Crete When the Summer Ends

The biggest Greek island of all enjoys a fantastic position in the southern portion of the Mediterranean. September marks the end of summer in the rest of Europe, with cloudier skies and colder temperatures.

However, September in Crete is still summer!

It's certainly true that you won't find the scorching heat that's typical of August, but the temperatures are high, and going to the beach or enjoying outdoor adventures is a common thing to do on the island.

Although many tourists choose to spend their holidays in Crete during this month, crowds show a small decline as many children go back to school in September all over Europe. September is a great month for older couples, families with small kids, and young adults with a more limited budget. As a matter of fact, prices for flights, car rental, and accommodation start going down.

1. Going to the Beach
Going to the beach remains one of the top and most popular things to do in Crete in September. You can explore lesser-known coasts if you choose beaches in the south, or you can try popular places such as Balos or Elafonisi.

3. Visiting a Museum
There are hundreds of other interesting museums even in small villages as well as several archaeological museums in Chania, Rethymnon, Sita, Agios Nikolaos, Kissamos, and Ierapetra. There are different ecclesiastic museums, some of them inside different monasteries, or you can pick the interesting war museum in Askifou Plateau or the unique Maritime Museum in Chania.

5. Embarking on a Road Trip
Driving in Crete is one of the best experiences you can pick for an unforgettable vacation. It was the way we used to tour the island before we moved here and, for me, it remains the most exciting kind of trip.

7. Visit the incredible wineries and enjoy a glass or two
With such a huge selection of wonderful wines and local varieties to try, taking an organised excursion to the wineries of the region to sample local flavours. Local establishements with world renowned fame such as the infamous Dourakis or Manousakis wineries are a must to see, along with smaller distilleries.