Old Town Travel Guide
Rethymno
Visit Old Town
Popular places to visit
Rethymnon Venetian Port
Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Fortezza Castle
Find out about the history of Old Town Rethymnon with a stop at Fortezza Castle. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rimondi Fountain
After visiting Rimondi Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Old Town Rethymnon. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethimnon Archaeological Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Rethimnon Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Old Town Rethymnon. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Marine Life Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Marine Life Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Old Town Rethymnon. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Things to do
From Rethymno: Arkadi Monastery,Melidoni Cave and Margarites
From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour
From Rethymno: Arkadi, Melidoni, and Margarites Tour
Rethymno Area: Limnoupolis Water Park Ticket with Transfers
Top hotels in Old Town
Civitas Suites Hotel
"We had a room, two level with kitchen area and balcony. The aspect was away from the sea overlooking a small shopping street. This was good because it was quiet at night the rooms to the front would of been noisier with all the restaurants and bars overlooking the sea."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Rimondi Boutique Hotels
"Extremely friendly and efficient staff. Very comfortable room. Great location in Old Town."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Barbara Studios
"The room was stunning and spacious. The manager, Iro, was lovely and extremely helpful. I loved that she put together a booklet filled with suggestions for what to see and do in town and some of her favourite places to eat."
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Ideon
"Beautiful property right on the harbor. Staff very helpful, good breakfast, close to everything in the old town. Only annoyances were no hair dryer in the small bathroom & the bed was rather hard."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Casa dei Delfini
"Unique & absolutely beautiful room & property. In old town where everything is happening. Walk everywhere. Konstantinos was very helpful. The breakfast was great! Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection Hilton
"Staff were so welcoming and accommodating. The facilities were so lovely and we even managed to book in to the spa (Cretan massage was just delightful) We were so sad to leave."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Where to stay in Old Town
New Town
If you're spending some time in New Town, Rethymnon Town Hall and Town Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Platanes
Unique features of Platanes include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Platanes Beach or Blue Beach while you're exploring the area.
Adelianos Kampos
Visitors to Adelianos Kampos like its beaches and bars, and Platanes Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Gerani
Though Gerani may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Episkopi Beach and Rethimnon Archaeological Museum.
Perivolia
While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.