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Heraklion Port

Watch fishing boats returning with their day's catch, enjoy a coffee in the fresh sea air or board a ferry bound for Crete’s nearby islands in this dynamic harbour.

Coast of Crete island in Greece. Red sand beach of famous Falasarna

Falassarna Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Falassarna Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Falasarna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Two sun loungers and a parasol at the beach, Stalida, Stalis, Crete, Greece, Europe

Stalis Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Stalis Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Stalida. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Aerial drone photo of famous Venetian fortified islet of Souda featuring small chapel of Agios Nikolaos, Chania, Crete island, Greece

Port of Souda

Explore the waterfront in Tsikalaria with a trip to Port of Souda. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Old Venetian Harbor

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

Golden Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Chania. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.

Palace of Knossos

This Minoan palace features a labyrinthine layout, remarkably well-preserved royal suites and masterful frescos making it one of Europe’s most important historic landmarks.

Greece, Greek Islands, Crete, Rethymnon, fishing harbour and boats

Rethymnon Venetian Port

Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Experience over 5,500 years of Cretian history at this important museum which has relics collected from the Minoan, Greek and Roman empires.

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Mosque in the old Venetian harbor of Chania town on Crete island, Greece. Old mosque in Chania. Janissaries or Kioutsouk Hassan Mosque in Chania Crete. Turkish mosque in Chania bay. Crete, Greece.

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.

famouse venetian habour of Chania at sunny day, Crete, Greece; Shutterstock ID 250026523

Chania Town

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 Old Venetian Harbor.

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.

Abandoned old tanneries at Tambakaria, near Chania, Crete, Greece.

Halepa

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

Koum Kapi

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

Nea Alikarnassos

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Nea Alikarnassos and you might want to plan a stop by Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum while you're in the area.

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