Chania Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Venetian Port

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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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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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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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
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Mosque of the Janissaries

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

Mosque of the Janissaries
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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

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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Chania Area: The 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch

AU$188
Per adult
Chania Area: The 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch
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Gastronomy Stories & Oeno Tour

AU$377
Per adult
Gastronomy Stories & Oeno Tour
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Private professional Vacation photoshoot in Chania

AU$244
Per adult
Private professional Vacation photoshoot in Chania
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Our pick of the best Chania Town Hotel Deals

Royal Sun Hotel
Royal Sun Hotel
3 out of 5
Gianni Paizi 36, Chania, Crete Island
The price is AU$135 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$135
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (400 reviews)
"Best view!! Shuttle to old town and car rental on property! Staff is wonderful"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Royal Sun Hotel
Samaria Hotel
Samaria Hotel
4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is AU$277 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$277
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (672 reviews)
"Excellent location. Minimal equipment but enough. Good breakfast. Kind hospitality."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

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
The price is AU$201 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$201
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and room service. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Chania ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (519 reviews)
"Nice hotel in convenient accessible location. Helpful friendly staff. Recommended."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

Kydon, The Heart City Hotel
Porto Veneziano Hotel
Porto Veneziano Hotel
3 out of 5
Akti Enoseos & Glafkou, Old Venetian Harbor, Chania, Crete
The price is AU$264 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$264
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (457 reviews)
"Staff is exceptional, and great location. Loved the entire stay."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Porto Veneziano Hotel
The Chania Hotel
The Chania Hotel
5 out of 5
Pl. 1866, 16, Chania
The price is AU$196 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$196
per night
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Chania Central Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Staff were great. Facility clean. Breakfast was amazing and sick location. We have been in Greece for our honeymoon and by far the best hotel thus far. 10/10 recommend"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

The Chania Hotel
SanSal Boutique Hotel
SanSal Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Akti Kanari , meletiou metaxaki, Chania
The price is AU$578 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$578
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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! (151 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
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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 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
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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 Tabakaria or Chania Archaeological Museum while you're exploring.

Halepa

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