Nea Chora Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Anna Bounaouara

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Ancient City of Aptera

Learn about the local history of Chania with a stop at Ancient City of Aptera. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Ancient City of Aptera

Activities

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Chania: Authentic Cooking Class in the White Mountains

AU$180
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Authentic Cooking Class in the White Mountains
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Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

AU$151
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour
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Knossos from Chania

AU$102
Per adult
Knossos from Chania
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Our pick of the best Nea Chora Hotel Deals

Hotel Danaos
Hotel Danaos
2 out of 5
23 Akti Papanikoli, Nea Chora, Chania, Crete Island
The price is AU$87 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$87
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (174 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. We were right on the beach! And it's an easy walk to the old Harbour and old town."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Hotel Danaos
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 AU$527 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
AU$527
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"Everyone friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
SanSal Boutique Hotel
SanSal Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Akti Kanari , meletiou metaxaki, Chania
The price is AU$521 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$521
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews)
A week in Chania
"A very enjoyable week in Chania and the Sansal Boutique hotel. Hotel is about 3 minutes walk from the old town waterfront so is ideally located. Some parking is available at the hotel but probably not enough spaces if every guest has a car but there was only one night we couldn’t get a space and ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

SanSal Boutique Hotel
Hotel Christina
Hotel Christina
4 out of 5
114 Selinou Street, Chania
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Nea Chora Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"Lovely hotel right in the beach. Sea views from all the rooms. Rooms cleaned daily and staff are friendly. Ideally located for walking to Chania harbour. Great choice of restaurants right by the hotel too. Food at the hotel snack bar is good and reasonably priced."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2023

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Hotel Christina
Kiani Beach Resort Family
Kiani Beach Resort Family
5 out of 5
Kiani Akti, Chania, Crete Island
The price is AU$340 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$340
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (597 reviews)
"Amazing location and very comfortable rooms. Staff is nice, food is average, the spa has a lot of options and great service, the mini market is very handy and activities are great for people with small children. Would have been nice to have a bit more animation in the evening for grown ups, all inclusive ..."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Kiani Beach Resort Family
Samaria Hotel
Samaria Hotel
4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is AU$308 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$308
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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 pool in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (681 reviews)
"The hotel has a small pool which we used a few times during the holiday. The customer service was excellent."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Samaria Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Nea Chora

Venetian Port

Old Town Chania Old City

If you're spending some time in Old Town Chania Old City, Maritime Museum of Crete and Agora are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Chania Old City
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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