Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum is easy to reach by car from Bali Crete, only 34.7 km driving and by using BOAK (75/A90). Discover our olive oil tasting tours, visit our Olive Mill & Museum and taste our extra virgin olive oils. During the tasting sessions a Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum family member will navigate you to our Olive Mill & Museum and through the magical world of our nutritious extra virgin olive oils. Guests have the opportunity to purchase high-quality products directly from the olive mill, making it easy to take home a piece of Crete’s tradition.
Achlada, Heraklion, Crete, 71500
Tel: +306942705206
Daily: 10:30 AM - 19:00 PM
Located just a short drive inland from Bali Crete, the Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum is the perfect half-day trip. Visit our Olive Mill & Museum and experience a unique professional olive oil tasting of 4 types of extra virgin olive oil along with traditional Cretan delicacies, understand how to recognize the different characteristics of each olive oil, get cooking tips and learn about the olive oil health benefits. You can combine your beach holiday with an authentic cultural experience, giving you a deeper appreciation of the island. The Striligkas family welcomes visitors with genuine Cretan hospitality. Bali Crete is one of the most charming seaside destinations on the island, attracting travelers who want to combine relaxation, authentic Cretan atmosphere, and is easy accessible to Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum. Nestled between Heraklion and Rethymno, Bali Crete is a picturesque fishing village that has grown into a beloved holiday spot while keeping its traditional character. Bali Crete is famous for its small sandy bays and turquoise waters. Unlike the crowded resorts of northern Crete, Bali Crete offers a more peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for couples, families, and nature lovers. Bali Crete has everything you need, tavernas serving fresh seafood, cozy cafés, small shops, and friendly locals who welcome visitors with genuine hospitality. The beaches of Bali Crete are some of the safest and most beautiful on the island. With calm, shallow waters, they are perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Livadi Beach, Varkotopos Beach, and Karavostasi Beach each offer a different experience, but all share the same crystal-clear waters that make Bali Crete a favorite summer destination.
While Bali Crete is the perfect place to relax, it also makes an excellent base for exploring Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum and learn about Crete’s olive oil heritage. At the Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum, visitors from Bali Crete can enjoy guided tours that reveal traditional olive oil making methods, explore our Olive Mill & Museum, and taste premium extra virgin olive oil produced on-site. If you are staying in Bali Crete and looking for a cultural experience beyond the beaches, a visit to the Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum is one of the best half-day excursions. Just a short drive from Bali, this family-run olive mill offers you the chance to explore one of Crete’s oldest traditions, the art of olive oil making. The olive tree has been the heart of Cretan culture for thousands of years, at Striligkas Olive Mill visitors can see the most ancient method of olive oil production, discover how olive oil was once produced during the Minoan Civilization and view a Minoan olive press (Minoan Fabrica). Visitors will learn how olive oil was made during the Byzantine times (Byzantine Fabrica) and how is made nowdays at our olive mill. If you’re staying at Bali Crete and planning a day trip to Agia Pelagia, you can easily combine a visit to Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum in just a short drive from Agia Pelagia. Many travelers enjoy exploring the beaches and tavernas of Agia Pelagia Crete before heading to Striligkas Olive Mill & Museum.
