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May
72°F 22°C
58°F 14°C
Jun
78°F 25°C
65°F 18°C
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82°F 27°C
71°F 21°C
Aug
82°F 27°C
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Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos
Ollie #1 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 43 reviews

   Cretaquarium first opened its doors to the public in December 2005. It has recently undergone extensive renovation, involving the addition of new tanks, species, educational... more »

Attraction type  Aquariums
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Historical Museum of Crete
Ollie #2 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: The Historical Museum of Crete is a multi-faceted museum narrating seventeen centuries of history on the island, from Early Christian times to the...... more » Owner description: The Historical Museum of Crete is a multi-faceted museum narrating seventeen centuries of history on the island, from Early Christian times to the modern era. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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The Palace of Knossos
Ollie #3 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 220 reviews

The Palace of Knossos is the most important monument in Crete. The archaeological site of Knossos is 5 km southeast of Heraklion, in the valley of the river Kairatos.  Knossos was... more »

Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
Distance  4.8 km from city centre
The Natural History Museum of Crete
Ollie #4 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: The Natural History Museum of Crete (NHMC) demonstrates with an impressive manner the natural environment of eastern Mediterranean area with special...... more » Owner description: The Natural History Museum of Crete (NHMC) demonstrates with an impressive manner the natural environment of eastern Mediterranean area with special emphasis on Greece and Crete. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
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Gournia
Ollie #5 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
An ancient town dating back over 3,500 years, excavated and restored to show visitors how common people lived in ancient Greece.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Ancient Ruins
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Iraklion Archaeological Museum
Ollie #6 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 52 reviews

The only thing anyone needs to know right now about The Archaeologocal Museum at Heraklion, is that its CLOSED, for renovations! No one seems to know when it will reopen, but... more »

Attraction type  History Museums; Museums
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
Museum of Cretan Ethnology
Ollie #7 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
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Knossos Archaeological Site
Ollie #8 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Knosos Archaeological site 12km south of Heraklion
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  4.7 km from city centre
Lyrarakis Winery
Ollie #9 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Tour program: Visit to the medieval wine-presses of the area. Tour of the vineyards and the cellar Wine tasting at the cellar of our estate, in front...... more » Owner description: Tour program: Visit to the medieval wine-presses of the area. Tour of the vineyards and the cellar Wine tasting at the cellar of our estate, in front of the main vineyard. Lunch/Dinner possibilities: We can offer you the opportunity to taste many plates of the real Cretan Diet. This is done with the help of a local ladies' cooperation, who cook like they do at home. For menus and prices please email or call us. « less
Attraction type  Wineries
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Castello del Molo (Koules)
Ollie #10 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Castles
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Loggia
Ollie #11 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
Cathedral of St. Minas
Ollie #12 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Religious Sites
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Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis
Ollie #13 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
3.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Morosini Fountain (Lion's Fountain)
Ollie #14 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
3.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Fountains
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Ammoudara Beach
Ollie #15 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
3.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
Museum for the Battle of Crete and National Resistance
Ollie #16 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
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Church of St. Mark
Ollie #17 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Art Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  3.7 km from city centre
Doctor Fish Heraklion - Foot Spa Therapy
Ollie #18 of 23 attractions in Heraklion
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Welcome to Doctor Fish Foot Spa a divine sanctuary for the nurturing of your hands and feet. Step into a haven of tranquillity and escape from the...... more » Owner description: Welcome to Doctor Fish Foot Spa a divine sanctuary for the nurturing of your hands and feet. Step into a haven of tranquillity and escape from the world outside. Relax in our elegant surroundings and choose from a range of treatments delivered byexperts to condition and beautify. In Doctor Fish you can enjoy these services: Manicure & Pedicure, Nail Paint, Massage, Waxing and the famous fish spa. « less
Attraction type  Spas
Museum of Local Art and Agricultural History
Owner description: The form and image of the Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village is complete with the presence of the museum of Local Art and Agricultural History.To...... more » Owner description: The form and image of the Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village is complete with the presence of the museum of Local Art and Agricultural History.To achieve its main goal, which is to preserve and promote the Cretan civilization and tradition, Arolithos established a museum.This museum exhibits old household objects of everyday life, agricultural tools and various items of local art.There is also a computer in the museum providing information about Arolithos and all the activities available.A bibliographic reference material on the tradition, the civilization and the history Crete is currently being compiled. This library will soon be available to the public. « less
Attraction type  Museums
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Arkea
Owner description: Feeling like cretan immersion day : natural flavours of genuine cretan diet, discovery of a way of (long) life which rhymes hospitality and recreation...... more » Owner description: Feeling like cretan immersion day : natural flavours of genuine cretan diet, discovery of a way of (long) life which rhymes hospitality and recreation of traditional cooking introducing, nature walk, cretan people dances...So, let's go to my ancient village house at Anopoli, near Gouves and Heraklio, at the "Table d'Hôtes Arkea" « less
Attraction type  Mysterious Sites
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