Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Platanias Town February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Platanias Town Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Town.dx6051663)[Hotels in Platanias Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Town-Hotels.d6051663.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Platanias Town Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Platanias-Town.d6051663.Car-Hire-Guide)[Platanias Town Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Town.d6051663.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Platanias Town ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Platanias Town Types of activities [Platanias Town travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Town.dx6051663) ![An elevated view of the greek resort of platanias on the island of Crete.; Shutterstock ID 46902298](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051663/c3a02631-a468-4d17-9834-592a91be0e4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An elevated view of the greek resort of platanias on the island of Crete.; Shutterstock ID 46902298](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051663/c3a02631-a468-4d17-9834-592a91be0e4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It is a nature protected area. A great number of people attempt to go to Balos during summer. Try to go by car early in the morning to find ticket ( 1 euro per person) or it is highly suggested to go for a daily cruise from Agia Marina or Kissamos to Balos and Gramvousa #LifeAtExpedia #balos #Gramvousa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/431ce17a-2ba4-42b7-a5ef-0f30ea76dc79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Platanias Town Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Platanias Town has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Platanias Town, 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 Platanias Town 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 Platanias Town Platanias Town is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Platanias Town, and make it a breeze to explore Platanias Town 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 Platanias Town 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 Platanias Town, 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 Platanias Town. #### Platanias Town attractions Platanias Town 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 Platanias Town 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 Platanias Town. Looking for things to do in Platanias Town 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 Platanias Town or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Platanias Town attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/elafonisi-island-day-tour-by-bus-from-chania.a47674442.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Chania: 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4547612/7171557f-db5f-4549-8816-f62554da6af6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania: 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch 8h 9.6/10 150 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-7-villages-of-apokoronas-tour-with-lunch.a4547612.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Rethymno a cretan gem!!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49565615/c94ab12c-201a-406e-b445-b453850ba17f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rethymno a cretan gem!! 7h Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult 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from Kissamos 6h Free cancellation available £40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-balos-lagoon-4x4-jeep-safari-adventure-from-kissamos.a50756397.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48334959/60158544-f4e3-4eab-9983-d11935c6756f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda 6h 30m Free cancellation available £61,001 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cretes-pink-wonder-elafonisi-beach-shore-trip-from-souda.a48334959.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Chania: Minoan's World 9D Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4845616/ca315c41-2cb4-4226-aca2-618e743c72b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania: Minoan's World 9D Experience 45m 8.6/10 30 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-minoans-world-9d-museum-cinema-entrance-with-tour.a4845616.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Food Tasting Tour of Chania Villages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45982237/9130c067-ecf0-40bf-abbc-96a82c9d54cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Food Tasting Tour of Chania Villages 6h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/food-tasting-tour-of-chania-villages.a45982237.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48288287/c036bc0c-98dd-487f-a18d-bcc7d07750f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village 1h 30m 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tasting-of-6-cretan-wines-in-chania-greece.a48288287.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 87 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Rethymno a cretan gem!!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49565615/c94ab12c-201a-406e-b445-b453850ba17f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rethymno a cretan gem!! 7h Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cretan-tour-to-small-villages-and-ancient-treasures.a49565615.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Explore Chania's Old Town through the eyes of a local](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1251729/76125abc-0b93-4095-a5f8-837283b36ef4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Chania's Old Town through the eyes of a local 3h 9.6/10 16 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-chanias-old-town-through-the-eyes-of-a-local.a1251729.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Winery Olive mill and Kournas lake from Chania](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50845538/6ee7c39c-a3f9-4b06-b12b-8226b5451ca3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Winery Olive mill and Kournas lake from Chania 6h Free cancellation available £174 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/winery-olive-mill-and-kournas-lake-from-chania.a50845538.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Private Knossos and Heraklion History and Culture City 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cancellation available £113 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-delicious-chania-street-food-tour.a1289731.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Chania: Old Town, Public Market, Hill of Prophet Elias, Agia Triada](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2198645/5e8933ae-0e75-4cdf-99f1-ccd08803012c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania: Old Town, Public Market, Hill of Prophet Elias, Agia Triada 5h 9.8/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £593 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-old-town-public-market-hill-of-prophet-elias-agia-triada.a2198645.