Agios Nikolaos is a developing city, which is quite busy even during the winter. Its pace is relatively slow, but it is quite lively, with many things to do and see, antiquities and historical monuments, as well as beautiful scenery. Europeans, including many Greektourists who appreciate the town's liveliness on the one hand and tranquillity on the other, mostly visit the town.
What you should definitely see during your tour of the town is Lake Voulismeni, which is connected to the sea via a bndge-covered channel. There are plenty of tavemas and cafes on the shores of the lake, which offer unique moments of relaxation and tranquillity with a view of the lake's calm waters. You can then go for a walk over the bridge, along the broad promenade towards Elounda, stopping at the cafes, tavemas and souvenir shops, or in the opposite direction towards the port and the harbour kiosk where you can have a meal or coffee by the sea. The regional road starts here. You can follow this road and reach the southeastern side of the town, where the coach station is. An excellent idea for a relaxed walk, without the bustle of traffic, is to follow the coastal pedestrian road heading south, which eventually tums into a cobbled path. The town's busiest spots are around the coach station and up to the central square (El. Venizelou Sq.), and from there to the lake and port. Finally, don't forget that the best view of the lake is from high up, so before you turn around to return to the port, stop and enjoy the panoramic view on the north side of the lake.