Heraklion Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Heraklion
Where to stay in Heraklion

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.

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

El Greco Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Capsis Astoria Heraklion Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

LAVRIS City Suites
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

City Center Studios by Cretan Houses
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Marble Luxury Suites
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Popular places to visit

Heraklion Port
Spend an afternoon wandering around this ancient harbor and admiring the fortress and ancient walls or take a trip to one of the nearby islands.

Palace of Knossos
Take a tour around one of Europe’s most spectacular archaeological sites, where Greek myths have been made and great treasures discovered.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum
One of Europe’s most important museums has five millennia of Cretan history on display, including the exceptional Minoan exhibit.

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
Trace the history of this ancient town through its numerous periods and discover traditional art and fascinating stories.

Koules Fortress
The prominent symbol of Heraklion, this imposing fortress by the harbor has protected the city for over 500 years.
Things to do

Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Day Tour to Elafonisi Beach from Heraklion with Pickup Included

Crete: Rethimno, Chania, and Kournas Lake Day Trip

Agia Pelagia Crete Quad Bike authentic backland Tour

Heraklion: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour
- Heraklion Port
- Palace of Knossos
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Heraklion Town Hall
- Historical Museum of Crete
- Koules Fortress
- Morosini Fountain
- Heraklion Loggia
- Agios Titos Church
- Natural History Museum of Crete
- Venetian Walls
- St. Mark's Basilica
- St. Minas Cathedral
- Pankritio Stadium
- Museum of the Battle for Crete and National Resistance
- Koubes
- Heraklion Municipal Art Gallery