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

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.

Old Venetian Harbor
Chania featuring a city

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.

Chania Central Market
Maritime Museum of Crete which includes interior views

Maritime Museum of Crete

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

After visiting Mosque of the Janissaries, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chania. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.

Mosque of the Janissaries

Things to do

Chania: Elafonisi Bus Trip with Free Time and Stop in Elos

Chania: Elafonisi Bus Trip with Free Time and Stop in Elos

฿1,074
per adult
Chania: Elafonisi Bus Trip with Free Time and Stop in Elos
Chania: Elafonisi Day Tour with Free Time & Elos Visit

From Chania: Elafonisi Pink Sand Beach Day Trip w/ Elos Stop

฿1,078
per adult
From Chania: Elafonisi Pink Sand Beach Day Trip w/ Elos Stop
Georgioupolis Area: Full-Day Bus Trip to Elafonisi Island

Georgioupolis Area: Full-Day Bus Trip to Elafonisi Island

฿1,273
per adult
Georgioupolis Area: Full-Day Bus Trip to Elafonisi Island
From Rethymno: Bus Trip to Elafonisi Beach

From Rethymno: Bus Trip to Elafonisi Beach

฿795
per adult
From Rethymno: Bus Trip to Elafonisi Beach
Elafonissi from Chania

Elafonissi from Chania

฿1,385
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Elafonissi from Chania
From Chania; Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus

From Chania: Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus

฿1,011
per adult
From Chania: Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus
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Top hotels in Chania Town

Morum City Hotel Chania

Morum City Hotel Chania

4 out of 5
8 Manousogiannakidon, Chania
The price is ฿2,996 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,996
฿3,525 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
"Breakfast OK, Friendly staff, Breakfast could be better. Quite noisy due to thin walls and gaps in the door. Small bathroom"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Morum City Hotel Chania
SanSal Boutique Hotel

SanSal Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Akti Kanari , meletiou metaxaki, Chania
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,528 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿3,528
฿4,130 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
"The Breakfast was really delicious, location was perfect and having parking made everything so convenient. I really enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

SanSal Boutique 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 ฿3,410 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,410
฿3,997 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (632 reviews)
"Great experience with excellent facility and service in very good location ( walking distance ) to Old Town, restaurants, shopping,etc.."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Kydon, The Heart City Hotel
Hyperion City Hotel

Hyperion City Hotel

4 out of 5
75 El. Venizelou, Chania
The price is ฿3,132 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿3,132
฿3,680 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
"Room was very nice and beds were extra luxurious!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hyperion City Hotel
Arkadi Hotel

Arkadi Hotel

3 out of 5
1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿2,681 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,681
฿3,243 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Old Venetian ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (333 reviews)
"Very convenient location l. Staff was wonderful"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Arkadi Hotel
Kriti Hotel

Kriti Hotel

3 out of 5
Nikiforou Foka & Kiprou, Chania, Crete Island
The price is ฿2,754 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,754
฿3,192 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (392 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, good location and an excellent coffee wirh the breakfast! The only downside is that the room doors did not have soft closers and a lot of the guests sadly slammed them so it was had to sleep past 7.30am."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Kriti 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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