Chania Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Venetian Port
Venetian Port showing a coastal town
Venetian Port featuring a coastal town
Venetian Port
Venetian Port which includes a coastal town

Popular places to visit

Old Venetian Harbor

Old Venetian Harbor

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Chania Town with a trip to Old Venetian Harbor. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Old Venetian Harbor
Chania featuring a city

Chania Central Market

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Buy fresh local produce and sample traditional Cretan foods at this cross-shaped covered market, which first opened its doors in 1913.

Chania Central Market
Maritime Museum of Crete featuring interior views

Maritime Museum of Crete

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Dive into Crete’s nautical history at this fascinating museum. See shipwreck items and a replica of an ancient ship, and learn about a famous World War II battle.

Maritime Museum of Crete
Chania showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and a square or plaza

Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary

Enjoy a moment of peaceful reflection in this quiet Catholic cathedral, which is hidden away in Chania’s bustling old town.

Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary
Crete Island

Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan

Situated by the water’s edge in Chania’s Venetian Port is a 17th-century multi-domed mosque that now serves as a venue for art exhibitions.

Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan
Venetian Port which includes a coastal town

Mosque of the Janissaries

Find out about the history of Chania with a stop at Mosque of the Janissaries. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.

Mosque of the Janissaries

Activities

Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Souda

Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda

NZ$273
per adult
Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda
Having lunch at Santorini

Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete

NZ$353
per adult
Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

NZ$190
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour
Georgioupolis Full-Day Land Rover Safari Experience

Georgioupolis Full-Day Land Rover Safari Experience

NZ$163
per adult
Georgioupolis Full-Day Land Rover Safari Experience
Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

NZ$137
per adult
Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania
Picturesque street of the Old Town - Alma de Creta

Explore Chania's Old Town through the eyes of a local

NZ$186
per adult
Explore Chania's Old Town through the eyes of a local
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Our pick of the best Chania Town Hotel Deals

Kydon, The Heart City Hotel

Kydon, The Heart City Hotel

4 out of 5
Sof. Venizelos Sq. & 2 Str. Tzanakaki, Chania, Crete Island
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
"Love the property and staff was great!!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

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Samaria Hotel

Samaria Hotel

4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is NZ$393 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$393
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (789 reviews)
"We’ve stayed at Samaria Hotel on many occasions and find it quite charming each visit… The staff are very friendly, often going above and beyond to ensure your stay is wonderful… The pool is a great asset, alongside the on-site enclosed parking area… A block away from the main port of Chania so no ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Samaria Hotel
Kriti Hotel

Kriti Hotel

3 out of 5
Nikiforou Foka & Kiprou, Chania, Crete Island
The price is NZ$299 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$299
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
"Great location and close to beach and restaurants, we were lucky to find a spot to park our hire car, staff were friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Kriti Hotel
The Chania Hotel Crete, Vignette Collection by IHG

The Chania Hotel Crete, Vignette Collection by IHG

5 out of 5
Pl. 1866, 16, Chania
The price is NZ$393 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$393
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"The staff in the front was awesome. Great to chat with and very friendly"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

The Chania Hotel Crete, Vignette Collection by IHG
Elia Bettolo

Elia Bettolo

3 out of 5
Betolo 1, Old Town, Chania, Crete Island
The price is NZ$309 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
NZ$309
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (194 reviews)
"Loved this property. In the middle of the action! staff was soooo friendly and gave great local recommendations, especially Areti! One thing was no parking, as this is in a pedestrian area, but we parked at a structure a couple minute walk away."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Elia Bettolo
Elia Sea Suites

Elia Sea Suites

Akti Kanari, Chania, Chania
The price is NZ$677 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$677
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Nea Chora ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
"This property is beautiful! The view from our room was incredible, the sun set was right in front of us on the water every evening. The included breakfast was also delicious; I enjoyed the convenience of being able to walk downstairs to eat every morning and the hours were great. Great location to ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Elia Sea Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Chania Town

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Koum Kapi

Travellers like the beaches in Koum Kapi, and Koum Kapi Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Koum Kapi
Venetian Port

Old Town Chania

If you're spending some time in Old Town Chania, Old Venetian Harbor and Chania Central Market are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Chania
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Nea Chora

Nea Chora is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nea Chora Beach, a top place to visit in the area.

Nea Chora
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Halepa

5/5(1 area review)

Waterfront views, gardens and historical sites are some highlights of Halepa. Make a stop by Chania Archaeological Museum or Tabakaria while you're exploring.

Halepa

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