Attraction
Arkadi Monastery
Rethymno, Crete
About Arkadi Monastery
The Monastery of Arkadi lies about 23 km south-east of Rethymno. Its Renaissance-style church dates to 1587. The monastery is closely associated with the events of 1866 during the Cretan revolt and is a national monument.
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More to see around Rethymno
VillageMargarites
A pottery village in the Rethymno hinterland with a long ceramics tradition.
VillageAnogia
A mountain village on the slopes of Psiloritis, known for weaving and Cretan music.
AttractionFortezza of Rethymno
The Venetian fortress on the Paleokastro hill above Rethymno old town.
BeachPreveli Beach
A palm-lined river mouth beach on the south coast of Rethymno, at the exit of the Kourtaliotiko Gorge.
Information source: Region of Crete official tourism portal · last checked 16/09/2026
Good to know
- Is Arkadi Monastery worth visiting?
- Arkadi Monastery is one of the attraction highlights we list in Crete. This page covers what to know before you go and which restaurants are nearby.
- Where can I eat near Arkadi Monastery?
- Nearby restaurants are listed on this page. Those already on Woltaro can be booked online; the others are shown for reference with their address and map location.
- When is the best time to visit Arkadi Monastery?
- Shoulder season, late spring and early autumn, is generally quieter and cooler than midsummer, when popular spots in Crete are busiest around midday.
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