4.7out of 5 on Google
4.5/ 5 Google
On Crete, Preveli beach is an undeveloped beach. Underfoot it is a mix of sand and pebbles. It is reached on foot only — bring water and proper shoes.
It scores 4.5 out of 5 from 11,253 Google reviews — a volume few places in Greece reach.
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Where to stay nearby
Live prices and availability on a map centred on this exact spot — hotels, studios and villas — so you can judge the distance to the beach, the port or the village from here rather than guess from an address.
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Tours, boat trips & tickets
Boat trips, guided tours of the ancient sites and tickets bookable ahead — free cancellation on most.
- Balos lagoon & GramvousaThe boat from Kissamos avoids the long dirt road to Balos and adds the Venetian fortress on Gramvousa.See boat trips →
- Elafonisi day tripThe pink-tinged lagoon in the far southwest is a long drive from anywhere; a coach trip spares you the road.See day trips →
- Spinalonga islandThe Venetian fortress and former leper colony, a short boat ride from Plaka or Elounda.See boat trips →
- Samaria Gorge hikeA long, all-day downhill walk to the Libyan Sea, open only in the warm season. Organised trips solve the logistics at both ends, including the boat out.See guided tours →
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Frequently asked
Where is Preveli beach?
The address is Preveli beach, 740 60, in Crete, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
How do you get to Preveli beach?
It is reached only on foot, down a path — wear proper shoes and carry water.
Is Preveli beach sandy or pebbly?
The beach is a mix of sand and pebbles.
Is Preveli beach worth it?
It holds 4.5 out of 5 from 11,253 Google reviews. Treat the rating as a starting point, not a verdict, and read a few recent reviews too.
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