Guidebook for Chania
Drinks & Nightlife
One of the best bars in Chania inside an old monastery with great coctails.
101 locals recommend
Το μοναστήρι του καρόλου
22 Chatzimichali NtalianiOne of the best bars in Chania inside an old monastery with great coctails.
PALLAS BAR
Probably the most popular bar in Chania.
http://www.pallaschania.gr/pallas
296 locals recommend
PALLAS
Akti TompaziPALLAS BAR
Probably the most popular bar in Chania.
http://www.pallaschania.gr/pallas
One of the oldest and most popular bars inside the ruins of an old jewish synagogue in the old Town
124 locals recommend
Sinagogi Bar
Parodos KondilakiOne of the oldest and most popular bars inside the ruins of an old jewish synagogue in the old Town
The most popular club in Chania. During July and August it is packed with people dancing till the sunrise.
9 locals recommend
Villa Club Chania
45 PEO Kissamou ChanionThe most popular club in Chania. During July and August it is packed with people dancing till the sunrise.
My favorite spot-street in Chania. There are many bars and restaurants on this road . You must visit it during night. You will love it.
10 minutes on foot. Don't try to take a car.
19 locals recommend
Chatzimichali Ntaliani
Chatzimichali NtalianiMy favorite spot-street in Chania. There are many bars and restaurants on this road . You must visit it during night. You will love it.
10 minutes on foot. Don't try to take a car.
Food Scene
KOUKOUVAGIA
A landmark cafe with great view and desserts near the tombs of Venizelos. In case you love chocolate don't forget to order zoom-er-oh a chocolate sponge cake drenched in hot chocolate syrup. The recipe has been protected recently with ® sign.
http://www.koukouvaya.gr/
226 locals recommend
Koukouvaya
KOUKOUVAGIA
A landmark cafe with great view and desserts near the tombs of Venizelos. In case you love chocolate don't forget to order zoom-er-oh a chocolate sponge cake drenched in hot chocolate syrup. The recipe has been protected recently with ® sign.
http://www.koukouvaya.gr/
THALASSINO AGERI.
In the neighborhood of Halepa you will find a scenic fish restaurant right on the beachfront.
http://www.thalasino-ageri.gr/english/index.html
205 locals recommend
Thalassino Ageri
THALASSINO AGERI.
In the neighborhood of Halepa you will find a scenic fish restaurant right on the beachfront.
http://www.thalasino-ageri.gr/english/index.html
GRAMBOUSSA RESTAURANT (KALIVIANI VILLAGE).
My favorite restaurant in Chania. Don't forget to combine it with your visit to Falassarna.
http://gramvousarestaurant.com/
139 locals recommend
Gramboussa Restaurant
1 Emmanouil DiktakiGRAMBOUSSA RESTAURANT (KALIVIANI VILLAGE).
My favorite restaurant in Chania. Don't forget to combine it with your visit to Falassarna.
http://gramvousarestaurant.com/
Patridogeusia restaurant.
You can taste your first souvlaki in Chania here. Three minutes walk from the house.
19 locals recommend
Patridogevsia
2 Pl. PithagorouPatridogeusia restaurant.
You can taste your first souvlaki in Chania here. Three minutes walk from the house.
A great restaurant in an old Turkish bath offering cuisine of Constantinople
173 locals recommend
Tamam
A great restaurant in an old Turkish bath offering cuisine of Constantinople
Great cafe to drink a cold coffee and have your breakfast. 5 minutes on foot.
22 locals recommend
Feidias cafe bar Chania
2 Πλ. ΕλευθερίαςGreat cafe to drink a cold coffee and have your breakfast. 5 minutes on foot.
Spitiko
6 Pl. EleftheriasNice place for breakfast ,sweets and coffee. 5 minutes on foot.
Ρούμελη ψητοπωλείο
Platia EleftheriasTraditional restaurant with souvlaki
Βιβλιοθήκη Cafe
80 Iroon PolitechniouCosy place to enjoy your coffee.
Parks & Nature
Falassarna spot
Falasarna Beach. Great sandy beach about 50 minutes by car.
BALOS BEACH
On the northwest coast of Cape Gramvousa, in a bay formed between the lesser capes of Tigani (the Frying pan) and Vouxa (Trypti), lies the sea-lagoon of Balos. I strongly recommend you to go by boat from Kisamos. In case you go by car rent a 4X4.
515 locals recommend
Balos Beach
BALOS BEACH
On the northwest coast of Cape Gramvousa, in a bay formed between the lesser capes of Tigani (the Frying pan) and Vouxa (Trypti), lies the sea-lagoon of Balos. I strongly recommend you to go by boat from Kisamos. In case you go by car rent a 4X4.
KEDRODASOS BEACH.
