What is the currency?
The currency in Crete is the Euro (EUR), symbolised by €
What is the time zone?
Crete operates on Eastern European Time (EET), which is GMT+2, and Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) during daylight saving, GMT+3.
What is the weather like?
Crete enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with average summer temperatures reaching 30°C and winter temperatures around 15°C.
Top things to see & do
Explore the ancient ruins of the Palace of Knossos, hike through the stunning Samaria Gorge, and relax on the beautiful Elafonissi Beach.
Top local cuisine to try
Savor Moussaka, a layered dish of eggplant, minced meat, and béchamel sauce; try Dakos, a traditional Cretan salad with barley rusks, tomatoes, and feta cheese; and enjoy fresh Seafood Souvlaki, skewered grilled fish marinated in lemon and herbs.