About
A historic island fortress with a haunting past and stunning turquoise waters
Why go
- A history you’ll never forget
- Beautiful view with a dark history attached
- Connection with the living past
Must try
- Walk through the streets exactly as they were left
- Explore the history of the old buildings and ruins
- Take a boat trip to Spinalonga
- Walk through the remains of a former leper colony
- Explore the island
Pro tips
- Boats run from Plaka, Elounda and Agios Nikolaos
- Take a 10 minute boat from the fishing village
- Ten minute boat from plaka
- Hire a guide or research beforehand
- Bring food and drink before reaching Spinalonga
Good to know
- Price of admission is quite high (20€)
- Not for the infirm as there’s some steep steps
- Arrive through a tunnel in the rock nicknamed Dante's Gate
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Rating
4.6 / 5 (2562 reviews)