Visiting Spinalonga: what to know
- Tickets
- Boat and site tickets are separate; check current prices
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Best time
- Morning
- Getting there
- Boat from Plaka or Elounda
Crete itineraries with Spinalonga
Spinalonga is on day 2
Day 2 of Crete in 5 Days
Spinalonga and the east
How Spinalonga fits into a day.- 8:30Drive to PlakaPlaka
- 10:00SpinalongaSpinalonga
- 13:30Lunch in PlakaPlaka
- 16:00Agios NikolaosAgios Nikolaos
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Spinalonga FAQs
Which boat is shortest?
From Plaka, a crossing of a few minutes; Elounda boats take about 15 minutes.
Is there shade on Spinalonga?
Not much, so bring water and a hat.
Is Spinalonga open year-round?
No, it usually opens from April to October; boats and the site close in winter.
