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The Best Things to Do in Crete with Kids
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The Palace of Knossos
, Knosos
Built over a Neolithic town, The Palace of Knossos represented the ceremonial and political center of Minoan civilization on Crete. English a

Fortress Spinalonga
, Elounda
Fortress Spinalonga sits as a rocky islet floating in the blue waters of the Gulf of Elounda. The region's 16th century Venetian rulers carve

Elafonissi Beach
, Elafonissi
Located on a tiny islet famous for its white sands, Elafonissi Beach offers warm and shallow waters, an ideal setting for families with small

Cretaquarium - Thalassocosmos
, Gournes
Get close to hundreds of species of Mediterranean sea life at Cretaquarium - Thalassocosmos. Relevant for both kids and adults, the aquarium

Balos Lagoon
, Kissamos
Balos Lagoon resides on the uninhabited island off the northwestern coast of Crete. The lagoon features warm and shallow waters, making it a
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BEST FOR: Beach, Hiking Trail, Stand-Up Paddleboarding
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BEST FOR: Ruin
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BEST FOR: Island, Beach, Gift & Specialty Shop
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BEST FOR: Beach, Gift & Specialty Shop, History Museum
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BEST FOR: Aquarium, Water Park, Theme Park
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Well-developed beaches remain the major draw for holidaymakers touring Crete with kids, but this sunny island offers travelers more than just sea and sand. The island capital, Heraklion provides an ideal base for exploring the remains of the enchanting Minoan civilization at The Palace of Knossos, which continues to amaze visitors nearly 3,000 years after its demise. A full-day excursion to the 16th-century Fortress Spinalonga is a great way to feed your kids with the little island's Venetian history, while giving them enough time to enjoy the shallow, calm waters at one of its several beaches. Offering an ideal setting for families with small children, Elafonissi Beach remains one of Crete's top attractions.