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Agia Paraskevi

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Agia Paraskevi?

The bar is located right on the Agia Paraskevi.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Samurai Sushi Bar Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Agia Paraskevi?

There are 582 places to stay in the Agia Paraskevi area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3716761&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Akti Posidonos</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2077146&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elounda Panorama Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8535327&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa The View</a></li></ul>

Senior friendly

7.6

/ 10 Very good

#173 out of 478
in Crete

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About

Agia Paraskevi is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 173th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 7.1 km away from its center, the city of Καστέλλι. It is one of the beaches of Tsifliki settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a straight coastline with crystal blue water and gray fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Agia Paraskevi is fully occupied by beach clubs with restricted entrance. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

15 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Candia Beach II, which has a rating of 8.7.

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Historical

+25 ^oC +17 ^oC

Air temperature

3.2 M/S

Wind

+19 ^oC

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Tsifliki, Crete,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Pleasant

5.8/10

Cover

Bad

1/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Very good

7.8/10

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Agia Paraskevi is located in Crete within Tsifliki, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"This stunning beach is an absolute paradise for those staying at the Royal Marlin hotel."

Rashid Al-Farouq

"Nestled along the coastline lies a quaint sandy beach, adorned with comfortable sunbeds and colorful umbrellas. A beach bar and convenient restroom facilities are readily available, as well as ample parking for visitors. Adventurous types can enjoy a variety of water sports or embark on a scenic boat trip. For those seeking a more leisurely experience, rental boats and fun g..."

Nikolas Karamanlis

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"This stunning beach is an absolute paradise for those staying at the Royal Marlin hotel."

Rashid Al-Farouq

Nikolas Karamanlis

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Stays nearby

A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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12 accomodations nearby

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830m from the beach

Villa The View

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Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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380m from center

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940m from the beach

Elounda Panorama Villa

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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1.3km from center

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1.5km from the beach

Exceptional

Red Rock villa, Plaka Elounda

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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1.2km from center

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1.7km from the beach

9.7

Exceptional

Villa Oleander

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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2.1km from center

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1.7km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

Elounda Summer Apt

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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2.1km from center

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1.8km from the beach

Eagle Villa

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Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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1.8km from center

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1.8km from the beach

Elounda Blue Luxury Villa

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Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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1.4km from center

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1.9km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

Akti Posidonos

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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2.3km from center

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1.9km from the beach

Elounda Plaka Luxury Villa

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Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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1.5km from center

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1.9km from the beach

Villa Siren

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Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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1.6km from center

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2km from the beach

Plaka Bleu Apartments

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Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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1.6km from center

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2.1km from the beach

Excellent

Kelly's Urban Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Tsifliki

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2.5km from center

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Beach features

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General features

ownership
- Paid access only
- Private beach resort
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - middle, about 200 meters
- Width - sufficient

Access

Infrastructure

Additional resort features

- One resort occupies the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

Xirokampos, Greece

Minos Beach

Minos beach

7.7

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue pure water

Xirokampos 1 km

Istro, Greece

Voulismatos beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Istro 0.8 km

Malia, Greece

Malia beach

7.8

Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue pure water

Malia 1.2 km

Analipsi, Greece

Analipsi Beach

8.3

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Analipsi 0.5 km

Schisma Eloundas, Greece

Schisma Elountas

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Blue pure water

Schisma Eloundas 0.3 km

Schisma Eloundas, Greece

Elounda Beach

8.6

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Schisma Eloundas 1.7 km

Agios Nikolaos, Greece

Ammoudi beach

8.7

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Agios Nikolaos 0.9 km

Limenas Chersonisou, Greece

Hersonissos beach III

8.7

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Limenas Chersonisou 0.3 km

Anissaras, Greece

Saradari Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Anissaras 0.7 km

Anissaras, Greece

Paralia Anissaras

7.8

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Anissaras 0.5 km

Plaka, Greece

Agia Marina

7.6

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Blue pure water, Pebbles bottom

Plaka 0.4 km

Schisma Eloundas, Greece

Elounda Bay

8.6

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Schisma Eloundas 1.4 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Samurai Sushi Bar Re...• 2 min walk
Asia Deep Blue• 16 min walk
Heaven breakfast at...• 18 min walk
Anthós Dinner• 18 min walk

Attractions

Παραλία Αγία Παρασκε...• 7 min walk
ΒΕΝΖΙΝΑΠΟΘΗΚΗ• 21 min walk
Λιμάνι Ελούντας• 27 min walk
Town quay• 27 min walk

Transport

JSH• 35.1km
Sitia Bus Station• 35.7km
lti Meli Palace• 20.1km

Localities

Tsifliki• 500m
Kastelli• 7.1km

Travelers reviews

7.6/10 Very good

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Q&A

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Agia Paraskevi?

The Agia Paraskevi is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.

What are the key activities at Agia Paraskevi?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Agia Paraskevi has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Agia Paraskevi good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Agia Paraskevi is fully protected from waves.

There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Agia Paraskevi good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Agia Paraskevi secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Agia Paraskevi?

Agia Paraskevi can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Agia Paraskevi?

The bar is located right on the Agia Paraskevi.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Samurai Sushi Bar Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Agia Paraskevi?

There are 582 places to stay in the Agia Paraskevi area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Agia Paraskevi from parking?

The Agia Paraskevi has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Agia Paraskevi?

There are 4 attractions near Agia Paraskevi that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Παραλία Αγία Παρασκευή located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Agia Paraskevi?

The month with the highest temperature in Agia Paraskevi is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Agia Paraskevi (Crete island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.