CRETE TOP 10

The world’s favourite pocket travel guides

Perfect for a short stay, Top 10 Crete is your essential Crete travel guide. Top 10 lists showcase the island's highlights, so you can spend less time researching and more time exploring. It’s compact and easy to carry, too, and filled with expert tips and clear maps to guide you on the go.

Inside this Crete guide book, you’ll find:

- Top 10 lists covering the must-sees and must-dos – from the ancient ruins in Knossos to walking the scenic Samaria Gorge
- Crete’s best areas to explore, including Chania, Heraklion, and Rethymno
- Recommendations for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping
- Themed lists including the best beach resorts, mountain walks, local dishes, and more
- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a weekend or a week
- Laminated pull-out map, plus detailed area maps for easy navigation

For longer trips and more on Crete's culture, history, and attractions, pair this pocket guide with our classic DK Greek Islands travel guide.

Instantly recognizable for our bold visual design, DK Travel has been helping people explore the world for over 30 years. From our classic DK Eyewitness guides to the utterly unique Top 10 pocket series, our practical books combine striking photography, cultural insights, and best-in-class maps to make every trip special. And that’s only part of our story. We also publish inspiring coffee-table collections and stories that celebrate the people, places, and passions that fuel your armchair wanderlust. Whether you’re dreaming, planning, or reminiscing, DK Travel brings the world to you, wherever you want to go.