Chania International Airport Ioannis Daskalogiannis 42 min
Agia Irini Gorge (50 min) Rocky gorge popular for moderate nature hikes in a tranquil setting with diverse plants & trees. Lighthouse (26 min) Venetian lighthouse originally built in the 16th century & later modified by the Egyptians in 1839. Firka Castle (26 min) Venetian-built fortress from the mid-16th century featuring scenic harbor views & a maritime museum. Gonia Odigitria Monastery (11 min) Renaissance-era Christian stronghold on an ancient coastal site, with a museum of Byzantine relics. Archaeological Museum of Chania (27 min) Small museum in a former Venetian monastery showcasing Minoan & Roman finds from the Chania area. Nea Chora Beach (25 min) Bustling, sandy stretch with low-rise hotels, plus restaurants & cocktail bars with ocean views. Agii Apostoli beach (20 min) This sandy beach in a deep cove offers swimming & sunbathing, plus several eateries. Golden beach (22 min) Popular beach featuring a stretch of gold sand used for sunbathing & water sports. Botanical Park & Gardens Of Crete. (30 min) Colorful tropical trees & medicinal herbs from around the world, planted on the site of a 2003 fire. Maritime Museum of Crete (26 min) Museum on maritime history from the Bronze Age to present, including models of ships & war relics. Limnoupolis (22 min) Opened in 1997, this water park on 65,000 sq. m. offers slides, a kids' pool & bars/eateries. Golden Beach (22 min) Iguana Beach (20 min) Compact sandy beach offering umbrella rentals & refreshments. Old Venetian Harbour. (29 min) Built 1320–1356 by the Venetians, this busy harbor includes a restored lighthouse, shops & eateries. Agioi Theodoroi (20 min) 2 uninhabited, rocky islets with rare native fauna like wild goats, plus some historic ruins. |