Heraklion Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Heraklion showing general coastal views
Koules Fortress which includes a bay or harbour
Heraklion which includes street scenes
St. Minas Cathedral which includes religious aspects, heritage architecture and street scenes
Heraklion Port showing rocky coastline

Where to stay in Heraklion

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Nea Alikarnassos

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Nea Alikarnassos and you might want to plan a stop by Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum while you're in the area.

Nea Alikarnassos
Aquila Atlantis Hotel

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Ygias Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is AU$357 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$357
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Capsis Astoria Heraklion Hotel

Capsis Astoria Heraklion Hotel

4 out of 5
11 Eleftherias square, Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is AU$153 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
AU$153
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Capsis Astoria Heraklion Hotel
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel

GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel

5 out of 5
9, D. Beaufort Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
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GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
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City Center Studios by Cretan Houses

City Center Studios by Cretan Houses

Heraklion
Stay at this aparthotel in Heraklion. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum are located nearby.
City Center Studios by Cretan Houses
LAVRIS City Suites

LAVRIS City Suites

38 IKAROU AV & T. GEORGIADI, Heraklion, CRETE
Book a stay at this eco-certified apartment in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
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Heraklion Old Port Apartments

Heraklion Old Port Apartments

Gianni Chronaki 3, Heraklion Town, Heraklion
Stay at this apartment in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum ...
Heraklion Old Port Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Heraklion Port which includes a marina

Heraklion Port

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore ancient fortifications and relax with a waterside drink at Heraklion’s picturesque harbour.

Heraklion Port
Palace of Knossos

Palace of Knossos

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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.

Palace of Knossos
Heraklion Archaeological Museum featuring street scenes

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Delve into the lost world of the Minoans at this museum that has exhibits covering over 5,000 years of Cretian history.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Knossos Archaeological Site

Knossos Archaeological Site

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Knosos with a visit to Knossos Archaeological Site. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Knossos Archaeological Site
Historical Museum of Crete which includes street scenes

Historical Museum of Crete

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Make your way through centuries of Cretan history at this modern museum, which has collections ranging from the fourth century to the end of World War II.

Historical Museum of Crete
Koules Fortress showing heritage architecture and château or palace

Koules Fortress

4.5/5(7 reviews)

This sturdy stone fortress guarded Heraklion from Turkish invasion during Venetian times. Now the Rock of the Sea stands proud over the harbour, a true city icon.

Koules Fortress

Activities

Having lunch at Santorini

Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete

AU$322
per adult
Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete
Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

AU$75
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island
Elafonisi Beach

Day Tour to Elafonisi Beach from Heraklion with Pickup Included

AU$89
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Elafonisi Beach from Heraklion with Pickup Included
5Hour Safari Tour in Cret

5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

AU$157
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch
Caldera View

Day Tour to Santorini Island from Heraklion Crete

AU$304
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Santorini Island from Heraklion Crete
Crete: Rethimno, Chania, and Kournas Lake Day Trip

Crete: Rethimno, Chania, and Kournas Lake Day Trip

AU$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Crete: Rethimno, Chania, and Kournas Lake Day Trip
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Cities near Heraklion

Heraklion which includes religious elements, a city and a church or cathedral

Archanes-Asterousia

Photo by Michael S

Gortyna

Photo by Ronald Wilson

Knosos