Chania Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chania featuring a city
Chania featuring interior views and markets
Maritime Museum of Crete showing interior views
Maritime Museum of Crete showing interior views
Chania showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Where to stay in Chania

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 Old Venetian Harbor.

Chania Town
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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Koum Kapi

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

Koum Kapi
Isla Brown Chania Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton

Isla Brown Chania Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton

5 out of 5
Stavros, Chania, Crete Island
The price is Rp3.399.100 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp3.399.100
Rp4.229.181 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (88 reviews)
"The floor is a little bit dusty"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Isla Brown Chania Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton
Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Strati Pantelaki 5, Agioi Apostoloi, Chania, Crete
The price is Rp6.968.010 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp6.968.010
Rp8.216.635 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free valet parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (275 reviews)
"The staff of the hotel is amazing, you feel at home, they are always happy and ready to assist! We will definitely come back, I strongly recommend all their properties, we stayed at the Domes White Cost in Milos and it was the same amazing experience."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only
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! (608 reviews)
"Love the property and staff was great!!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

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Corinna Mare

Corinna Mare

3 out of 5
Kalamaki, Nea Kidonia, Chania, Crete Island
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (517 reviews)
"The staff went above and beyond. The breakfast was amazing."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Corinna Mare
Porto Platanias Beach - Luxury Selection

Porto Platanias Beach - Luxury Selection

5 out of 5
Platanias, Chania, Crete Island
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki ...
9/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
"The place was great. The people at the front desk, bell staff and housekeeping were the best and most helpful. Our stay was near the end of the season so the restaurant was understaffed and a little slow. On the other hand there are so many great places to eat within short walking distance it didn't ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sep 2024

Porto Platanias Beach - Luxury Selection
Anais Collection Hotels & Suites

Anais Collection Hotels & Suites

3 out of 5
Chryssi Akti, Chania, Crete Island
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 2 poolside bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (88 reviews)
"We had a good experience in one night stay here on 8/5. Front desk staff is very friendly and helpful. Our suite is clean, spacious, with good kitchen facilities. A supermarket is right across street. The only concern is the bathtub that is too high and narrow for aged people. Joanne from NYC"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

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Popular places to visit

Old Venetian Harbor

Old Venetian Harbor

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

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
Seitan Limania Beach

Seitan Limania Beach

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
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
Agia Triada Monastery

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
Ancient City of Aptera

Ancient City of Aptera

Ancient City of Aptera is just one of the places to see in Chania, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Ancient City of Aptera

Things to do

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

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

Rp1.339.240.448
per traveller
Crete's Pink Wonder: Elafonisi Beach Trip from Chania/ Souda
From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

Rp1.090.535
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa
Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

Rp1.339.254
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

Rp1.817.559
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!

Rp1.626.237
per adult
Snorkeling and Boat trip in Crete with free certification!
Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner

Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner

Rp2.659.376
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Wine, Food, and Sunset Tour with 3-Course Dinner
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