Stalis Things to Do

Stalis (sometimes called Stalida) has a great range of sandy beaches which are divided by rocks. All the family can have a great time playing beach games, paddling or swimming in the cool sea, or simply lying back on beach beds and topping up those holiday tans as the temperature soars. There are also plenty of watersports on offer!

 

If you’ve packed your dancing shoes and fancy a great night out, but the non-stop action of nearby youth holiday resort Malia is just not what you’re into, then Stalis has some good discos where you can let yourself go and dance the night away until late. (Note: A mini-train from Stalis to Malia is available for those who would like to explore the resort in the daytime).

 

For a relaxing drink (or two!) and a friendly chat with other holidaymakers or local people, Stalis has plenty of bars. You could also grab a bite to eat at one of the numerous beachside tavernas.

 

Checking out other local resorts from Stalis is so easy thanks to the excellent public transport connections available from there. At Hersonissos (only 3 miles away), as well as places to shop, there are numerous beaches and small coves, and you could also visit Lychnostatis – the wonderful Open-Air Museum of Crete. Local buses also go east to Aghios Nikolaos, Elounda and west to Heraklion.

 

From Stalis you could take a boat trip to Santorini Island – long considered one of the most beautiful islands in all of Crete. Once there, you could top up your tan at the Perissa, Kamari or Red Beach. Or, if you’re feeling a little adventurous, why not explore the impressive cliff-top villages? Setting sail for Spinalonga Island could also be part of your holiday itinerary. In 1579 the Venetians built a magnificent fortress there over the ruins of an acropolis.

 

As well as exploring local traditional Crete villages (on foot or by bicycle), a trip to the rugged and rocky Dikti Mountains is not to be missed. As well as taking in the breathtaking scenery as you hike, you could go rock climbing or even saddle up and trot on horseback along rugged mountain paths which are bordered by lovely wildflowers.