Old Town Chania Travel Guide
Chania
Visit Old Town Chania
Popular places to visit
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.
Chania Central Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Chania Central Market during your trip to Chania. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.
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.
Maritime Museum of Crete
You can study the exhibits at Maritime Museum of Crete, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Chania. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.
Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary
After visiting Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chania. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.
Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan
Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan is just one of the places to see in Chania, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this quaint area.
Top hotels in Old Town Chania
Porto Veneziano Hotel
"Great Breakfast and Dinner Selection. Beautiful spot and staff helped me with booking a tour. They were all very kind!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
"Amazing stay. Staff was super helpful. Breakfasts were delightful, especially when we discovered that we could order Greek yoghurt, drizzled with honey and with diced fruit. Very refreshing and a perfect beginning to the day. Location is perfect. Parking is a real challenge but we got lucky almost ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Kriti Hotel
"The staff was great. The bedroom was okay, but it had some bugs. The bed was very thin and not comfortable. The breakfast menu is limited in choices. The hotel was very close to the sea and the Old Town, so you could see everything."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Casa Delfino Hotel & Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
"Margarita and the staff were simply incredible! We very much enjoyed the charming hotel in the friendly staff"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Palazzo di Pietro
"I am so happy that we found this hotel. My girlfriend and I stayed on the third floor and it was an amazing time. The hotel is owned by a local family and the woman that runs it is an amazing person. She was very hospitable and friendly and gave us tons of local knowledge and restaurant suggestions. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Bozzali
"Heavy, damp smell. No amount of opening windows helps, partly because the "window" is a small frosted panel wedged into a corner - more of a windowless room dressed up as one. Loud noise from the street: I could hear every conversation, the cleaner filling the buckets, and the nearby bars. The shower ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Where to stay in Old Town Chania
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 Ethniko Athlitiko Kentro Chanion and Chania Central Market.
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.
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.
Koum Kapi
Travellers like the beaches in Koum Kapi, and Koum Kapi Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
