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What to do in Hersonissos

The Hersonissos beach is beautiful in its own right, with small bathing areas available for those who want to swim in peace. The golden sand stretches on as far as the eye can see and it is normally quiet enough for you to close your eyes and soak up the sun on a lounger in peace.

In the local area of Hersonissos there are water sport activities available for you to enjoy. Try jet skiing, boat sailing or even paragliding! There are also pebble beaches if you do not fancy getting sand stuck to you as you relax by the sea. There is a great children’s area which offer rides and plenty of sweet treats which you and the kids will enjoy!

Hersonissos is only an hour away from the resort of Heraklion, the capital of Crete. Heraklion offers great sightseeing, where you explore the mysterious fortresses and ancient buildings. Heraklion also has a fantastic selection of beaches with a stunning coast line, offering a surreal view and perfect photo opportunities. Here you can also enjoy the best of Greek shopping and get some great gifts to take home and show off.

A holiday to Hersonissos would not be complete without checking out the nearby town of Knossos. Here you can see the Minoan palace, an ancient fortress which is fascinatingly mysterious.

Nightlife in Hersonissos offers a bit of everything – dance, jazz, trance, pop and more. There are many night clubs along the main strip which stay open until the early hours. Take a stroll around the main streets where you will find clubs that are modestly priced with quirky charms, or you can stick to the main strip where you can enjoy the best of the best in the swanky venues that Hersonissos has to offer.

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LanguageGreek (English widely spoken)

CurrencyEuro

Local timeGMT/BST +2 hours

Local airportHeraklion

Flight time4 hours 25 minutes

Transfer time35 minutes