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Half-Day Private Tour of Chania: Explore History Culture & 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-souda-port-private-chania-city-tour-with-transfer.a50512847.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 13 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Samaria the Lazy Way](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/594182/5ba39a4c-693e-4647-b51b-1f83ad068920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Samaria the Lazy Way 15h 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available £70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48334959/60158544-f4e3-4eab-9983-d11935c6756f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda 6h 30m Free cancellation available £61,001 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cretes-pink-wonder-elafonisi-beach-shore-trip-from-souda.a48334959.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![From Panormo and Lavris(Iberostar): Elafonisi Beach Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50512464/5aa16e64-c052-463a-b765-822d84a19d8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Panormo and Lavris(Iberostar): Elafonisi Beach Day Trip 9h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £418 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-panormo-and-lavrisiberostar-elafonisi-beach-day-trip.a50512464.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Guardians of the Blue: Theodorou & Lazareta 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-full-day-santorini-private-cruise-with-visit-to-oia.a46099445.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![One Day Sailing Trip from Chania Venetian harbour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5062881/51d93abf-87e0-447e-a0ce-05ed4c479d33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### One Day Sailing Trip from Chania Venetian harbour 8h Free cancellation available £871 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-sailing-trip-from-chania-venetian-harbour.a5062881.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Crete Areas: Private Day Trip to Elafonissi Pink Sand](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50512477/de7c1551-fe46-4732-9d78-82f06ef9af11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete Areas: Private Day Trip to Elafonissi Pink Sand 8h Free cancellation available £392 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/crete-areas-private-day-trip-to-elafonissi-pink-sand.a50512477.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![From Chania: Private Balos Bay & Gramvousa Island Boat Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51235333/22ae2ab7-2712-4d1f-aeae-99f53311a852.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Chania: Private Balos Bay & Gramvousa Island Boat Trip 6h Free cancellation available £1,220 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-chania-private-balos-bay-gramvousa-island-boat-trip.a51235333.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Crete:Private Day Trip to Elafonissi Island & Falasarna Bch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50511198/f3148cb4-7536-493a-895a-3d7b920b9a7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crete:Private Day Trip to Elafonissi Island & Falasarna Bch 9h+ Free cancellation available £471 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/crete-private-day-trip-to-elafonissi-island-falasarna-bch.a50511198.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Falasarna Balos and Gramvousa Private Boat Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50012244/aa3baed3-fa99-405b-8a48-2346a400ceae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Falasarna Balos and Gramvousa Private Boat Trip 4h 30m Free cancellation available £566 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/falasarna-balos-and-gramvousa-private-boat-trip.a50012244.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47015416/7d49216f-2794-4665-a573-0df77492bd6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste 3h 9/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-manousakis-winery-taste-with-shuttle-service.a47015416.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Explore the White Mountains of Crete](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1699216/d1ee97c7-a9ab-4007-87ba-99ffe57936e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore the White Mountains of Crete 7h 9.8/10 30 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-the-white-mountains-of-crete.a1699216.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![From Panormo and Lavris(Iberostar): Elafonisi Beach Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50512464/5aa16e64-c052-463a-b765-822d84a19d8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Panormo and Lavris(Iberostar): Elafonisi Beach Day Trip 9h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £418 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-panormo-and-lavrisiberostar-elafonisi-beach-day-trip.a50512464.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1699222/f13a06f0-ecd8-4456-bf4f-6e8115c7bf07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains 7h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-shore-excursion-to-the-white-mountains.a1699222.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Chania: Private Tour to Balos Lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45054861/3323c631-6611-4bc4-9830-76ab1aceeca1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania: Private Tour to Balos Lagoon 7h 30m Free cancellation available £314 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-private-tour-to-balos-lagoon.a45054861.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Private Tour to Balos Lagoon and Falasarna](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47837862/d5fe881e-1b6f-4874-936b-84b590133dd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour to Balos Lagoon and Falasarna 7h 30m Free cancellation available £376 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower 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Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50465105/d421016b-dd9f-4e27-842a-b22f6e65eafa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chania Sourdough Bread Class - Olive Oil Tasting 4h 30m 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sourdough-bread-baking-class-olive-oil-tasting.a50465105.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![A Private Tour of Wine, Olive Oil Tasting, and Chania Exploration](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48826077/bfce4631-b418-4205-818a-702deeb8dad1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Private Tour of Wine, Olive Oil Tasting, and Chania Exploration 4h 30m Free cancellation available £134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-olive-oil-tasting-one-day-private-tour-in-crete.a48826077.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Outdoor Workout Chania](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50286639/df9286ce-7434-4fda-bd79-dbf7c7a3bc94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Outdoor Workout Chania 1h Free cancellation available £43 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/outdoor-workout-chania.a50286639.