Chania Travel Guide

Crete

A narrow street lined with buildings, outdoor seating, and a mosque in the background.
A seaside promenade with outdoor seating, cafes, and a historic building.
A church with a blue dome and a bell tower, surrounded by residential buildings and mountains in the background.
A public square with a central fountain, outdoor cafes, and a view of the sea.
A dilapidated stone building with overgrown vegetation and a parked scooter.

Popular cities in Chania

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a large dome structure, and a waterfront promenade.
Chania
Known for Beaches, Ports and Historical
Trip time! Discover the cafes, monuments and beaches in relaxing Chania.

Reasons to visit

  • Port of Souda
  • Old Venetian Harbor
  • Golden Beach
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A coastal landscape with a prominent rocky island, clear turquoise waters, and a sandy beach.
Kissamos
Known for Sea, Swimming and Relaxing
Secluded Kissamos awaits: its oceanfront, sunny weather, beaches and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Elafonissi Beach
  • Balos Beach
  • Falassarna Beach
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A coastal landscape with a clear turquoise sea, green hills, and a prominent mountain in the background.
Apokoronas
Known for Small town, Sandy beaches and Countryside
Like the countryside and adventure? Get away to secluded Apokoronas!

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Kournas
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A coastal landscape with a mountain range, clear turquoise waters, and a sandy beach area.
Kantanos-Selino
Known for Rocky beaches, Sandy beaches and Dolphins
Escape to quaint Kantanos-Selino! Enjoy its churches and boating.

Reasons to visit

  • Kedrodasos Beach
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A waterfront with a lighthouse, a mosque, and a row of shops.
Platanias
Known for Beaches, Sandy beaches and Pebble beaches
Trip time! Discover the countryside, beaches and wineries in quaint Platanias.
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A coastal road with parked cars, a pier, boats, and a cruise ship.
Sfakia
Known for Ferries and boats, Mountains and Canoeing
Experience secluded Sfakia: its canoeing, natural setting and more!
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Stay near popular Chania attractions

A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and rocky cliffs.

Balos Beach

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Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Balos Beach, a popular beach in Kissamos. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.
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