Info about Agia Marina
Agia Marina, once a charming little fishing village, has grown into a popular seaside resort with excellent shallow beaches. The beaches are ideal for children and water sports activities such as jet skiing, snorkeling, paragliding, and banana boat rides behind speedboats.
In Agia Marina, you’ll find almost everything you could want for a holiday: Greek taverns, international restaurants, bars, cafés, and shopping opportunities.
Even though Agia Marina has developed into a lively tourist town, you can still experience the old, cozy part of the village located behind the beachfront area. Here, you’ll find several taverns and hotels, and despite the tourists, this part of town retains its Greek charm.
Agia Marina offers all kinds of accommodation options, whether you are young and looking for a lively atmosphere, a family searching for an affordable hotel with a pool and charm, or seeking a more luxurious hotel that exudes quality and provides a bit more service.
There are also plenty of activities for children, including play parks, bouncy castles, mini-golf, and electric cars – sure to delight kids and the young at heart.
Agia Marina is just 2 km from Platanias, a slightly larger town with a wealth of restaurants, bars, and shops. If you’re looking for an even bigger city, Chania is only 9–10 km away, offering a wide range of restaurants, bars, and shops. Chania also features the market hall and the old Venetian harbor, both of which are absolutely worth a visit.
Off the coast of Agia Marina lies the protected island of Agii Theodori, home to the rare wild goat, the Kri-Kri. In 1930, Agii Theodori was designated a nature reserve where human access is prohibited. However, on June 8th, during the saint's festival, boats are allowed to bring visitors to the island, where they can visit the church there.