Guidebook for Analipsi
Food Scene
volkano
2 KronouGreat Pizza quality and relaxing atmosphere.
A very professional and greatly situated tavern that the locals tend to love.
Tritonas Greek Traditional Tavern
A very professional and greatly situated tavern that the locals tend to love.
The best fish restaurant in the area. Cozy, good prices, magnificent view. Prefered by locals and tourists alike.
The beach nearby is also a secret among locals, when the rest is crowded.
22 locals recommend
Saradari Restaurant
Αγίου ΓεωργίουThe best fish restaurant in the area. Cozy, good prices, magnificent view. Prefered by locals and tourists alike.
The beach nearby is also a secret among locals, when the rest is crowded.
The most traditional restaurant of the village, and with the best non-vegan experience one can have in the area.
Sirtaki Taverna Restaurant
The most traditional restaurant of the village, and with the best non-vegan experience one can have in the area.
Drinks & Nightlife
The best cocktail Cafe, Bar and Night Club in the area. Completely safe, very atmospheric. One of the mostly trusted such venues in the area. Stands above a usually crowded beach (until noon).
35 locals recommend
New York Beach Club Hersonissos Crete
30 Agias ParaskevisThe best cocktail Cafe, Bar and Night Club in the area. Completely safe, very atmospheric. One of the mostly trusted such venues in the area. Stands above a usually crowded beach (until noon).
A relaxing and decent bar in the beach of Analipsis. Mostly valued during hot days.
ASTERIAS RESTAURANT BAR CAFE
A relaxing and decent bar in the beach of Analipsis. Mostly valued during hot days.
Sightseeing
The plateau of Lasithi is the most highly elevated village of any Island in the Mediterranean. A marvelous view during the roadtrip, the birthplace of Zeus in Psychro Cave and a plenty of mountain paths leading to the even more elevated plateaus of Katharo and Limnakaro. Ideal for nature Lovers. Be sure to bring warm clothes during your trip if you stay for the night. Temperatures vary between +5 an +12 celcius, even in the hottest nights of August.
59 locals recommend
Lasithi Plateau
The plateau of Lasithi is the most highly elevated village of any Island in the Mediterranean. A marvelous view during the roadtrip, the birthplace of Zeus in Psychro Cave and a plenty of mountain paths leading to the even more elevated plateaus of Katharo and Limnakaro. Ideal for nature Lovers. Be sure to bring warm clothes during your trip if you stay for the night. Temperatures vary between +5 an +12 celcius, even in the hottest nights of August.
The very popular and well known Elounda and Plaka villages are home to the most elegant tourist destinations of all Greece. Experience the calm and beautiful waters and plages of the Mirabello Gulf, with the astonishing famous view of the Venetian Island-Fortress of Spina Longa.
24 locals recommend
Plaka
The very popular and well known Elounda and Plaka villages are home to the most elegant tourist destinations of all Greece. Experience the calm and beautiful waters and plages of the Mirabello Gulf, with the astonishing famous view of the Venetian Island-Fortress of Spina Longa.
A picturesque village at Dikti mountain range, among tall plane trees, rivers and drinkable fountains. Ideal for a traditional coffee.
16 locals recommend
Krasi
A picturesque village at Dikti mountain range, among tall plane trees, rivers and drinkable fountains. Ideal for a traditional coffee.
A traditional and renovated old village preferred by the locals for its great taverns and beautiful view of Heraklion city and the Cretan Sea from above.
87 locals recommend
Archanes
A traditional and renovated old village preferred by the locals for its great taverns and beautiful view of Heraklion city and the Cretan Sea from above.
Arts & Culture
The well renowned Knossos archaeological site is a must visit for every cretan and foreigner alike. Home to the oldest civilization of Europe, Knossos offers an immense view of human culture and history. Visit avoiding rush hours for the best experience- prefer early mornings between 9 and 11.
44 locals recommend
Knossos
The well renowned Knossos archaeological site is a must visit for every cretan and foreigner alike. Home to the oldest civilization of Europe, Knossos offers an immense view of human culture and history. Visit avoiding rush hours for the best experience- prefer early mornings between 9 and 11.
Parks & Nature
The only pine forest of Crete, with a magnificent view towards the Libyan Sea. A plenty of mountain paths lead there, but you can also use your car.
8 locals recommend
Selakano
The only pine forest of Crete, with a magnificent view towards the Libyan Sea. A plenty of mountain paths lead there, but you can also use your car.
The river aposelemis forms a small valley by the village. You can walk it during summer, when the river stops flowing. Ideal for bird watching and smooth walking. Avoid during hot days.
Aposelemis
The river aposelemis forms a small valley by the village. You can walk it during summer, when the river stops flowing. Ideal for bird watching and smooth walking. Avoid during hot days.
Selinari Monastery is situated right under the top of mount Dikti (2.148m). As a consequence, the area experiences vast forestation, more rainfall and a steady flow of fountain water. Walk the path until the top, for a convenient natural experience.
Selinari
Selinari Monastery is situated right under the top of mount Dikti (2.148m). As a consequence, the area experiences vast forestation, more rainfall and a steady flow of fountain water. Walk the path until the top, for a convenient natural experience.
Shopping
An atmospheric small city and capital of the Lasithi prefecture, Agios Nikolaos is the ideal shopping place. Souvenirs, innovative clothing and jewels can be found by the Lake Voulismeni - the deepest Lake of Crete.
140 locals recommend
Agios Nikolaos
An atmospheric small city and capital of the Lasithi prefecture, Agios Nikolaos is the ideal shopping place. Souvenirs, innovative clothing and jewels can be found by the Lake Voulismeni - the deepest Lake of Crete.
Irakleio is the capital city of Crete and 4th largest of Greece with a population of almost 300.000. In its historical and picturesque center, you will find the best bargains on traditional products and commodities. Have a walk for yourself in its Agora, discover what suits you best.
132 locals recommend
Heraklion
Irakleio is the capital city of Crete and 4th largest of Greece with a population of almost 300.000. In its historical and picturesque center, you will find the best bargains on traditional products and commodities. Have a walk for yourself in its Agora, discover what suits you best.
The port of Chersonissos offers the best shopping experience in the close area. International Original Brands at unbeatable prices, a vibrant tourist destination full of tempting shopping streets.
14 locals recommend
Limenas Chersonisou
The port of Chersonissos offers the best shopping experience in the close area. International Original Brands at unbeatable prices, a vibrant tourist destination full of tempting shopping streets.
Essentials
The most closely situated Lidl store. Cheap international products for everyday needs.
For less quantities, you can use the Analipsi village's supermarket, high up in the central road. It is a local chain named FESTOS super markets.
22 locals recommend
Lidl
25. km Palea EO Irakliou Agiou NikolaouThe most closely situated Lidl store. Cheap international products for everyday needs.
For less quantities, you can use the Analipsi village's supermarket, high up in the central road. It is a local chain named FESTOS super markets.