New Town Travel Guide
Rethymno
Popular places to visit
Rethymnon Venetian Port
Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethymnon Town Hall
After visiting Rethymnon Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethymnon Cathedral
After visiting Rethymnon Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethymnon Municipal Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Rethymnon Municipal Garden, a lovely green space in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
St. Anthony Gorge
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at St. Anthony Gorge during your travels in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethymnon Court House
Rethymnon Court House is just one of the places to see in Rethymno, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Top hotels in New Town
Atlantis Beach Hotel
Wonderful hotel in good location. Just a short walk to the old town for shopping, dinning, etc.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Theartemis Palace
Menta City Boutique Hotel
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful, stylish hotel. Our room was incredibly spacious, and the private deck offered a stunning view of the Mediterranean Sea. The breakfast was delicious with plenty of variety to choose from. The location is perfect, close to town but still peaceful, and the staff ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Achillion Palace
Only comment is maybe the bathroom needs updating. Staff were so helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Steris Elegant Beach Hotel
All around good standards
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Elina Hotel Apartments
Great location to access the beach, lots of shopping, and lots of dining and drinking establishments. Very walkable. Lucked out and got street parking a couple blocks away the first day, but had to do pay parking at the marina the second day. Reception staff Alex extremely helpful with calling the ...
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around New Town
Perivolia
While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.
Violi Charaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Violi Charaki and surrounding area, you can visit Fortezza Castle and Rethymnon Court House.
Atsipopoulo
While there might not be top attractions in Atsipopoulo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fortezza Castle and Rethymnon Town Hall.
Platanes
Beaches and bars are notable features of Platanes. You might consider stopping by Platanes Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Gerani
Though Gerani may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Episkopi Beach and Fortezza Castle.
Skaleta
You might appreciate the beaches and restaurants in Skaleta, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Spilies Beach and Rethimno Kart are just a few notable stops.
