Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Gortyna February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Gortyna Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gortyna.dx6206205)[Hotels in Gortyna](https://expedia.co.uk/Gortyna-Hotels.d6206205.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Gortyna Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Gortyna.d6206205.Car-Hire-Guide)[Gortyna Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Gortyna.d6206205.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Gortyna ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Gortyna Types of activities [Gortyna travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gortyna.dx6206205) ![Plusieurs randonnées à faire à partir de ce village. Attention! Route horrible pour s'y rendre...mieux avec un véhicule équipé!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/f8e96506-3cb9-4224-80b3-b74c1f2b11cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Plusieurs randonnées à faire à partir de ce village. Attention! Route horrible pour s'y rendre...mieux avec un véhicule équipé!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/f8e96506-3cb9-4224-80b3-b74c1f2b11cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Just after the mountain top villages while on the way from Heraklion to Malata I saw this amazing view with what I believe is a farmhouse on the edge of a cliff.. Would likely be even better during sunset. (I'm not 100% sure exactly where #ontheroad this view is so placed the marker where I think it was)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/56b3c388-95d3-49d0-9be3-9803e5a13efa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The locals up on the hill. #wildlife. My favourite country. #greece. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/36558b92-ea9c-4b54-a703-b0aacc790158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Gortyna Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Gortyna has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Gortyna, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Gortyna with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Gortyna Gortyna is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Gortyna, and make it a breeze to explore Gortyna and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Gortyna to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Gortyna, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Gortyna. #### Gortyna attractions Gortyna has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Gortyna to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Gortyna. Looking for things to do in Gortyna can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Gortyna or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Gortyna attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Gortyna | Number of things to do | 38 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sustainable soap workshop in Crete](/things-to-do/3-hours-soap-making-workshop-in-greece.a49311643.activity-details): £14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Heraklion: Douloufakis Winery, Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/heraklion-area-douloufakis-winery-tour-6-wines-tasting.a48643220.activity-details)[Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details)[Pottery Classes](/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details)[Crete: Discover the South Shores of Crete by Kayak](/things-to-do/guided-kayak-tour-in-hersonissos-bay.a44651739.activity-details)["YAMAS" - Winery tour &wine tasting](/things-to-do/null.a46324050.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Heraklion: Douloufakis Winery, Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/heraklion-area-douloufakis-winery-tour-6-wines-tasting.a48643220.activity-details)[Pottery Classes](/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details)["YAMAS" - Winery tour &wine tasting](/things-to-do/null.a46324050.activity-details)[Digenakis winery - Wine tasting experience](/things-to-do/digenakis-winery-wine-tasting-experience.a3139656.activity-details)[Sustainable soap workshop in Crete](/things-to-do/3-hours-soap-making-workshop-in-greece.a49311643.activity-details) | | With kids | [Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details)[Pottery Classes](/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details)[Digenakis winery - Wine tasting experience](/things-to-do/digenakis-winery-wine-tasting-experience.a3139656.activity-details)[Sustainable soap workshop in Crete](/things-to-do/3-hours-soap-making-workshop-in-greece.a49311643.activity-details)[Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details) | ## What to do in Gortyna --- ### Popular places to visit #### Gortys Learn about the local history of Gortyna when you spend time at Gortys. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gortys-Crete.d6105790.Attraction) #### Koudoumas Monastery You can find out about the history of Gortyna with a visit to Koudoumas Monastery. Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Koudoumas-Monastery-Gortyna.d553248621554160455.Attraction) #### Museum of Messara You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Messara in Ambeloúzos. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Of-Messara-Gortyna.d553248635928788420.Attraction) #### Hermitage of Agios Efthymios Nivritos You can learn about the history of Gortyna when you stop by Hermitage of Agios Efthymios Nivritos. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hermitage-Of-Agios-Efthymios-Nivritos-Crete.d740136866356764672.Attraction) #### Canyon Saint Sava You can take time to visit Canyon Saint Sava during your travels to Gortyna. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon-Saint-Sava-Gortyna.d553248635928788886.Attraction) #### Rouvas Gorge Explore the great outdoors at Rouvas Gorge, a lovely green space in Gortyna. Discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rouvas-Gorge-Crete.d6322337.Attraction) #### Trypiti Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Trypiti Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gortyna. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trypiti-Beach-Gortyna.d553248635928788873.Attraction) #### Koudoumas Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Koudoumas Beach during your trip to Gortyna? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Koudoumas-Beach-Gortyna.d553248635997385346.Attraction) #### Elygiá Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Elygiá during your trip to Gortyna? Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Elygia-Gortyna.d553248635997385963.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Gortyna ![Heraklion which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/183850c5-8966-47fd-96cf-b80404c014a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heraklion ![Heraklion featuring a coastal town, heritage architecture and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053601/663c85b6-3c41-4076-9325-05cfd7626bc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Archanes-Asterousia ![Photo taken in the Cave of Zeus in Crete, Greece. #Holiday #Greece #Cave #Greek #Zeus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130247/2cee9cb4-c8ec-4d9e-a573-29ac5c1fd7b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Anogia ![One of the sunset spots on the workshop with @trover and @brendanvanson. @jelmer was nice enough to model for this shot!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/93341792-a519-4010-83e5-6ce14694afc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Malevizi ![Ruins of central square of the ancient Minoan Palace of Phaistos ( Festos ). Located at plateau Messara.Beautiful natural and architectural landscape. District of Heraklion.Crete island.Greece.Europe.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264192/473df715-f280-45fd-b346-a7ac31e12694.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Faistos ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gortyna worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Gortyna? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Gortyna? ### Is three days enough to stay in Gortyna? ### What are some activities to do in Gortyna with kids? > - [Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details) > - [Pottery Classes](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details) > - [Digenakis winery - Wine tasting experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/digenakis-winery-wine-tasting-experience.a3139656.activity-details) > - [Sustainable soap workshop in Crete](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hours-soap-making-workshop-in-greece.a49311643.activity-details) > - [Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details) ### What to do in Gortyna for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Gortyna? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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