Nea Alikarnassos Travel Guide
Heraklion

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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.

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

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.

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

Heraklion Loggia
Take a look around this stunning Venetian monument, also the site of the Heraklion town hall.

Natural History Museum of Crete
Don’t miss the chance to learn about Crete’s unique natural environment at this excellent modern museum.
Things to do

Heraklion: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

CRETAquarium Entrance Ticket in Crete

From Rethymno: Full-Day Knossos And Heraklion with free time

Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide
Top hotels in Nea Alikarnassos

Sofia Hotel
"This hotel is of very good value. The breakfast was amazing, the room clean and functional, the common areas spacious and inviting. Only complaint is the limited parking availability."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Marvel Deluxe Rooms

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
"Very central and convenient location yet away from the crowded high traffic tourist area."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Peninsula Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
"Beautiful hotel and very clean. Great selection of snacks and drinks during the day. Restaurant was excellent, again a varied and great selection of meals. Staff were also polite, helpful and went the exra mile. The room we had overlooked the bay and was a delight to wake up to every morning."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive
"The property is great although services included are not. Drinks and food are not worth the price and pool hours are very restrictive."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only
"My husband and I went to Stella Island for our honeymoon. We had an amazing experience. We stayed in the Grand Overwater Bungalow, which was absolutely beautiful. Staying in that room gives you some perks around the hotel. The food was excellent and felt as though we were at fine dining restaurants ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026


