Explore Nearby Attractions! While you're here, don't miss out on these uniquely local places to visit.

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Explore Nearby Attractions! While you're here, don't miss out on these uniquely local places to visit.

Food scene

Our nr. 1 local taverna at Skalani! Favourite dishes include grilled mushrooms, sausages, pies and many more. Is a must! Recommend to visit later afternoon for dinner.
Local taverna with great vegetarian and meat options! Great atmosphere for late dinner - say hello from us - the Marazaki family :)
Koula's Tastes (Οι Γεύσεις της Κυρά Κούλας)
Local taverna with great vegetarian and meat options! Great atmosphere for late dinner - say hello from us - the Marazaki family :)
Gourmet Cretan food - book a table before you go as it is usually full !
264 abantu bendawo batusa
Peskesi
6-8 Kapetan Charalampi
264 abantu bendawo batusa
Gourmet Cretan food - book a table before you go as it is usually full !
Great for meat lovers- upper price range compared to other Greek tavernas - great atmosphere and service
61 abantu bendawo batusa
Kouzineri
& Evropis
61 abantu bendawo batusa
Great for meat lovers- upper price range compared to other Greek tavernas - great atmosphere and service
Classic Greek / Cretan food - good quality and relative price
27 abantu bendawo batusa
Adipodas
13 Korai
27 abantu bendawo batusa
Classic Greek / Cretan food - good quality and relative price
Good mezes in a popular street
18 abantu bendawo batusa
Barraki
Gramvousis
18 abantu bendawo batusa
Good mezes in a popular street
Good mezes in a popular street
17 abantu bendawo batusa
Other and other
16 Kagiampi
17 abantu bendawo batusa
Good mezes in a popular street
23 abantu bendawo batusa
Spyridon Patisserie
23 abantu bendawo batusa
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Kafeneion O Lakkos
41 Taxiarchou Markopoulou
16 abantu bendawo batusa
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free etc delicacies !! A friend of mine owns this cafe and it is the best in town !
8 abantu bendawo batusa
Crumb
28 Pl. Kallergon
8 abantu bendawo batusa
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free etc delicacies !! A friend of mine owns this cafe and it is the best in town !
6 abantu bendawo batusa
Taverna Spitiko
Platia Eleftheriou Venizelou
6 abantu bendawo batusa
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Elia and Diosmos - Olive-Mint
1 Dimokratias
14 abantu bendawo batusa

Neighbourhoods

One of the most beautiful and active villages around Heraklion. Their main square is worth visiting for dinner. Popular for locals and tourists! There you can find a variety of tavernas, cafes and bars.
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Archanes
87 abantu bendawo batusa
One of the most beautiful and active villages around Heraklion. Their main square is worth visiting for dinner. Popular for locals and tourists! There you can find a variety of tavernas, cafes and bars.

Sightseeing

Humble but historical place to visit. Minoan civilization, Minotaur and the prince of lilies are some of the many insights! You can ask for a private tour or a group tour at the gate of the Knossos palace.
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Knossos
407 abantu bendawo batusa
Humble but historical place to visit. Minoan civilization, Minotaur and the prince of lilies are some of the many insights! You can ask for a private tour or a group tour at the gate of the Knossos palace.
119 abantu bendawo batusa
I-Morosini Lions Fountain
Platia Eleftheriou Venizelou
119 abantu bendawo batusa
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Venetian City Wall
25 Nik. Plastira
58 abantu bendawo batusa
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Isivivane seRocca a Mare
248 abantu bendawo batusa
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Creta aquarium
52 abantu bendawo batusa
Get to know local history!
180 abantu bendawo batusa
Iziko Lokusebenza Lwezolimo LweCrete
27 Leof. Sofokli Venizelou
180 abantu bendawo batusa
Get to know local history!
https://www.cretan-ceramics-pots.gr/
Pottery Workshop
https://www.cretan-ceramics-pots.gr/

Parking

Cheap parking in Heraklion city !
Kladis

Shopping Mall

Located in Heraklion - good discounts
10 abantu bendawo batusa
Hondos Center
& Pl. Agiou Titou
10 abantu bendawo batusa
MAROUDAS
41 Pl. El. Venizelou
Best quality organic products in Heraklion! You can call them to order a delivery at Skalani ! Check their website as you can also create an account there!
Λαχανόκηπος Delicatessen
124 Leof. Papanastasiou
Best quality organic products in Heraklion! You can call them to order a delivery at Skalani ! Check their website as you can also create an account there!
You can buy local meat 🍖 from this butcher at Skalani
Kreopōleio
Liapaki
You can buy local meat 🍖 from this butcher at Skalani
Toys shop at the heart of the village ! You can order online and pick up there 👆
toys4u.gr
Μάνου Κατράκη
Toys shop at the heart of the village ! You can order online and pick up there 👆

Sports

iKiTe ~ Iraklio Kite & Surf Club
Κωνσταντίνου Μητσοτάκη
7 abantu bendawo batusa
MYKONAKI
7 abantu bendawo batusa

Beach

20 abantu bendawo batusa
Isibhede sase-Agia Pelagia
street Agias Pelagias
20 abantu bendawo batusa
19 abantu bendawo batusa
Ligaria Beach
19 abantu bendawo batusa
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Karteros beach
39 abantu bendawo batusa
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Sarantaris beach
18 abantu bendawo batusa
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MYKONAKI
7 abantu bendawo batusa
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Παραλία Μαρίνα
28 abantu bendawo batusa
39 abantu bendawo batusa
Karteros beach
39 abantu bendawo batusa