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

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

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

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$272
per adult
Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

NZ$190
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour
Having lunch at Santorini

Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete

NZ$352
per adult
Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete
Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner

Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner

NZ$272
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner
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
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
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Our pick of the best Chania Town Hotel Deals

Samaria Hotel

Samaria Hotel

4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is NZ$390 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$390
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! (773 reviews)
"Fantastic from start to finish. Everyone on the staff was always happy to help, from helping me get a transfer from the airport to saving my case before I left. Exceptionally clean room, great breakfast and literally 5 mins from the ports Will be back for sure Thank you so much John"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Samaria Hotel
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! (602 reviews)
Well located hotel
"This hotel is so nicely located, just steps from the marina and all the restaurants and shops. Very well maintained and very clean. Breakfast was decent, not super delicious but lots options for everyone. The room was of a good size as well as the bathroom, it was very clean which is a super plus. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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Kriti Hotel

Kriti Hotel

3 out of 5
Nikiforou Foka & Kiprou, Chania, Crete Island
The price is NZ$318 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$318
18 Aug - 19 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! (365 reviews)
"Probably the best option if you want to spend a vacation in Chania. Spotless clean, professional staff, grest swimming pool, excelent breakfast.Close to Old Town and even closer to the endless restaurant strip.One of the best lodging option I ever had ( and I traveled the world). Me and my family ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Kriti Hotel
Epavli Grace Hotel

Epavli Grace Hotel

4 out of 5
Bouniali, 22, Chania
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Chania Central Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"Hotel was wonderful and so was staff. A little further than we thought walking toward port but very doable."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

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Epavli Grace Hotel
Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor

Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor

5 out of 5
Parodos 4i Kallinikou Sarpaki 40-42, Old Town, Chania
The price is NZ$562 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
NZ$562
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
"Helpful and friendly staff with nice rooms amazing breakfast and clean while taking care of property. Amazing location central yet quiet. No gym that I can recall and pool basically a small, indoor dipping area."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
Trianon Luxury Apartments & Suites

Trianon Luxury Apartments & Suites

Iroon Politechniou 43,Chania, Chania
Stay at this guesthouse in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Chania Central Market ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (132 reviews)
"Good quiet location for families"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

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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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