Chania International Airport Ioannis Daskalogiannis 27 min
Archaeological Museum of Chania (7 min) Small museum in a former Venetian monastery showcasing Minoan & Roman finds from the Chania area. Órmos Soúdas (25 min) Waterfront area with sandy stretches, coastal resorts & dining, plus the ruins of ancient forts. Firka Castle (15 min) Venetian-built fortress from the mid-16th century featuring scenic harbor views & a maritime museum. Limnoupolis (22 min) Opened in 1997, this water park on 65,000 sq. m. offers slides, a kids' pool & bars/eateries. Lighthouse (12 min) Venetian lighthouse originally built in the 16th century & later modified by the Egyptians in 1839. Old Venetian Harbour. (7 min) Built 1320–1356 by the Venetians, this busy harbor includes a restored lighthouse, shops & eateries. Souda (52 min) This island was fortified by the Venetians & remained in their possession until 1715. Nea Chora Beach (13 min) Bustling, sandy stretch with low-rise hotels, plus restaurants & cocktail bars with ocean views. Agia Triada Tzagaroli Monastery (26 min) Active Byzantine monastery built in the 17th century also housing a museum of rare religious works. Maritime Museum of Crete (14 min) Museum on maritime history from the Bronze Age to present, including models of ships & war relics. Agioi Theodoroi (24 min) 2 uninhabited, rocky islets with rare native fauna like wild goats, plus some historic ruins. Golden beach (15 min) Popular beach featuring a stretch of gold sand used for sunbathing & water sports. Venetian Neoria (4 min) Agii Apostoli beach (18 min) This sandy beach in a deep cove offers swimming & sunbathing, plus several eateries. Golden Beach (15 min) |