Photo of Amnissos beach with brown fine sand surface

Photo of Amnissos beach with green pure water surface

Photo of Amnissos beach with straight shore

Photo of Amnissos beach with partly clean level of cleanliness

7.8

Very good

Amnissos beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Amnissos beach?

The bar is located right on the Amnissos beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mug Coffee & More is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Amnissos beach?

There are 1623 places to stay in the Amnissos beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Amnissos beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8601388&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Naiades Hotel by Estia</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9494520&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Marble Luxury Suites</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8580450&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa di Brillanti, 2min from the beach!</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8381996&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Grey House 'by Checkin'</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6746631&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Lucky Suite</a></li></ul>

Karteros, Greece

#59 out of 478 in Crete

7.8

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Picturesque Easy access Brown fine sand Fine sand bottom Beach activities rent

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Located within the settlement

Karteros • 1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Λέσχη Αξιωματικών Φρουράς Ηρακλείου

8.4 - Very good 60m

Cafe Mug Coffee & More

90m

Cafe Alexander Café

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Cafe ANEMOS GARDEN

8.6 - Excellent 170m

Bar NEMI - Beach Bar

9.2 - Excellent 2km

Bar freddoccino beach bar

8.4 - Very good 2km

Cafe Bikini Plaz Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Bar KTEL 1st stop

7.4 - Good 2km

Restaurant Καντίνα στο Αρίνα

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Park Georgiadis Park

4.8km

Park Karavolas

6.5km

Park Tsalikáki

9.3km

Sports Complex Lido Soccer

9 - Excellent 7.6km

Market Herakleion Central Market

5.3km

Supermarket BAZAAR Discount Market

5.7km

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

5.9km

Supermarket Lidl

6.3km

Supermarket SKLAVENITIS

6.4km

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

6.5km

Supermarket Super Market Chalkiadakis

6.6km

Supermarket Σούπερ Μάρκετ ΧΑΛΚΙΑΔΑΚΗΣ

6.9km

Supermarket Lidl

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Boufos Cave

9 - Excellent 840m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Ἁγίων Θεοδόρων

7.6 - Very good 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Beach Vathianos Kampos

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Minoan Megaron at Nirou Chani

7.6 - Very good 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Heraklion Lighthouse

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Municipal art gallery outside appearanc

9 - Excellent 4.1km

Museum Knossos Palace

4.7km

Museum Heraklion Archaeological Museum

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Fountain

9 - Excellent 5km

Amusement Park Watercity Waterpark Crete

4.2km

Aquarium CRETAquarium Thalassokosmos

6.2km

Amusement Center Dinosauria Park

6.7km

Historical Landmark Palazzo di Cnosso

4.7km

Historical Landmark Bembo fountain

5.3km

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About

Amnissos beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 59th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 40.8 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Karteros settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.

It is a straight coastline with green pure water and brown fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Amnissos beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Arena beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Amnissos beach is located in Crete within Karteros, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+30 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

3.7 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Karteros • 1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Λέσχη Αξιωματικών Φρουράς Ηρακλείου

8.4 - Very good 60m

Cafe Mug Coffee & More

90m

Cafe Alexander Café

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Cafe ANEMOS GARDEN

8.6 - Excellent 170m

Bar NEMI - Beach Bar

9.2 - Excellent 2km

Bar freddoccino beach bar

8.4 - Very good 2km

Cafe Bikini Plaz Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Bar KTEL 1st stop

7.4 - Good 2km

Restaurant Καντίνα στο Αρίνα

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Park Georgiadis Park

4.8km

Park Karavolas

6.5km

Park Tsalikáki

9.3km

Sports Complex Lido Soccer

9 - Excellent 7.6km

Market Herakleion Central Market

5.3km

Supermarket BAZAAR Discount Market

5.7km

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

5.9km

Supermarket Lidl

6.3km

Supermarket SKLAVENITIS

6.4km

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

6.5km

Supermarket Super Market Chalkiadakis

6.6km

Supermarket Σούπερ Μάρκετ ΧΑΛΚΙΑΔΑΚΗΣ

6.9km

Supermarket Lidl

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Boufos Cave

9 - Excellent 840m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Ἁγίων Θεοδόρων

7.6 - Very good 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Beach Vathianos Kampos

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Minoan Megaron at Nirou Chani

7.6 - Very good 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Heraklion Lighthouse

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Municipal art gallery outside appearanc

9 - Excellent 4.1km

Museum Knossos Palace

4.7km

Museum Heraklion Archaeological Museum

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Fountain

9 - Excellent 5km

Amusement Park Watercity Waterpark Crete

4.2km

Aquarium CRETAquarium Thalassokosmos

6.2km

Amusement Center Dinosauria Park

6.7km

Historical Landmark Palazzo di Cnosso

4.7km

Historical Landmark Bembo fountain

5.3km

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Located at nearest locality

Karteros • 6.6km from center

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Karteros • 9.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

What to do in Amnissos beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Amnissos beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Nearest Beaches

2.5km

Arena beach Arena beach

7.8 Very good

3.3km

Arena beach II Arena beach II

7.6 Very good

4.2km

Kokkini Beach Kokkini Beach

6.8 Good

5.1km

Paralia Kokkini Chani Paralia Kokkini Chani

6.7 Good

7.2km

Gournes Beach Gournes Beach

5.8 Pleasant

8km

Gouves beach Gouves beach

6.7 Good

8.5km

Marina Beach Marina Beach

7.5 Very good

9.5km

Beach Gouves Beach Gouves

6.7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Karteros • 1km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 40.8km

Transport

Airport

HER • 2.9km

Bus Station

Bus station Tympaki • 49.6km

Train Station

Club Calimera Sunshine Kreta • 8.8km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

Z Y.

