Gouves is located on the main coastal road of northern
Crete, just 20minutes from Heraklion airport and only €15 in a taxi. It is ideal for a quiet relaxing holiday. This small and compact resort is both welcoming and friendly.
Gouves is home to a golden sandy beach, where you will find an array of water sports. Along the beachfront there are souvenir shops and supermarkets, as well as tavernas and restaurants where you can sit back, relax and enjoy a drink whilst watching the sunset. There is a main street running through
Gouves starting from the main road and leading to the beach front. Along the main street there is an abundance of discos, bars, tavernas, international restaurants souvenir shops and boutiques.
Just 20 minutes west of
Gouves is the capital of
Crete, Heraklion which is quite a cosmopolitan city, great shopping with shops including Mango, Zara and even Marks & Spencer. Heraklion is also home to the archaeological Museum, as well as Knossos Minoan Palace, which are ideal for those of you wanting to find out about the history of Crete. Gouves is also an ideal location to reach popular waterparks.
