Elounda Attractions

Elounda Beach Holidays:

• Jet off on an Elounda beach holiday and be greeted by a stunning coastline, featuring mountain views and a purpose built sandy beach great for families.
• Explore the rocky coastline for secluded pebbly coves, or recline in the sunshine by Elounda’s gorgeous lagoon.
• Most hotels offer good pool facilities and you could also take advantage of Damnoni’s sandy beaches, which offer unspoilt scenery and a peaceful atmosphere.

Elounda Activities:

• Take a cheap holiday to Elounda and get involved in the wide range of watersports including fishing and boat trips, or explore the stunning scenery by foot.
• Snorkelling is fantastic in Elounda with crystal clear waters, tranquil undiscovered coves and the famous archaeological site of Olous – a sunken ancient city.
• Elounda is a relaxing place with a cosmopolitan crowd, including the harbour’s affluent yacht owners; a great way to spend your day is people watching as you sip a cocktail at a harbourside bar.

Elounda Nightlife:

• As you could expect from one of Crete’s most famed resorts, Elounda offers a wealth of activities come nightfall with many friendly tavernas, bars and restaurants.
• There’s a good choice of live music and nightclubs in Elounda, but the vibrant capital of the region – Aghios Nikolaos - is also worth a visit for more options.
• Elounda is well known as a luxury resort and you’ll find some fantastic quality restaurants, but there’s also plenty of choice for those on a budget or Elounda family holiday, with local and English cuisine available.

Elounda Holidays: other popular attractions:

• A must-do is a boat trip to the island of Spinalonga and its 16th century Venetian fortress which is open to the public.
• Other popular daytrips are to the friendly fishing town of Aghios Nikolaos or further afield to Knossos with its Minoan palace.
• Elounda offers a lot of craft and gift shops with items for all budgets; try the boutiques in the luxury hotels or grab a bargain at the weekly market.