The Best Beaches in Heraklion

Heraklion is a city located on the island of Crete in Greece. Known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes, it is a popular destination for tourists from around the world.

Ammoudara Beach is a popular destination known for its warm, clean, and clear water. It offers a serene and relaxing atmosphere despite its distance from the city center. Karteros Beach is known for its clean sand and crystal clear aquamarine surf, and offers a unique attraction of viewing landing planes. Tobruk Beach is an underrated beach known for its long stretch of deep sand and clear waters of the Cretan Sea, far from the crowds. Psaromoura Beach is a small, somewhat secluded beach known for its high water level and spectacular coastal views. It offers a sense of privacy and is never overly crowded. Helleniperamata is a picturesque beach known for its unique mix of sandy and rocky terrain, and a cool river delta where the water mixes up even behind the Aptera hotel.

For more detailed information on these beaches, including a map of their locations, refer to our guide below. The guide also provides a more extensive list of beaches in the area, the best time to visit Heraklion, and much more.

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Top Beaches in Heraklion

TOP-TIER BEACH

4.2km from Heraklion center

Ammoudara Beach

Ammoudara Beach is a popular destination located on the island of Heraklion. It is known for its warm, clean, and clear water, making it a favorite sp...

6.1km from Heraklion center

Karteros Beach

Karteros Beach is a sandy beach located just east of Heraklion's airport. It is known for its clean sand and crystal clear aquamarine surf. However, t...

7km from Heraklion center

Tobruk Beach

Tobruk Beach is a picturesque location situated on the north shore, just a few minutes outside Heraklion. This underrated beach is known for its long ...

TOP-TIER BEACH

13.3km from Heraklion center

Psaromoura Beach

Psaromoura Beach is a small, somewhat secluded beach known for its high water level and spectacular coastal views. The beach is nestled in a stall pro...

6.7km from Heraklion center

Helleniperamata

Helleniperamata is a picturesque beach located west of Amoudara Beach, with a river serving as the dividing line between them. The beach is known for ...

TOP-TIER BEACH

9.5km from Heraklion center

Arena Beach

Arena Beach is a popular sandy beach located in Kokkini Chani, near Heraklion. Known for its spaciousness and cleanliness, it offers a wide expanse of...

6.7km from Heraklion center

Amnissos Beach

Amnissos Beach is a sandy stretch located near Heraklion, Crete. It is known for its clear waters and sunny weather, making it one of the best beaches...

22.8km from Heraklion center

Sarantari Beach

Sarantari Beach is a picturesque beach located in the area of Hersonissos, on the north east of Crete. The beach is known for its crystal clear, blue ...

23.1km from Heraklion center

Limanakia Beach

Limanakia Beach is a small, picturesque beach known for its crystal clear water and beautiful sand. The beach is characterized by its natural features...

8.5km from Heraklion center

Paralia Pantanassas

Paralia Pantanassas is a charming beach located in proximity to the city of Heraklion. It is admired for its stunning oceanic views and abundant shade...

12.3km from Heraklion center

Gournes Beach

Gournes Beach is a long, sandy beach located in Crete. The beach is characterized by its shallow waters, making it an ideal location for families and ...

12.8km from Heraklion center

Paralia Agia Pelagia

Paralia Agia Pelagia is a beach known for its clean, clear water, making it an ideal spot for snorkeling. The beach is characterized by small stones a...

15.5km from Heraklion center

Marina Beach

Marina Beach is a charming little beach known for its calm waters, making it an ideal spot for a peaceful day out. The beach is located within an encl...

9.1km from Heraklion center

Paralia Paleokastro

Paralia Paleokastro is a picturesque beach situated in the Gazi Municipal Unit on the island of Crete. It is nestled within a small bay, offering stun...

10.6km from Heraklion center

Thalassa Konaki Beach

Thalassa Konaki Beach is located in Kokini Hani. The beach is characterized by its calm waters, making it an ideal location for swimming. However, the...

12.8km from Heraklion center

Fylakes Beach

Fylakes Beach is a picturesque beach located near the main beach and Hirakleion in Crete. It is known for its unique natural characteristics, includin...

22.1km from Heraklion center

Anissaras Main Beach

Anissaras Main Beach is a popular destination located on the island of Crete. The beach is known for its unique natural characteristics, including sma...

23.3km from Heraklion center

Chersonissos

The beautiful Chersonissos beach is situated just slightly northwest of the charming city of Hersonissos, Greece. It boasts a stunning sandy landscape...