Spinalonga Island
Historic island with Venetian fortress and Greece's last leper colony (until 1957). Inspired Victoria Hislop's novel 'The Island'. Accessible by boat from Elounda or Plaka.
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Practical Information
Prices verified: Jan 20, 2026Entrance Fee
Foreigners
Adult
20 EUR~20.0 $
Child
10 EUR~10.0 $
Senior
10 EUR~10.0 $
Locals
Adult
10 EUR~10.0 $
Senior
2 EUR~2.0 $
Entrance fee excludes boat. Organized tours cost 30-70 EUR
Best Time to Visit
Morning to avoid crowds. Spring or autumn for milder weather. Allow 1.5-2 hours on the island.
Connectivity & Services
Wheelchair access
Not accessibleAudio guide
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restrooms
information
boat tours
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Boats depart from Elounda (20 min), Plaka (10 min) or Agios Nikolaos (45 min). Buy tickets at the harbor.
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Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
8°
8°87%55 м/с
Today
8°4°
8°4°Tomorrow7°5°
7°5°Fri9°5°
9°5°Sat9°4°
9°4°Sun11°6°
11°6°Mon9°4°
9°4°Tue6°3°
6°3°15°
9°Jan
16°
9°Feb
17°
10°Mar
20°
12°Apr
24°
16°May
28°
20°Jun
29°
23°Jul
29°
23°Aug
27°
20°Sep
24°
18°Oct
20°
14°Nov
17°
11°Dec
Water temperature
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