8 Very good

The beach near Heraklion has a lovely sandy shore, and the water is crystal clear. It's convenient that they have bars and sunbeds available. Although there are more breathtaking beaches on Crete with better water quality and stunning views, none of them are as close to the city as this one.

1 year ago

Seth Vike

4 Frustrating

During our two-week stay in Crete, we found that this beach was the least enjoyable. However, it should be noted that the beach is easily accessible.

1 year ago

Lira Kao

10 Exceptional

We had a great time at the beach. It was a bit breezy, but that's to be expected. We loved watching planes come in and out of the nearby airport, but the noise didn't bother us. The water was perfect, and there weren't too many rocks. We rented an umbrella and some lounge chairs for 7€ and ordered lunch and cocktails from News Cafe Beach. I suggest getting there early because it fills up fast. We arrived at 10:30 and there were plenty of chairs available, but they were all taken by early afternoon. Overall, we had a great day and would definitely come back!

1 year ago

Jovana Lukic Mihajlovic

8 Very good

The beach did not quite live up to the expectations of being a paradise-like destination in Greece as depicted in pictures. However, it is easily accessible and still offers a pleasant experience.

1 year ago

Daren

10 Exceptional

The beach is really nice, although it can get a bit windy. It has a sandy shore and a variety of amenities, such as hotels with bars, toilets, and sunbeds. If you want to rent sunbeds for the day, you can do so at the Sentido Unique Blue Resort for €30, which also gives you access to the hotel facilities and waiter service on the beach. This beach is a great option if you're only visiting Heraklion for the day, like we did on a cruise. It's just a 10-minute taxi ride from the port, and the fare is around €20 each way. The airport runway is located at the end of the beach, which is ideal for plane enthusiasts. However, the planes are far enough away that they won't disturb you.

1 year ago

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Amnissos beach?

The Amnissos beach is covered with brown fine sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is clean and almost blue in sunny weather. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Amnissos beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Amnissos beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Amnissos beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Amnissos beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Amnissos beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Amnissos beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Amnissos beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

What are the key audiences of Amnissos beach?

Amnissos beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Amnissos beach?

The bar is located right on the Amnissos beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mug Coffee & More is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Amnissos beach?

There are 1623 places to stay in the Amnissos beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Amnissos beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Amnissos beach from parking?

The Amnissos beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Amnissos beach?

There are 3 attractions near Amnissos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Boufos Cave located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Amnissos beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Amnissos beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

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Karteros, Greece

Restaurant Λέσχη Αξιωματικών Φρουράς Ηρακλείου

Cafe Mug Coffee & More

Cafe Alexander Café

Cafe ANEMOS GARDEN

Bar NEMI - Beach Bar

Bar freddoccino beach bar

Cafe Bikini Plaz Beach

Bar KTEL 1st stop

Restaurant Καντίνα στο Αρίνα

Park Georgiadis Park

Park Karavolas

Park Tsalikáki

Sports Complex Lido Soccer

Market Herakleion Central Market

Supermarket BAZAAR Discount Market

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket SKLAVENITIS

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

Supermarket Super Market Chalkiadakis

Supermarket Σούπερ Μάρκετ ΧΑΛΚΙΑΔΑΚΗΣ

Supermarket Lidl

Tourist Attraction Boufos Cave

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Ἁγίων Θεοδόρων

Tourist Attraction Beach Vathianos Kampos

Tourist Attraction Minoan Megaron at Nirou Chani

Tourist Attraction Heraklion Lighthouse

Tourist Attraction Municipal art gallery outside appearanc

Museum Knossos Palace

Museum Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Tourist Attraction Fountain

Amusement Park Watercity Waterpark Crete

Aquarium CRETAquarium Thalassokosmos

Amusement Center Dinosauria Park

Historical Landmark Palazzo di Cnosso

Historical Landmark Bembo fountain

About

Weather

Karteros, Crete,

Restaurant Λέσχη Αξιωματικών Φρουράς Ηρακλείου

Cafe Mug Coffee & More

Cafe Alexander Café

Cafe ANEMOS GARDEN

Bar NEMI - Beach Bar

Bar freddoccino beach bar

Cafe Bikini Plaz Beach

Bar KTEL 1st stop

Restaurant Καντίνα στο Αρίνα

Park Georgiadis Park

Park Karavolas

Park Tsalikáki

Sports Complex Lido Soccer

Market Herakleion Central Market

Supermarket BAZAAR Discount Market

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket SKLAVENITIS

Supermarket Super Market Xalkiadakis

Supermarket Super Market Chalkiadakis

Supermarket Σούπερ Μάρκετ ΧΑΛΚΙΑΔΑΚΗΣ

Supermarket Lidl

Tourist Attraction Boufos Cave

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Ἁγίων Θεοδόρων

Tourist Attraction Beach Vathianos Kampos

Tourist Attraction Minoan Megaron at Nirou Chani

Tourist Attraction Heraklion Lighthouse

Tourist Attraction Municipal art gallery outside appearanc

Museum Knossos Palace

Museum Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Tourist Attraction Fountain

Amusement Park Watercity Waterpark Crete

Aquarium CRETAquarium Thalassokosmos

Amusement Center Dinosauria Park

Historical Landmark Palazzo di Cnosso

Historical Landmark Bembo fountain

Stays nearby

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