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Old Venetian Harbour of Rethymno

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Old Venetian Harbour of Rethymno

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Old Venetian Harbour of Rethymno
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Othonas taverna
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Yog-inn
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Mojo Burgers
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Zefyros Family Fish Taverna
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Veneto Wine Restaurant
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Elaia Restaurant
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Brousko Rethymno
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O Psaras
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Rethymno Lighthouse
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Rethymnon Old Town
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Saint Anthony of Padua
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Contemporary Art Museum of Crete
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Historical and Folk Art Museum of Rethymnon
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Archaeological Museum of Rethymno
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Artifacts by Omodamos
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Loggia Veneziana
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Jenny C
6 contributions
Remarkable view
Jul 2021
This probably one of the most beautiful places in Rethymno town. It is so nice, especially at night. We really enjoyed ourselves walking through the harbour.
Written August 2, 2021
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Off their P
Manchester, UK2,886 contributions
So much history
Jun 2021 • Couples
I suppose this could be considered the focal point of the town – there are so many but this one is probably the most beautiful in my opinion.

It makes an excellent photo opportunity so have your cameras and phones at the ready.

The buildings are absolutely stunning including the Venetian Lighthouse which holds centrestage. Old men fish while tourists walk by. No matter how many times you go there you see something different and beautiful. The water is just so clean!

My advice would be to go there as early as possible so you avoid the boisterous waiters trying to get you in the restaurant. They have a job to do of course but it can be a bit much later in the day you go.
Written July 6, 2021
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R_Sweden
Stockholm, Sweden4,578 contributions
Cozy
Oct 2020 • Couples
Very nice area. Easy to walk to from the bus area at the park. So many different places with bars and restaurants.
Written October 10, 2020
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Off their P
Manchester, UK2,886 contributions
Beautiful but at a price
Oct 2020 • Couples
My advice about this beautiful harbour is go early. You will still get pestered by pushy waiters as you try to edge past them but not so much. In the evening they switch into overdrive and can become mildly aggressive. This is even more annoying in these troubled times than it normally would be.

That out of the way, it is a very beautiful area.

History is all around you and the place is just stunning. The backdrop of the mountains with the sea and little boats in the foreground is something to behold.
Written October 8, 2020
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Dr Stephen
Ashbourne, UK2,596 contributions
Just a beautiful are of Rethymno
Sep 2020 • Friends
Definitely visit this part of town. The best time is around sunset as the lighting adds to the ambiance. Walk around the harbour and round the the lighthouse. The views are beautiful.

Expect some attention from restauranteurs pushing their establishments. There are “rose-sellers” too. Unless you want this, just say thank you and keep walking.
Written September 18, 2020
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Sam N
Southampton, UK20 contributions
Beautiful Venetian harbour
Aug 2020
Great place to stop for lunch or dinner ,clean clear water teaming with fish. Loads of nice bars and restaurants
Written August 22, 2020
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Wookash Q
Wroclaw, Poland1,531 contributions
The nicest place in Rethymno
Aug 2020 • Family
Old Venetian port is the nicest location in all Rethymno in my opinion. Although is crowded also is free of Chinese souvenirs and allow to admire natural facades of old buildings. Lot of bars, restaurants and cafes. Nice place for beer or coffee
Written August 17, 2020
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123kazzy
Banbury, UK548 contributions
Beautiful
Aug 2020 • Family
This is a very beautiful place. Lots and lots of fish restaurants.
Definitely worth a walk around very beautiful.
Written August 14, 2020
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Javierccs
Milton Keynes, UK15 contributions
Really nice walk
Aug 2020 • Family
It was very beautiful and a really nice walk, we avoid the restaurant hard sellers and took very nice pictures, there are fishermen preparing their bait and everything seems pretty genuine, sunsets are really amazing here
Written August 5, 2020
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Tanja F
2 contributions
Very cozy place
Jul 2020
Nice view, good atmosphere, both at day and night. A lot of restaurants, everybody finds something suitable for him.
Written July 30, 2020
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