Nea Alikarnassos Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

Knossos Archaeological Site
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.

Historical Museum of Crete
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.

Koules Fortress
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.
Activities

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine

Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour
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