10 TOP Things to Do in Crete April 2026

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Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory

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Private & custom tours

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Spinalonga Boat Trip from Elounda Port

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Water activities

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From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Rethymno/Chania: Preveli Beach and Kourtaliotiko Gorge Tour

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Shopping & fashion

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Knossos Palace & Historical Heraklion City Tour, with Old Market

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What to do in Crete

Discover the most popular places to visit in Crete

Heraklion Port

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

Coast of Crete island in Greece. Red sand beach of famous Falasarna

Falassarna Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Falassarna Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Falasarna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Two sun loungers and a parasol at the beach, Stalida, Stalis, Crete, Greece, Europe

Stalis Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Stalis Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Stalida. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Aerial drone photo of famous Venetian fortified islet of Souda featuring small chapel of Agios Nikolaos, Chania, Crete island, Greece

Port of Souda

Explore the waterfront in Tsikalaria with a trip to Port of Souda. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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.

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 Old Town Chania with a trip to Old Venetian Harbor. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Stavros Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Stavros Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Stavros. Wander the seaside in this family-friendly 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.

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Mosque in the old Venetian harbor of Chania town on Crete island, Greece. Old mosque in Chania. Janissaries or Kioutsouk Hassan Mosque in Chania Crete. Turkish mosque in Chania bay. Crete, Greece.

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.

famouse venetian habour of Chania at sunny day, Crete, Greece; Shutterstock ID 250026523

Chania Town

5/5(44 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Chania Town is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Koum Kapi Beach and Chania Central Market.

Nea Chora

Nea Chora is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nea Chora Beach, a top place to visit in the area.

Abandoned old tanneries at Tambakaria, near Chania, Crete, Greece.

Halepa

5/5(1 area review)

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.

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.

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