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Your Heraklion Holiday
Book a Heraklion holiday package and get ready for a thrilling getaway. Renowned for its rich history and coastal scenery, there's loads to keep you on the move in this city. Make your trip to Heraklion even more exciting by going sightseeing. Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Natural History Museum of Crete are among the most popular attractions worth exploring. Stop daydreaming and start adventuring. Browse the broad range of options on Expedia today and put your Heraklion holiday plans in motion!
Heraklion Holiday
Heraklion Essential Information
Language | Greek |
|---|---|
Currency | Euros |
Local Welcome | Ya su |
Local Goodbye | Yiá sou |
Closest Airport | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) |
Max Temp Winter | 16ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 27ºC |
Top Sights | Historical Museum of Crete, Ammoudara Beach and Natural History Museum of Crete |
Our pick of the best Heraklion Hotel Deals
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
2 Ygias Street Heraklion Crete Island
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$170 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$170
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
Room was clean, breakfast was excellent!!!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
9, D. Beaufort Street Heraklion Crete Island
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Magnificent hotel with an excellent service and breakfast! Our room was great! The Sauna service was an extra plus for us! We truly enjoyed our stay! Highly recommended
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Atrion Hotel
9 Chronaki Street Heraklion Crete Island
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$128 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
AU$128
10 Jan - 11 Jan
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (842 reviews)
Stayed for new year and had an amazing view of the fireworks from the 6th floor balcony Food superb the chef knows what she is doing All the staff amazing and friendly Room clean and an amazing shower Highly recommended local for everything you need to visit
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Heraklion
Heraklion Port
Explore ancient fortifications and relax with a waterside drink at Heraklion’s picturesque harbour.
Palace of Knossos
This stunning archaeological site is one of the world’s most important records of Minoan civilisation and it may well be the oldest city in Europe.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Delve into the lost world of the Minoans at this museum that has exhibits covering over 5,000 years of Cretian history.
What to do in Heraklion
Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide
AU$49
per adult
E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty
AU$62
per adult
Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum: E-Tickets with Audio Tours
AU$84
per adult
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