Route 66
About
Route 66 in Crete is a bar at Chandakos 28, Iraklio 712 02, Greece, placing it in the heart of Heraklion on the island's northern coast.
A rock bar by name and nature, Route 66 has built a following of 388 reviewers who give it 4.7 out of 5, a score that reflects how consistently it pleases its patrons. The venue's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Route66RockBarHeraklionCrete/ serves as its online home. Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra, Sitia, Matala and Elafonisi are all listed among the nearby places, giving visitors a sense of the bar's position within Crete's wider geography.
Opening hours run daily, with the bar welcoming guests throughout the week. The Facebook page carries the venue's latest updates and photos.
First-time visitors to Crete should note that daily life slows in the afternoon, with tavernas serving late into the evening, so a night at Route 66 fits naturally into the island's relaxed rhythm. Winter brings rain and rough seas, and many hotels and tavernas shut between November and March, though Heraklion remains active year-round. The island's rocky, hilly terrain supports olives, grapes and capers on terraced slopes, a landscape that rewards exploration between visits to the bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of business is Route 66?
Route 66 is a bar on Crete, and its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Route66RockBarHeraklionCrete/ carries its name. Crete is the largest of the Greek islands, where olives, grapes and capers grow widely on terraced slopes.
What should first-time visitors expect at Route 66?
First-timers at Route 66 will find a bar in Iraklio on Crete, in the Greek island group. Winter on Crete brings rain and rough seas, and many island hotels and tavernas shut between November and March, so the bar's own rhythm follows the season rather than the summer crowds.
Where is Route 66 located on Crete?
Route 66 can be found at Chandakos 28, Iraklio 712 02, Greece, on the island of Crete. That address places it in the island group of Greece, in the eastern part of the island.
How do visitors rate Route 66?
Route 66 holds a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 388 reviews, which reflects steady approval from those who have stopped by. The bar sits at Chandakos 28 in Iraklio, so it draws both locals and travellers passing through the city.
Is Route 66 easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on Crete?
Route 66 is reachable from Heraklion and other towns across Crete, with Chania, Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra, Sitia, Matala and Elafonisi among the places on the island. Daily life slows in the afternoon on Crete, and tavernas serve late into the evening, so a bar visit often fits the later part of the day.
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