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78°F 25°C
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Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos
Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos
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Ranked #1 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 43 reviews

   Cretaquarium first opened its doors to the public in December 2005. It has recently undergone extensive renovation, involving the addition of new tanks, species, educational... more »

Attraction type  Aquariums
Historical Museum of Crete
Historical Museum of Crete
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Ranked #2 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Owner description: The Historical Museum of Crete is a multi-faceted museum narrating seventeen centuries of history on the island, from Early... more » Owner description: The Historical Museum of Crete is a multi-faceted museum narrating seventeen centuries of history on the island, from Early Christian times to the modern era. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  4.9 miles from city centre
The Palace of Knossos
The Palace of Knossos
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Ranked #3 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 221 reviews

The Palace of Knossos is the most important monument in Crete. The archaeological site of Knossos is 5 km southeast of Heraklion, in the valley of the river Kairatos.  Knossos was... more »

Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
Distance  2.9 miles from city centre
The Natural History Museum of Crete
The Natural History Museum of Crete
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Ranked #4 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: The Natural History Museum of Crete (NHMC) demonstrates with an impressive manner the natural environment of eastern... more » Owner description: The Natural History Museum of Crete (NHMC) demonstrates with an impressive manner the natural environment of eastern Mediterranean area with special emphasis on Greece and Crete. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Gournia
Gournia
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Ranked #5 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: An ancient town dating back over 3,500 years, excavated and restored to show visitors how common people lived in ancient... more » Owner description: An ancient town dating back over 3,500 years, excavated and restored to show visitors how common people lived in ancient Greece. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Ancient Ruins
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Iraklion Archaeological Museum
Iraklion Archaeological Museum
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Ranked #6 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 53 reviews

The only thing anyone needs to know right now about The Archaeologocal Museum at Heraklion, is that its CLOSED, for renovations! No one seems to know when it will reopen, but... more »

Attraction type  History Museums; Museums
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Museum of Cretan Ethnology
Ranked #7 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Lyrarakis Winery
Lyrarakis Winery
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Ranked #8 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: Tour program: Visit to the medieval wine-presses of the area. Tour of the vineyards and the cellar Wine tasting at the cellar... more » Owner description: Tour program: Visit to the medieval wine-presses of the area. Tour of the vineyards and the cellar Wine tasting at the cellar of our estate, in front of the main vineyard. Lunch/Dinner possibilities: We can offer you the opportunity to taste many plates of the real Cretan Diet. This is done with the help of a local ladies' cooperation, who cook like they do at home. For menus and prices please email or call us. « less
Attraction type  Wineries
Knossos Archaeological Site
Knossos Archaeological Site
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Ranked #9 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Knosos Archaeological site 12km south of Heraklion
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  2.9 miles from city centre
Castello del Molo (Koules)
Castello del Molo (Koules)
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Ranked #10 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Castles
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Cathedral of St. Minas
Cathedral of St. Minas
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Ranked #11 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Morosini Fountain (Lion's Fountain)
Morosini Fountain (Lion's Fountain)
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Ranked #12 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
3.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Fountains
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Loggia
Ranked #13 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis
Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis
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Ranked #14 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
3.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Doctor Fish Heraklion - Foot Spa Therapy
Doctor Fish Heraklion - Foot Spa Therapy
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Ranked #15 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Welcome to Doctor Fish Foot Spa a divine sanctuary for the nurturing of your hands and feet. Step into a haven of... more » Owner description: Welcome to Doctor Fish Foot Spa a divine sanctuary for the nurturing of your hands and feet. Step into a haven of tranquillity and escape from the world outside. Relax in our elegant surroundings and choose from a range of treatments delivered byexperts to condition and beautify. In Doctor Fish you can enjoy these services: Manicure & Pedicure, Nail Paint, Massage, Waxing and the famous fish spa. « less
Attraction type  Spas
Museum for the Battle of Crete and National Resistance
Ranked #16 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Church of St. Mark
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Ranked #17 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Art Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  2.9 miles from city centre
Ammoudara Beach
Ammoudara Beach
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Ranked #18 of 23 Attractions in Heraklion
3 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Museum of Local Art and Agricultural History
Museum of Local Art and Agricultural History
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Owner description: The form and image of the Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village is complete with the presence of the museum of Local Art and... more » Owner description: The form and image of the Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village is complete with the presence of the museum of Local Art and Agricultural History.To achieve its main goal, which is to preserve and promote the Cretan civilization and tradition, Arolithos established a museum.This museum exhibits old household objects of everyday life, agricultural tools and various items of local art.There is also a computer in the museum providing information about Arolithos and all the activities available.A bibliographic reference material on the tradition, the civilization and the history Crete is currently being compiled. This library will soon be available to the public. « less
Attraction type  Museums
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Arkea
Owner description: Feeling like cretan immersion day : natural flavours of genuine cretan diet, discovery of a way of (long) life which rhymes... more » Owner description: Feeling like cretan immersion day : natural flavours of genuine cretan diet, discovery of a way of (long) life which rhymes hospitality and recreation of traditional cooking introducing, nature walk, cretan people dances...So, let's go to my ancient village house at Anopoli, near Gouves and Heraklio, at the "Table d'Hôtes Arkea" « less
Attraction type  Mysterious Sites
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Church of St. Minas and Pantanassa
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
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Church and the Museum of St. Aikaterini
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Art Museums
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
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The Chronaki House
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
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