Old Town Chania Travel Guide
Chania
Visit Old Town Chania
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chania Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Chania with a stop at Chania Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do
Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Chania/Souda: Crete's Pink Wonder
Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste
True Love in Chania: Self-Guided Romantic Puzzle Walk
Elafonisi Beach Shore Trip from Chania/Souda: Crete’s Coastal Gem
Top hotels in Old Town Chania
Porto Veneziano Hotel
Our go-to hotel for stays in Chania; well maintained hotel with comfortable clean rooms, friendly staff and an excellent breakfast service with eggs etc cooked to order as well as an excellent cold buffet selection.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Nostos Hotel
View and staff and location.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Casa Delfino Hotel & Spa
Wonderful property with incredibly helpful staff. We arrived before check in time but they greeted us warmly. Our original room had stairs which might be difficult for us to navigate at night so they changed our room. The new room wasn't immediately available but they quickly finished the cleaning ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Kriti Hotel
Nice breakfast, great location, nice view/balcony
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Alcanea Boutique Hotel
Had a lovely stay at Alcanea in the off season, it’s a great location in Chania Old Town. Kyriaki couldn’t have been more helpful and supportive with any requests I had for things to do or organising taxis etc. The building has a lot of character and history
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Domus Renier Boutique Hotel, Member of Domus Elegance Collection
Friendly staff, great breakfast selection, beautiful views, convenient location. Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Chania
Koum Kapi
Travellers like the beaches in Koum Kapi, and Koum Kapi Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Chania Town
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 Agora.
Halepa
Waterfront views, gardens and historical sites are some highlights of Halepa. Make a stop by Tabakaria or Chania Archaeological Museum while you're exploring.
