Parking in Rethymno Old Town can take a little patience, especially during the summer months and in the evening.
Several free, paid and seasonal parking areas are available outside the historic centre. Most options are within walking distance of the studio.
Use the interactive map below to compare the main parking locations. You can also open directions to each location in Google Maps.
Click a marker to see whether the parking area is free or paid. Each marker also includes opening hours and important restrictions when available.
Important: Vehicle access is restricted in many parts of Rethymno Old Town.
Do not drive past signs indicating a pedestrian area, restricted access or no entry, even when a navigation application suggests that route.
The darker brown area shown on the map represents Rethymno Old Town. Vehicle access is restricted in much of this area because the streets are narrow and many sections are pedestrianised.
At the entrances to restricted streets, you will normally see traffic signs indicating that vehicles are not allowed to continue. Please do not drive past these signs, even when a navigation application suggests that route.
The easiest option is to park outside the Old Town and continue to the studio on foot.
Several free public parking areas are located just outside the historic centre. These spaces are usually available on a first-come, first-served basis.
During July and August, finding a space may require some searching. Availability is generally better earlier in the morning or before the busy evening period.
Guests staying at Roussas Studio in the Old Town of Rethymno can reach the recommended paid parking opposite the Municipal Garden in approximately three minutes on foot.
The paid parking area opposite the Municipal Garden is the most convenient option for the studio.
It is approximately a three-minute walk from the property and is useful when you prefer not to spend time searching for free street parking.
The price has previously been around €5 per night, but rates may change. Please confirm the current price with the parking attendant or at the entrance before leaving your vehicle.
The map shows additional free and paid parking options around central Rethymno.
Availability, prices and operating conditions may change. Always check the signs displayed at each location.
This smaller outdoor parking area lies near the western side of the city centre.
You can walk from here to the Old Town, but the parking area has a limited number of spaces.
The parking area can fill quickly during summer and in the evening. Arriving earlier may improve your chances of finding a space.
Open in Google MapsYou will find this outdoor parking area beside the main KTEL bus station.
It is useful for guests arriving from the Chania side of the city. It also provides convenient access to the western side of the Old Town.
Parking conditions may vary. Check the signs and road markings when you arrive to confirm where parking is permitted.
Open in Google MapsThis staffed private parking area lies close to the historic centre.
Staff arrange the vehicles according to the available space. They may ask you to leave your keys so they can move the car when necessary.
Confirm the current price and key-handling procedure with the parking staff before leaving your vehicle.
Open in Google MapsTwo large outdoor parking areas sit next to each other near Rethymno Marina and the port.
They provide convenient access to the marina, city beach, eastern seafront and eastern side of the Old Town.
One section normally operates as paid parking. The adjoining port area may provide free spaces.
Port operations, events and the summer season may affect the parking arrangement.
Check the entrance signs carefully. Prices, free-parking availability and access restrictions may change.
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