Chania Town Travel Guide

Chania
Venetian Port

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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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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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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Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan

Situated by the water’s edge in Chania’s Venetian Port is a 17th-century multi-domed mosque that now serves as a venue for art exhibitions.

Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan
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Mosque of the Janissaries

Find out about the history of Chania Old City with a stop at Mosque of the Janissaries. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.

Mosque of the Janissaries
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Agora

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Chania Old City when you take a trip to Agora. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.

Agora

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

฿37,428
Per adult
Minoan Luxuries: Ancient Palaces, Messara Wine Routes & Matala
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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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Snorkeling and Boat Tour in Crete

฿2,673
Per adult
Snorkeling and Boat Tour in Crete
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Top hotels in Chania Town

Royal Sun Hotel
Royal Sun Hotel
3 out of 5
Gianni Paizi 36, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿2,892 per night from 19 May to 20 May
฿2,892
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (400 reviews)
"Best view!! Shuttle to old town and car rental on property! Staff is wonderful"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Royal Sun Hotel
Samaria Hotel
Samaria Hotel
4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿5,959 per night from 21 May to 22 May
฿5,959
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (672 reviews)
"Excellent location. Minimal equipment but enough. Good breakfast. Kind hospitality."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Samaria Hotel
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
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and room service. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Chania ...
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
Porto Veneziano Hotel
Porto Veneziano Hotel
3 out of 5
Akti Enoseos & Glafkou, Old Venetian Harbor, Chania, Crete
The price is ฿6,273 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿6,273
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (454 reviews)
"This was the very best hotel experience I have ever had. The breakfast was good and plentiful. The staff was beyond helpful. The room was impeccable and the beds were comfortable. I will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Porto Veneziano Hotel
The Chania Hotel
The Chania Hotel
5 out of 5
Pl. 1866, 16, Chania
The price is ฿5,165 per night from 23 May to 24 May
฿5,165
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Chania Central Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Staff were great. Facility clean. Breakfast was amazing and sick location. We have been in Greece for our honeymoon and by far the best hotel thus far. 10/10 recommend"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

The Chania Hotel
SanSal Boutique Hotel
SanSal Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Akti Kanari , meletiou metaxaki, Chania
The price is ฿12,232 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
฿12,232
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
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
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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
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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.

Nea Chora
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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

Chania Town Travel Guide