Discover Agii Apostoli

Beaches as a point of reference

Agii Apostoli is shaped by its beaches and the amenities around them. The beaches’ orientation protects them from occasional winds on Crete’s north coast. This is a distinctive feature of the local landscape and a helpful consideration for anyone taking the coastline into account when planning a trip.

Around the beaches, there are beach bars, tavernas, restaurants, supermarkets, souvenir shops, car rental agencies and a pharmacy. The nearby amenities therefore range from dining and shopping to practical services. Individual businesses may change; if you are planning to use a particular facility, it is best to check in advance that it is currently available.

Grove and church

The grove in Agii Apostoli also offers a focus of its own. It has outdoor fitness equipment, a running track and a playground. The different facilities cater to different interests, ranging from outdoor exercise to a designated play area. As details of the facilities may change over time, if you are planning a visit specifically around them, it is advisable to check their current condition.

Another feature of the area is the church of Agioi Apostoloi. It stands on the peninsula on the west side of the beach. Its precise location provides a cultural landmark within the beach landscape. Thus, alongside its beaches and the amenities around them, Agii Apostoli also has a specific building that helps visitors find their bearings in the area.

Bus connections and planning

The beaches of Agii Apostoli are regularly served by public buses from Chania. As bus connections may change, it is a good idea to check the current timetable before travelling. For planning purposes, you can consider two aspects separately: the beach amenities on site and the bus service to the beaches from Chania.

Cultural context in the wider destination of Chania

The wider destination of Chania encompasses other cultural attractions. The permanent exhibition of the Archaeological Museum of Chania is spread across three ground-floor galleries and one gallery on the upper floor. It presents archaeological evidence from the Chania regional unit spanning several centuries. The exhibition thus combines a clearly defined layout with a broad time span.

Chania’s Old Town features Venetian mansions, old hammams, minarets and churches along its historic streets. The Venetian Harbour was built in the 14th century for trade and protection from pirate raids. The two examples represent different aspects of the city’s history: in the Old Town, you will encounter several types of historic buildings, while the harbour’s origins link both trade and protection.

Theriso is also part of the wider destination of Chania. During the 1905 Revolution, the historic village was the headquarters of the Cretan rebels under Eleftherios Venizelos. The Historical and Folklore Museum of Theriso is located in the former headquarters building of Venizelos and the Theriso Movement of 1905. The Eleftherios Venizelos Gorge, through which you reach the historic village of Theriso, is 6 km long in total.

Discover more destinations: Ayía Roúmeli, Theriso, Vatolakkos, Alikampos, Paralia Kourna, Deliana, Epanochori, Sternes

For the wider travel guide: Chania.