Discover Nea Kydonia

When looking for a holiday rental in Nea Kydonia, you can plan your trip around the experiences you want: nearby are Agia Marina Beach and the island of Agioi Theodoroi; the wider Chania destination also offers landscapes, sports and history. Considering these destinations at their respective geographical levels can help you choose the right focus for your stay.

Beach, island and festival tradition

Agia Marina Beach can be reached by a regularly scheduled public bus from the city of Chania. Check the latest bus service information before setting out. Opposite the beach lies the elongated island of Agioi Theodoroi, also known as Thodorou. The annual festival at the chapel of Agioi Theodoroi takes place on the island of the same name in the Municipality of Chania; visitors can reach the island by boat. The festival and the island’s location offer two distinct reasons to visit: a recurring tradition and a striking coastal landscape.

Agioi Apostoloi: coves, sports and events

Agioi Apostoloi in the Municipality of Chania covers about 600 stremmata and consists of four coves, three peninsulas and a grove. The combination of coves, peninsulas and a grove makes Agioi Apostoloi a versatile place to relax. For days with a focus on sports, competitions are held there every year at municipal football, beach volleyball and racket sports facilities. These competitions attract thousands of visitors. Numerous cultural and sporting events also take place there during the summer months.

History and nature in the wider Chania destination

The cultural and natural attractions in the wider Chania destination also cater to a range of interests. The permanent exhibition at the Archaeological Museum of Chania is spread across three rooms on the ground floor and one room upstairs. It presents archaeological finds from the Chania regional unit spanning several centuries. In the Old Town of Chania, Venetian mansions, old hammams, minarets and churches define the historic lanes. The Venetian Harbour was built in the 14th century for trade and to protect against pirate raids. The Δημοτική αγορά in Chania is a landmark for locals and visitors alike.

For another perspective on history, head to Theriso: during the 1905 Revolution under Eleftherios Venizelos, the historic village served as the headquarters of the Cretan rebels. The Historical and Folklore Museum of Theriso is housed in the former headquarters building of Venizelos and the Theriso Movement of 1905. The 6 km-long Eleftherios Venizelos Gorge leads to the historic village. The history of the Municipality of Chania also includes the Battle of Galatas, considered one of the largest battles of the Second World War.

The landscape is also varied on Akrotiri, where small coves and beaches are suitable for relaxation and tourism. In the northern hills of Akrotiri, nature remains largely undisturbed by human activity. The landscape includes rich, partly endemic flora, as well as land and sea caves with endemic invertebrates. At the acropolis of Falassarna, mainly Archaic-period finds were unearthed in the central area of the ancient Temple of Demeter. These varied themes can help you decide how to balance coast, nature and history when planning your holiday.

Discover more destinations: Xirosterni, Vlatos, Asprouliani, Pemonia, Gerolakkos, Vatolakkos, Kalamitsi Alexandrou, Ayía Roúmeli.

For the wider travel overview: Chania.