Plakias is located on the south coast of Crete with easy access from Heraklion and Chania airports and other means of transportation. The village is famous for its long sandy beaches all with crystal clear water. The landscape is amazing too, surrounded by olive trees, small rivers, gorges and tall mountains. Just 5 to 15 minutes drive, visitors of Plakias Riviera can enjoy the beautiful beaches of Souda, Damnoni, Ammoudaki, Ammoudi, Skinaria and the famous Preveli palm beach.
Activities such as water sports, snorkeling, horse riding, trekking, cycling or mountain biking can guarantee you unforgettable experiences.
If you want to taste the authentic Cretan cuisine, Plakias offers a great variety of restaurants or family tavernas with excellent food. For night lovers, there is an interesting variety of cafes and bars to sit or dance till late at night.