I may be biased as I live near Chania, but it has the most beautiful harbour I have ever seen. In the west of Crete, Chania is another city you must visit on the island. You can see artefacts from the site in the Archaeological Museum in the city of Heraklion. Skip the line and prebook your entry tickets to Knossos here by joining this guided walking tour. It was built in the 7th century BC and is well worth a visit if you are interested in ancient history it’s one of Greece’s most spectacular archaeological sites. The famous Palace of Knossos, which was the centre of Minoan civilisation and Europe’s oldest city, is close to Heraklion. The capital of Crete is Heraklion is on the island’s eastern side. It is a great winter destination, although you won’t get a direct flight outside the summer months and will have to transit through Athens. It promises year-round sunshine, although it can still have winter weather, mainly in January and February.Ĭrete offers everything from ancient ruins to spectacular beaches to snow-capped mountains.Īlthough the beach resorts close in the winter, the cities are still lively and all the archaeological sites, museums, and monasteries remain open. Crete Heraklion: Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Walking Tour – for history lovers.īest Greek Islands To Visit 1- Crete Crete is a popular holiday island in Greece.Ĭrete is the largest Greek island and the furthest south.Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour – an incredible tour not to be missed.
Full-Day Sailing Trip around Skiathos Island – explore ‘Mamamia island’ in the movies.Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit – very popular.From Athens: Greek Islands Private Helicopter Transfer – fly to the islands like a rockstar!.
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