Matala Attractions
Famous for its iconic caves and beautiful beach, Matala is the perfect destination for those looking to relax and get away from it all. If you're lucky enough to be heading here for a holiday, check out our guide to the top Matala things to do:
Beaches in Matala
- Enjoy some sun, sea and sand of Matala's main beach, close to the centre of the resort yet big enough to rarely be crowded.
- Escape the crowds by following the footpath to Kokkini Amos Beach or driving to nearby Komos Beach.
- Join a boat trip touring some of the best isolated beaches in Crete and indulge your desert island fantasies for the day.
Matala activities
- Discover the sunken Roman capital of Gortys on a scuba diving adventure.
- Go horseback riding, hiking or walking in the surrounding countryside.
- Follow in the footsteps of stars like Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan in the famous caves, a series of neolithic dwellings home to a hippy commune in the 60s and 70s.
Matala nightlife
- Sample delicious local cuisine in one of the resort's many restaurants and cafes.
- Relax with a glass of local wine or a cocktail at sunset.
- Enjoy a night to remember on the town's 'Disco Row', where scores of bars and discos offer music and dancing into the early hours.
Top attractions on holidays to Matala
- Visit the ancient palace at Knossos.
- Enjoy a tour of some of the island's Minoan and Roman ruins.
- Explore the capital of Heraklion.
- Cool off on a visit to one of the island's water parks.
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