Agia Fotia Beach

Located on the eastern coast of Crete, near the town of Sitia, Agia Fotia Beach is a small golden sand pebbly beach with many rocky portions.  The beach has a beautiful backdrop of rugged cliffs, olive groves, and an abandoned building, creating a picturesque setting along the Mediterranean Sea.  The beach's name "Agia Fotia" means "Saint Fire," which is a reference to a nearby small chapel dedicated to Agia Fotini.

Agia Fotia Beach, Crete, does not have lifeguards or any other amenities except a few nearby hotels, so plan your trip accordingly.

Agia Fotia Beach, Crete, Greece, offers a few fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, and hiking.  If you plan to go into the water, you can go swimming, but we recommend being careful as water is known for its strong and steady wind, the Meltemi winds that blow almost all year round.  Unfortunately, due to their orientation, they collect a lot of garbage.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.   The beach's natural beauty, especially at sunset, makes it a popular spot for photographers.  The beach is ideal for visitors looking for a tranquil beach experience, as it sees comparatively fewer visitors than its neighboring beaches.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach, which is open from sunrise until sunset.

Agia Fotia Beach does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Agia Fotia Beach, Sitia, is easy - the beach has a parking lot located at Epar.Od. Sitias - Palekastrou - Vai, Sitia 723 00, Greece, which provides easy access to the beach.  You may refer to the Agia Fotia Beach map for locational details.

The beach is known for its quiet, serene atmosphere, making it a peaceful getaway where visitors can enjoy the stunning colors of the sun setting over the Mediterranean Sea.

There are many attractions near Agia Fotia Beach.  Sitia is a small coastal town located on the northeastern coast of Crete, renowned for its traditional Cretan architecture, picturesque harbor, vibrant local markets, churches, monasteries, a museum, a fortress, beaches, traditional taverns, cafes, and historical sites that offer a glimpse into authentic Cretan life and its vibrant culture.  The Archaeological Museum of Sitia showcases a diverse range of artifacts from the ancient Minoan, Roman, and Byzantine periods, including pottery, frescoes, sculptures, coins, mosaics, and inscriptions that provide insights into the rich history of the region.  Toplou Monastery is one of the most significant and historic monasteries on the island of Crete, featuring a classic Byzantine architectural style, including a fortified structure with high walls, a large courtyard, and a distinctive bell tower.  It also has a small museum on-site displaying religious artifacts, manuscripts, icons, and traditional robes that provide insights into the monastery's historical significance.

Zakros Gorge, also known as the Gorge of the Dead, is a beautiful gorge with high walls and big caves on them.  These caves are the ancient Minoan cemetery that was discovered in the gorge, where tombs were carved into the cliffs.  Hikers can explore many moderately challenging trails that wind through rugged terrain, featuring impressive rock formations, lush vegetation, and the valley below.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, The Ancient City of Itanos, known for its role as a trading and cultural center of the region, was established during the Minoan period and continued to be significant through the Roman and Byzantine periods.  Visitors can explore the remains of various structures, including temples, public buildings, Roman baths, residential areas, and a museum that offer a deeper understanding of the city's history.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Agia Fotia Beach.  Glaros Beach Bar is positioned near the beach and serves amazing salads, pasta, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Grandes Seaside Restaurant is another beachfront restaurant that serves delicious salads, pasta, meat, seafood, and poultry dishes.  Aliais serves incredible Greek-inspired dishes, including salads, seafood, and meat dishes.  Surf Beach - Snack Bar Kouremenos serves amazing seafood.  If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant nearby, Hiona Taverna serves incredible salads, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for Agia Fotia Beach, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star Sitia Beach City Resort & Spa is nine minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including an indoor and two outdoor pools, a spa with a hammam and a sauna, a fitness center, tennis and volleyball courts, hot tubs, and restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Hotel Galinis, which offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool and free WiFi.  Another moderately priced option is the 3-Star Hotel Kouremenos Beach, which has several amenities, including a garden, free WiFi, and a kitchen in all rooms.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Castri Village Hotel, which offers several amenities, including an outdoor pool and a terrace with sea views.  If you are looking for another affordable hotel, Grandes Apartments Kouremenos offers a few amenities, including a terrace and a dining room.