Chania Town Travel Guide

Chania

Venetian Port
Venetian Port showing a coastal town
Venetian Port showing a coastal town
Venetian Port
Venetian Port featuring a coastal town

Popular places to visit

Old Venetian Harbor

Old Venetian Harbor

4.5/5(108 reviews)

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

Old Venetian Harbor
Chania featuring a city

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
Maritime Museum of Crete which includes interior views

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
Chania showing religious aspects, a square or plaza and a church or cathedral

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
Crete Island

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
Venetian Port showing a coastal town

Mosque of the Janissaries

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

Mosque of the Janissaries

Things to do

Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Souda

Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda

฿5,291
per adult
Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda
Having lunch at Santorini

Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete

฿6,837
per adult
Santorini Island Full-Day Tour from Crete
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour

฿3,684
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Chania: Sightseeing & Tastings Tour
Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

฿2,659
per adult
Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania
Picturesque street of the Old Town - Alma de Creta

Explore Chania's Old Town through the eyes of a local

฿3,608
per adult
Explore Chania's Old Town through the eyes of a local
Snorkeling and Boat trip in Crete with free certification!

Snorkeling and Boat trip in Crete with free certification!

฿2,849
per adult
Snorkeling and Boat trip in Crete with free certification!
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Top hotels in Chania Town

Kydon, The Heart City Hotel

Kydon, The Heart City Hotel

4 out of 5
Sof. Venizelos Sq. & 2 Str. Tzanakaki, Chania, Crete Island
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (609 reviews)
"Excellent staff, great location and the room was perfect for us."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

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Kydon, The Heart City Hotel
Kriti Hotel

Kriti Hotel

3 out of 5
Nikiforou Foka & Kiprou, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿4,976 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,976
฿5,855 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
Great location staff and food poor aircon
"Air on poor not great on a hot day on august had to use my own fan in my room"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Kriti Hotel
Samaria Hotel

Samaria Hotel

4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿6,304 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿6,304
฿7,557 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (794 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, great staff, beautiful rooms, will be returning!"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Samaria Hotel
The Chania Hotel Crete, Vignette Collection by IHG

The Chania Hotel Crete, Vignette Collection by IHG

5 out of 5
Pl. 1866, 16, Chania
The price is ฿7,505 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿7,505
฿9,114 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
"Our stay at the Chania Hotel was nothing short of extraordinary! The hotel is impeccably clean, beautifully maintained, and perfectly located—everything you could want for a stay in Chania. But what truly set this experience apart was the incredible staff, especially Demos. From start to finish, ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

The Chania Hotel Crete, Vignette Collection by IHG
Elia Bettolo

Elia Bettolo

3 out of 5
Betolo 1, Old Town, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿5,043 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
฿5,043
฿5,932 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (194 reviews)
"Loved this property. In the middle of the action! staff was soooo friendly and gave great local recommendations, especially Areti! One thing was no parking, as this is in a pedestrian area, but we parked at a structure a couple minute walk away."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Elia Bettolo
Porto Veneziano Hotel

Porto Veneziano Hotel

3 out of 5
Akti Enoseos & Glafkou, Old Venetian Harbor, Chania, Crete
The price is ฿11,888 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿11,888
฿13,724 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (575 reviews)
"I can’t speak highly enough about this hotel. It has an amazingly helpful staff. Tons of great recommendations to see and do. Everything is with a 10 minute walk. The breakfast was fantastic. It had a buffet and a hot breakfast option. The hotel has beach towels and beach umbrellas available. Good ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Porto Veneziano 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

If you're spending some time in Old Town Chania, Old Venetian Harbor and Chania Central Market are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Chania
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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 Chania Archaeological Museum or Tabakaria while you're exploring.

Halepa

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