From the harbor of Agia Galini towards the village you have one of the most beautiful views of Greece. The old fishing village is build like an amphitheater stepwise into the mountains.
Placed at the south coast of Crete right in the middle, Agia Galini is the ideal starting point to explore the island.

The Ida Mountains and the ancient places of Phaistos and Gortys are nearby.
Visit also the surrounding villages as Matala with its famous caves, the beautiful sandy beach of Kalamaki and Kommos, as the villages Kamilari and Sivas. The mountain villages Zaros or Kamares are well worth a visit.

The cities Heraklion, Chania, Rethymnon and Agios Nikolaos are evidence of former civilizations and attractive points of view at the north coast for a daytrip.
From Agia Galini you can explore a lot of coves and walkways in the surrounding area by foot, with car are by boat.
Taverns, Kafenions and small shops build up the touristy facilities in the traditional picturesque village. In Agia Galini you can relax and enjoy the cretan livestyle.