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Trip Planner :  Europe  /  Greece  /  Crete  /  Heraklion Prefecture  /  Malia

Malia

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Ruins Nightlife Beaches
Located in an area inhabited since Neolithic times, Malia serves as one of Crete's major party zones. Drawing a young crowd of pleasure seekers with its frenzied nightlife, at the height of the season this small coastal town rivals Ibiza in terms of big crowds and even bigger parties. Despite this, Malia's old town remains a pocket of sophistication and culture. Within this district you can discover the quintessential Cretan labyrinth of narrow backstreets and cozy taverns. History buffs can also explore the remains of a Minoan palace, the site of ongoing excavations since the 1920s. Malia is in Heraklion Prefecture. Add Malia and other destinations to your itinerary using our Greece road trip planning tool, and learn about what to see, what to do, and where to stay.
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Top tours near Malia
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Malia Minoan Palace
3.1
Duration:1 h 30 min
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Off-Road Tours
4.8
Duration:5 h
Potamos Beach
4.4
Duration:4 h
Olivia Shop
5.0
Duration:30 min

Side trips from Malia

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The Palace of Knossos
Knosos
3.1
Duration:3 h
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Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Heraklion
4.6
Duration:2 h
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Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre
Hersonissos
4.6
Duration:1 h 30 min
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Fortress Spinalonga
Elounda
4.4
Duration:2 h 30 min

Hidden gems in Malia

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KartLand Malia
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Duration:2 h
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GreekLand
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Boat Tours & Water Sports
3.7
Duration:3 h
Aeolos Beach Water Park & Water Sports
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Duration:8 h
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Places to visit with Malia

Heraklion BEST FOR: History Museum, Fountain, Room Escape Game
Rethymnon BEST FOR: Historic Site, Religious Site, Beach
Chania Town BEST FOR: Marina, Scuba / Snorkeling, Beach
Elounda BEST FOR: Island, Beach, Gift & Specialty Shop
Kissamos BEST FOR: Beach, Gift & Specialty Shop, History Museum
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