• Crete is ideal for weddings-beautiful and less crowded than Santorini.
• Legal weddings require documents and coordination; symbolic ones skip the red tape.
• You can marry by the sea, in the mountains, or in a historic chapel.

Book your rental car now with AUTOWAY to explore wedding venues across Crete.

Crete is wedding-friendly but less hectic than other islands.

You can legally get married almost anywhere in Crete. Coastal towns, mountain villages, chapels, or beaches-all are options. Compared to Santorini, Crete offers more space, more privacy, and fewer tourists.

Legal weddings need paperwork and time.

To marry legally in Crete, you’ll need translated birth certificates, a published wedding notice in a local newspaper, and possibly authentication from a Greek consulate. Civil weddings are arranged through the local town hall or mayor. Religious weddings need approval from a local Orthodox priest. Most couples hire a wedding planner or local travel agency to handle the details.

Symbolic weddings are easier.

Many couples legally marry in their home country, then have a symbolic ceremony in Crete. No documents. No officials. Just a meaningful moment in a place you love. This option is quicker, cheaper, and completely customizable.

You choose the setting and the guest list.

Crete offers everything from remote beaches to historic churches. You can invite guests or keep it private. The island is large but easy to drive around with a rental car. A beach at sunrise or a mountain chapel at sunset-both are possible.

Turn your wedding into a honeymoon road trip.

With a car from AUTOWAY, you’re free to explore right after the ceremony. Drive from west to east Crete, visit villages, swim in hidden coves, and eat in seaside tavernas. AUTOWAY is top rated, with more than 3000 reviews, full insurance, and no hidden fees.

Say “I do” to Crete-start by booking your car with AUTOWAY. (admit it, that was smooth 🙂 )