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Modern Greek Calligraphy Workshop at Historical Cafe in Chania](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50923331/54c9eb68-34ac-47b4-9df3-1bdaaca5bb95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Modern Greek Calligraphy Workshop at Historical Cafe in Chania 2h Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/modern-greek-calligraphy-workshop-at-historical-cafe-in-chania.a50923331.activity-details?&rid=6051663&location=Platanias+Town&swp=off) ![Chania Sourdough Bread Class - Olive Oil 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6051663) ## Recommended things to do in Platanias Town | Number of things to do | 165 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [True Love in Chania: Self-Guided Romantic Puzzle Walk](/things-to-do/chania-in-quest-of-true-love-private-city-exploration-game.a46752050.activity-details): £7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Samaria the Lazy Way](/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details)[Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group](/things-to-do/sunset-trip-to-falasarna-beach.a47959454.activity-details)[Chania: Minoan's World 9D Experience](/things-to-do/chania-minoans-world-9d-museum-cinema-entrance-with-tour.a4845616.activity-details)[Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village](/things-to-do/private-tasting-of-6-cretan-wines-in-chania-greece.a48288287.activity-details)[Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkelling and Free Pick up!](/things-to-do/snorkelling-and-boat-trip-in-crete-with-free-certification.a2643925.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village](/things-to-do/private-tasting-of-6-cretan-wines-in-chania-greece.a48288287.activity-details)[Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos](/things-to-do/chania-5-wine-tasting-with-locals-in-village-near-kissamos.a46488220.activity-details)[Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste](/things-to-do/3-hour-manousakis-winery-taste-with-shuttle-service.a47015416.activity-details)[Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbour Discovery on Segways](/things-to-do/chania-old-city-venetian-harbour-discovery-on-segways.a46197296.activity-details)[Outdoor Workout Chania](/things-to-do/outdoor-workout-chania.a50286639.activity-details) | | With kids | [Samaria the Lazy Way](/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details)[Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group](/things-to-do/sunset-trip-to-falasarna-beach.a47959454.activity-details)[Chania: Minoan's World 9D Experience](/things-to-do/chania-minoans-world-9d-museum-cinema-entrance-with-tour.a4845616.activity-details)[Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkelling and Free Pick up!](/things-to-do/snorkelling-and-boat-trip-in-crete-with-free-certification.a2643925.activity-details)[Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos](/things-to-do/chania-5-wine-tasting-with-locals-in-village-near-kissamos.a46488220.activity-details) | ## What to do in Platanias Town --- ### Popular places to visit #### Platanias Square 4/5(15 reviews) Learn about the local history of Platanias Town when you spend time at Platanias Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Square-Platanias.d6278296.Attraction) #### Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete 4.5/5(14 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete, a lovely green space in Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Botanical-Park-And-Gardens-Of-Crete-Platanias.d6322288.Attraction) #### Orthodox Academy of Crete Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Orthodox Academy of Crete during your travels in Kolymvari. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orthodox-Academy-Of-Crete-Platanias.d553248634275592935.Attraction) #### Máleme Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Máleme Beach during your trip to Platanias? Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maleme-Beach-Platanias.d553248635997386301.Attraction) #### Manousakis Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Manousakis Winery during your travels to Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manousakis-Winery-Platanias.d553248621532502075.Attraction) #### Olive Tree of Vouves Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Olive Tree of Vouves during your travels in Ano Vouves. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ancient-Olive-Tree-Crete.d673100292042522624.Attraction) #### OLEA Shopping Center You can search for that perfect souvenir at OLEA Shopping Center during your stay in Platanias Town. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/OLEA-Shopping-Center-Platanias.d929146950603825152.Attraction) #### War Shelter of Platanias You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at War Shelter of Platanias during your trip to Platanias Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/War-Shelter-Of-Platanias-Platanias.d553248634979102400.Attraction) #### Sarakina Meskla Gorge Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sarakina Meskla Gorge during your travels in Platanias. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarakina-Meskla-Gorge-Platanias.d843070055083372544.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 Platanias Town ![Chania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/12a4ed3d-d4f0-4bd2-b1fb-28a0be02fbd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chania ![Panoramic aerial view of the traditional fishing village Platanias, South Pelion, Greece, with marina and waterfront promenade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035410/59e325e3-3b2b-4f9b-98dc-dba7eed6774d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Platanias ![Crete island, Greece Agia Marina beach near Chania Parasols and sun loungers on the sands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051664/1e537012-2934-4cc8-a94d-88ba6783741e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Agia Marina ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Platanias Town worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Platanias Town? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Platanias Town? ### Is three days enough to stay in Platanias Town? ### Is Platanias Town a walkable neighbourhood? ### What are some activities to do in Platanias Town with kids? > - [Samaria the Lazy Way](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details) > - [Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-trip-to-falasarna-beach.a47959454.activity-details) > - [Chania: Minoan's World 9D Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-minoans-world-9d-museum-cinema-entrance-with-tour.a4845616.activity-details) > - [Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkelling and Free Pick up!](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snorkelling-and-boat-trip-in-crete-with-free-certification.a2643925.activity-details) > - [Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chania-5-wine-tasting-with-locals-in-village-near-kissamos.a46488220.activity-details) ### What to do in Platanias Town for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Platanias Town? ![](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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