Nea Chora Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nea Chora
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Port of Souda
Explore the waterfront in Tsikalaria with a trip to Port of Souda. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Marathi Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Marathi Beach during your trip to Marathi?
Seitan Limania Beach
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.
Activities
Rethymno/Chania: Preveli Beach and Kourtaliotiko Gorge Tour
From Chania: Elafonisi Pink Sand Beach & Elos Village Tour
Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour
Chania: Semi-Submarine Boat Underwater Experience
From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip
Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania with Professional Guide
Our pick of the best Nea Chora Hotel Deals
SanSal Boutique Hotel – Adults & Children 11+
"Had the most amazing time here at Sansal Chania Crête, the staff are amazing and so friendly, this is our first visit to Crete Sansal and we definitely will return, the roof top pool and bar was an added bonus, at times we had the whole pool area to ourselves which was fabulous, the bar staff were ..."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Great spot! Only one real bad thing, there was an awful sewage smell in the lobby every day. Not sure what is happening but they need to fix that. Breakfast was subpar, lots of options but I couldn’t find something that I really liked. Location was great, lots of restaurants around and not far from ..."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Klinakis Beach Hotel
"We appreciated the welcome, the food and the location. The room was a bit small but the view made up for it 100%. Black out blinds would be useful since we had the road lights shining through. The location for the price was perfect."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Elia Sea Suites
"Great location and EXTREMELY helpful staff."
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Samaria Hotel
"Incredibly friendly and helpful staff, lovely room (upgraded for us too), fabulous breakfast, lovely peaceful pool area. Great location just a few minutes walk from the delightful old town. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only
"The property is located on a sandy beach with a beautiful view. The hotel is about 15 minutes taxi ride from the harbour and old town. The staff were helpful. I stayed two nights but a longer stay would have been relaxing. I booked a loft room which was in two floors and I never used the top floor ..."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Nea Chora
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.
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.
Halepa
Waterfront views, gardens and historical sites are some highlights of Halepa. Make a stop by Chania Archaeological Museum or Tabakaria 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.
