Nice to explore this old town, loads of stuff to see/buy/eat. Nice looking restaurants & souvenirs. Worth a visit!

Much smaller old town than Chania - very easy to get around. Picturesque, interesting - especially if you do one of the walking tours from any guidebook.

I was in Rethmino and stayed about a half a mile away on the beach - Espera luxury villas. The town itself is filled with shops and restaurants. There is quite a variety and many bars for younger people along the shore. That doesn't start...More

Walk around Rethymnon old town and you’ll find so many beautiful alleys decorated with summer flowers, century old brick walls and pretty balconies. There are so many shopping boutiques -local handmade/produced & designer wear by Greek designers. I especially love this souvlaki stall, which by...More

The old city of Rethymnon is full of small cozy alleys and you can walk around for hours and stop here and there for a glass of wine

We loved exploring the narrow streets and browsing in the many shops. Lots of restaurants and bars. Some unusual shops selling high quality souvenirs and the usual tourist tat shops. We found some lovely hidden boutique hotels. Would be a lovely place for a short...More

A lovely old town many bars, shops and restaurants with very friendly people a great place. The harbour is a very pleasant place to sit and relax at for a meal at the many restaurants, with giant jumbo prawns & lobsters, also the steaks are...More