Nea Chora Travel Guide

Chania
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Popular places to visit

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Chania Central Market

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Buy fresh local produce and sample traditional Cretan foods at this cross-shaped covered market, which first opened its doors in 1913.

Chania Central Market
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Seitan Limania Beach

4/5(16 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Seitan Limania Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Akrotiri. Wander the rocky beaches or discover the volcano viewpoints in this quaint area.

Seitan Limania Beach
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Maritime Museum of Crete

4/5(18 reviews)

Dive into Crete’s nautical history at this fascinating museum. See shipwreck items and a replica of an ancient ship, and learn about a famous World War II battle.

Maritime Museum of Crete
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Agia Triada Monastery

Learn about the local history of Akrotiri when you spend time at Agia Triada Monastery. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Agia Triada Monastery
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Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary

Enjoy a moment of peaceful reflection in this quiet Catholic cathedral, which is hidden away in Chania’s bustling old town.

Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary
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Ancient City of Aptera

Learn about the local history of Chania with a stop at Ancient City of Aptera. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Ancient City of Aptera

Things to do

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Chania: Authentic Cooking Class in the White Mountains

฿4,201
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Authentic Cooking Class in the White Mountains
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Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

฿3,514
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour
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Elafonisi Beach Luxury Escape with Picnic by Sunset

฿36,283
Per adult
Elafonisi Beach Luxury Escape with Picnic by Sunset
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Minoan Luxuries: Ancient Palaces, Messara Wine Routes & Matala

฿25,207
Per adult
Minoan Luxuries: Ancient Palaces, Messara Wine Routes & Matala
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Paragliding Tours in Crete

฿4,965
Per adult
Paragliding Tours in Crete
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Chania Area: The 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch

฿4,392
Per adult
Chania Area: The 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour with Lunch
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Top hotels in Nea Chora

Hotel Danaos
Hotel Danaos
2 out of 5
23 Akti Papanikoli, Nea Chora, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿1,900 per night from 17 May to 18 May
฿1,900
per night
17 May - 18 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale.
8.8/10 Excellent! (173 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. We were right on the beach! And it's an easy walk to the old Harbour and old town."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2024

Hotel Danaos
SanSal Boutique Hotel
SanSal Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Akti Kanari , meletiou metaxaki, Chania
The price is ฿12,393 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
฿12,393
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (151 reviews)
A week in Chania
"A very enjoyable week in Chania and the Sansal Boutique hotel. Hotel is about 3 minutes walk from the old town waterfront so is ideally located. Some parking is available at the hotel but probably not enough spaces if every guest has a car but there was only one night we couldn’t get a space and ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

SanSal Boutique Hotel
Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
5 out of 5
Petrof 61 & Palaiologou, Chania
The price is ฿10,916 per night from 23 May to 24 May
฿10,916
per night
23 May - 24 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Wonderful staff! Enjoyed the location to everything and restaurants just a few steps away with seating along the ocean. Breakfast was wonderful and the rooms were very comfortable, in fact the bed we slept on was the best bed I've ever slept on. I'm looking forward to coming back next year."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2023

Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Christina
Hotel Christina
4 out of 5
114 Selinou Street, Chania
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Lovely hotel right in the beach. Sea views from all the rooms. Rooms cleaned daily and staff are friendly. Ideally located for walking to Chania harbour. Great choice of restaurants right by the hotel too. Food at the hotel snack bar is good and reasonably priced."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2023

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Hotel Christina
Kiani Beach Resort Family
Kiani Beach Resort Family
5 out of 5
Kiani Akti, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿6,660 per night from 18 May to 19 May
฿6,660
per night
18 May - 19 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (595 reviews)
"Amazing location and very comfortable rooms. Staff is nice, food is average, the spa has a lot of options and great service, the mini market is very handy and activities are great for people with small children. Would have been nice to have a bit more animation in the evening for grown ups, all inclusive ..."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Kiani Beach Resort Family
Kydon, The Heart City Hotel
Kydon, The Heart City Hotel
4 out of 5
Sof. Venizelos Sq. & 2 Str. Tzanakaki, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿3,908 per night from 24 May to 25 May
฿3,908
per night
24 May - 25 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and room service.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (517 reviews)
"Nice hotel in convenient accessible location. Helpful friendly staff. Recommended."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2024

Kydon, The Heart City Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Nea Chora

Venetian Port

Old Town Chania Old City

If you're spending some time in Old Town Chania Old City, Maritime Museum of Crete and Agora are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Chania Old City
Venetian Port

Chania Town

4.5/5(103 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 Chania Central Market and Agora.

Chania Town
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Koum Kapi

Travellers like the beaches in Koum Kapi, and Koum Kapi Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Koum Kapi
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Halepa

5/5(4 area reviews)

Waterfront views, gardens and historical sites are some highlights of Halepa. Make a stop by Tabakaria or Chania Archaeological Museum while you're exploring.

Halepa

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