Agia Pelagia Beach

Agia Pelagia's marina sits tucked into one of Crete's most scenic bays, giving you easy access to a crystal-clear beach with that distinctly sun-soaked, unhurried Cretan vibe. The surrounding area has serious historical depth — Minoan and Roman finds have turned up here, so there's more to explore beyond the water. The beach itself is narrow and popular, so arriving by boat actually gets you the best of it without the sunbed scramble.