Museum
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Heraklion, Greece
The world's best collection of Minoan art, from frescoes to the Phaistos Disc.
Beach · Greece · Crete
Vai Palm Beach
A beach backed by a rare natural palm grove on the eastern tip of Crete.
about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Vai Palm Beach matters
Vai is known for its palm grove right behind the beach, unusual for Europe. The sand is light and the water clear. It is far east, so plan a long day trip or stay nearby. It can be busy in summer.
Talking points
- The palm grove is a natural rarity.
- It is on the far eastern edge of Crete.
- Summer crowds are heavy.
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