Nea Chora Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Anna Bounaouara

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
Seitan Limania Beach

Seitan Limania Beach

4.5/5(8 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Seitan Limania Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Akrotiri. Wander the rocky beaches or discover the volcano viewpoints in this quaint area.

Seitan Limania Beach
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
Agia Triada Monastery

Agia Triada Monastery

Learn about the local history of Akrotiri when you spend time at Agia Triada Monastery. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Agia Triada Monastery
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

Activities

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

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

NZ$264
per adult
Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

NZ$183
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour
Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner

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

NZ$262
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner
Chania: 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch

Chania: 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch

NZ$217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch
Chania: Segway Tour of Old City Highlights

Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbor Discovery on Segways

NZ$85
per adult
Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbor Discovery on Segways
From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike

From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike

NZ$53
per adult
From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike
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Our pick of the best Nea Chora Hotel Deals

SanSal Boutique Hotel
SanSal Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Akti Kanari , meletiou metaxaki, Chania
The price is NZ$576 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$576
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
"Excellent location, away from heavy tourist traffic but easily accessible to all aspects of Chania. Superb staff, beautifully appointed rooms"

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

SanSal Boutique Hotel
Elia Sea Suites
Elia Sea Suites
Akti Kanari, Chania, Chania
The price is NZ$589 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$589
29 June - 30 June
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"We stayed 7 excellent nights in a Sea View Suite room. The location is fantastic, a 5 minute walk to a stunning beach with lots of choices for places to eat, whilst the old town is 10 minutes in the other direction, all nice and flat so very easy to get around. The view from the rooms balcony was ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Elia Sea Suites
Civitel Akali Hotel
Civitel Akali Hotel
4 out of 5
55 Kissamou Street, Chania, Crete Island
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Nea Chora Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"Easy, convenient to get around by foot and the beach is a stones throw away. Lovely stay."

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

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Civitel Akali Hotel
Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
5 out of 5
Petrof 61 & Palaiologou, Chania
The price is NZ$657 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$657
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"The staff at this hotel are all absolutely lovely! Very helpful and friendly. The location is perfect - very close to good restaurants and a short walk to the old town. The included breakfast was great too. The pool is not very impressive. But you are close to the beach, so it was not a problem."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Danaos
Hotel Danaos
2 out of 5
23 Akti Papanikoli, Nea Chora, Chania, Crete Island
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Nea Chora Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (219 reviews)
"This is a basic hotel, but clean and comfy. Amazing to get a place right on the most beautiful beach! You also save €5 on beach umbrella & chairs because you stay here. Tons of restaurants here and a 10-15min walk along the water to get to old toqn. We didnt have any problems. WIFI is slow in rooms ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sep. 2024

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Hotel Danaos
Klinakis Beach Hotel
Klinakis Beach Hotel
1 out of 5
Andrea Rodinou Street, Chania, Crete Island
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Nea Chora Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with fantastic views of the water. Make sure you get one of the rooms facing the sea. The hotel staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I was competing at the Kladisos Sports Hall which was only a 8-10 minute walk from the hotel. The hotel has a very nice breakfast room with views ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

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Klinakis Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Nea Chora

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
Venetian Port

Chania Town

5/5(44 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Chania Town is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Chania Central Market and Agora.

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
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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 Tabakaria or Chania Archaeological Museum while you're exploring.

Halepa

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