Ilektra & Faidra (Twins)'s Guidebook
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 :)
Peskesi
6-8 Kapetan CharalampiGourmet 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 locals recommend
Kouzineri
& EvropisGreat for meat lovers- upper price range compared to other Greek tavernas - great atmosphere and service
Adipodas
13 KoraiClassic Greek / Cretan food - good quality and relative price
Barraki
GramvousisGood mezes in a popular street
Other and other
16 KagiampiGood mezes in a popular street
Spyridon Patisserie
Kafeneion O Lakkos
41 Taxiarchou MarkopoulouVegan, vegetarian, gluten-free etc delicacies !! A friend of mine owns this cafe and it is the best in town !
8 locals recommend
Crumb
28 Pl. KallergonVegan, vegetarian, gluten-free etc delicacies !! A friend of mine owns this cafe and it is the best in town !
Taverna Spitiko
Platia Eleftheriou VenizelouElia and Diosmos - Olive-Mint
1 DimokratiasNeighbourhoods
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.
87 locals recommend
Archanes
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.
407 locals recommend
Knossos
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.
Morosini Lions Fountain
Platia Eleftheriou VenizelouVenetian City Wall
25 Nik. PlastiraRocca a Mare Fortress
Creta aquarium
Historical Museum of Crete
27 Leof. Sofokli VenizelouGet to know local history!
Pottery Workshop
https://www.cretan-ceramics-pots.gr/
Parking
Cheap parking in Heraklion city !
Kladis
Shopping Mall
Located in Heraklion - good discounts
Hondos Center
& Pl. Agiou TitouMAROUDAS
41 Pl. El. VenizelouBest 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. PapanastasiouBest 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!
Kreopōleio
LiapakiYou can buy local meat 🍖 from this butcher at Skalani
toys4u.gr
Μάνου ΚατράκηToys shop at the heart of the village ! You can order online and pick up there 👆
Sports
iKiTe ~ Iraklio Kite & Surf Club
Κωνσταντίνου ΜητσοτάκηMYKONAKI
Beach
Agia Pelagia Beach
street Agias PelagiasLigaria Beach
Karteros beach
Sarantaris beach
MYKONAKI
Παραλία Μαρίνα
Karteros beach