Situated 3 kilometers far from Rethymnon at the East, Missiria is mostly a tourist settlement with few permanent residents. Being close to the sea it has a beautiful long sandy beach.

Accommodation in hotels and rooms to let is available and food and drink can be found in the taverns and cafes of the area.

It is easily accessible by public bus and taxi from Rethymnon, as well as by rented and private car and motorbike.