Hersonissos Harbour
The harbour of Hersonissos is definitely one of the most interesting places to visit as most of the restaurants, cafés and bars are located along the harbour, making the most popular place in that part of the island.
CretAquarium
CretAquarium or Thalassokosmos is a modern aquarium featuring more than 200 species of marine animals from all over the Mediterranean. If you haven’t seen a shark before, now could be your chance!
Gefyri Beach
Gefyri beach is an absolutely breathtaking beach with beautiful turquoise waters not far from the harbour of Hersonissos. It should definitely be among your top choices to visit.
Starbeach
The waterpark ranks among the most popular places to visit in Crete since its opening and attracts families during the day and younger crowds during the evenings where famous DJs often come to play.
Hersonissos Village (Ano Hersonissos)
The village is a short drive from the neighboring Hersonissos Harbour and it is contrasting the vibrancy of the coastal Hersonissos as it is rather peaceful and traditional. Beautiful narrow streets make for a lovely wander around after a nice meal in one of the plenty restaurants of the village!
Hersonissos Beach
Another great beach right next to the harbour is the Hersonissos beach which is the most popular beach in Hersonissos. This means it is quite busy, but that isn’t always a bad thing.
Saint Paraskevi Church
Located at the end of the harbour of Hersonissos, Saint Paraskevi church is one of the oldest churches of the island dating back to 1870 and it has a unique construction as it is built into the rock!
Watercity
One of the biggest waterparks in Crete, Watercity will surely entertain young and old alike with its Ancient Greece themed slides and activities!
Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre
The rescue center features numerous species from Crete and around the world, most of which have been rescued and have found a new home. If you haven’t held a snake before, it is quite the experience!
Lychnostatis Museum
Lychnostatis is one of the largest folk tradition and ethnology museums in Crete if not the biggest. It has numerous artifacts that will teach you plenty about the culture, nature and environment of Crete!
Piskopiano Village
Another small traditional village close to Hersonissos is Piskopiano which is one of the smallest villages in Crete with under 500 inhabitants. There you will find a few tavernas and restaurants and also narrow little cute streets that will certainly charm you!
