City Walls Tours and Activities

This cathedral is one of the largest religious buildings in all of Greece and is named after the city’s patron saint.

Heraklion’s first running water was brought in to this old stone drinking fountain almost 500 years ago.

Heraklion’s grand 13th-century cathedral has been a Venetian place of worship and a Turkish mosque. Now it houses the Municipal Art Gallery for the city.

You can find out about the history of Heraklion with a trip to Martinego Bastion. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

This ancient defence was built to protect the city and today, provides a scenic path to walk through the most interesting parts of historical Heraklion.

Explore the great outdoors at Geoponikos Kipos, a lovely green space in Heraklion. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.