to Elounda and Agios Nikolaos being just under an hour drive away, and it was also Crete’s first aquarium, opening in 1995. It features sea life and reptiles from all over the world, and the majority of these animals were rescued or previously injured and have been given a second chance with an amazing new home here.
Water Parks
The nearest water park to Agios Nikolaos and Elounda is Water City, situated between Hersonissos and Heraklion. The park covers 80,000 square meters and is filled with 36 different amusements, slides, pools and activities, including the biggest wave pool in Europe. Crete is also home to a few more water parks if you wanted to travel further afield for some more excitement.
Museums
Heraklion is situated just over an hour’s drive from Elounda and Agios Nikolaos, and is filled with a variety of different museums, including the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Historical Museum of Crete and The Natural History Museum of Crete. Take a day trip here to learn all about the traditional Greek and Cretan history and culture.
Churches / Cathedrals
Heraklion is the best place to visit if you want to see many of Crete’s beautiful churches and cathedrals, such as Agios Titos Church and the Cathedral of St. Minas. They are all filled with history and plenty of beautiful artwork that will take your breath away.
Architecture
The Palace of Knossos is situated 5km southeast of Heraklion, which is around an hours’ drive from Elounda and Agios Nikolaos. Knossos was the first capital city of Crete and this monument is the most important on the whole island. The Palace of Knossos is also connected to several thrilling legends, including the myth of the Labyrinth, Daidalos and Ikaros and the Minotaur. This amazing historical site is definitely worth the visit and you won’t be disappointed.
Other Places of interest
Lake Voulismeni is a pretty lake, situated right in the heart of Agios Nikolaos. This gorgeous attraction is surrounded by cafes and bars, making it the perfect spot for afternoon lunch in the sunshine.
Activities
Land activities:
Other activities
Scooter rental, Mini golf.
Water activities:
Other water activites
There are a variety of different water sports available at many of the nearby beaches.
Other:
Banana boats, Jet ski, Donuts
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