South of Elafonisi is another area of wild and remarkable beauty – Kedrodasos or the Forest of Cedars. Access can be made by car (up to a certain point) by a dirt-road through the plastic green-houses, or on foot following the E4 walking-route from the beach of Elafonisi itself. Kedrodasos is part of the NATURA 2000 programme: the age-old cedars are protected by a special environmental plan as their growth-rate is extremely laborious and slow (about one centimeter per year).
144 locals recommend
Kedrodasos Beach
KEDRODASOS BEACH.
South of Elafonisi is another area of wild and remarkable beauty – Kedrodasos or the Forest of Cedars. Access can be made by car (up to a certain point) by a dirt-road through the plastic green-houses, or on foot following the E4 walking-route from the beach of Elafonisi itself. Kedrodasos is part of the NATURA 2000 programme: the age-old cedars are protected by a special environmental plan as their growth-rate is extremely laborious and slow (about one centimeter per year).
SOUGIA BEACH.
The beach of Sougia is 1,2 km long and is the longest beach in the South-West of Crete. It is also quite wide (up to 70 meters in places). Although it is a pebble beach, these vary a lot in size and there are plenty of places where they are very small, more like coarse sand and it is not at all uncomfortable to lie on them.
72 locals recommend
Sougia
SOUGIA BEACH.
The beach of Sougia is 1,2 km long and is the longest beach in the South-West of Crete. It is also quite wide (up to 70 meters in places). Although it is a pebble beach, these vary a lot in size and there are plenty of places where they are very small, more like coarse sand and it is not at all uncomfortable to lie on them.
ELAFONISSI BEACH
It lies in the southwestern side of Crete and about 75 kilometers from the town of Chania, an island that is within walking distance from the mainland, sometimes without even getting one’s toes wet.
Elafonisi is a magical place that consists of a small islet full of white and pink sandy beaches, which is very close to the main busy (during Summer) beach.
362 locals recommend
Elafonissi Beach
ELAFONISSI BEACH
It lies in the southwestern side of Crete and about 75 kilometers from the town of Chania, an island that is within walking distance from the mainland, sometimes without even getting one’s toes wet.
Elafonisi is a magical place that consists of a small islet full of white and pink sandy beaches, which is very close to the main busy (during Summer) beach.
SEITAN LIMANI BEACH. This exotic tiny beach with impeccable emerald waters is one of the best in the area of Chania. It is surrounded by huge rocks, though they provide little shade. As it is rather small, it can easily get overcrowded so try to avoid visiting at weekends and during the peak of the tourist season. The beach is completely unorganised so make sure that you carry water and everything you need with you. Seitan Limania is accessible only by cars and motorbikes. Follow the road towards the airport of Chania. Turn left right before the airport towards the village of Chordaki (Hordaki) and then follow the signs to Rizoskloko. From then on, you will see numerous signs pointing the way to the beach. The asphalt road descends abruptly, ending at a parking area. Then a steep but OK-to-walk path starts from there and within 15 minutes it ends at this little paradise.
239 locals recommend
Seitan Limania Beach
SEITAN LIMANI BEACH. This exotic tiny beach with impeccable emerald waters is one of the best in the area of Chania. It is surrounded by huge rocks, though they provide little shade. As it is rather small, it can easily get overcrowded so try to avoid visiting at weekends and during the peak of the tourist season. The beach is completely unorganised so make sure that you carry water and everything you need with you. Seitan Limania is accessible only by cars and motorbikes. Follow the road towards the airport of Chania. Turn left right before the airport towards the village of Chordaki (Hordaki) and then follow the signs to Rizoskloko. From then on, you will see numerous signs pointing the way to the beach. The asphalt road descends abruptly, ending at a parking area. Then a steep but OK-to-walk path starts from there and within 15 minutes it ends at this little paradise.
GIALISKARI BEACH
It is situated at the mouth of the gorge of the same name, which begins 3 or so km inland at the village of Anhydroi (The Waterless Place). It is quite a large beach with thick sands and gorgeous turquoise waters. The best beach if you visit Palaiochora.
29 locals recommend
Gialiskari beach
GIALISKARI BEACH
It is situated at the mouth of the gorge of the same name, which begins 3 or so km inland at the village of Anhydroi (The Waterless Place). It is quite a large beach with thick sands and gorgeous turquoise waters. The best beach if you visit Palaiochora.
GORGE OF SAMARIA. The gorge of Samaria is situated in the National park of Samaria, in the White Mountains in West Crete. This gorge is considered one of the greatest attractions of Crete .It is a long (5 to 7 hours) walk through a great enviroment.
53 locals recommend
Φαράγγι Σαμαριάς - Samaria Gorge
GORGE OF SAMARIA. The gorge of Samaria is situated in the National park of Samaria, in the White Mountains in West Crete. This gorge is considered one of the greatest attractions of Crete .It is a long (5 to 7 hours) walk through a great enviroment.
Entertainment & Activities
Limnoupolis
Great water park the kids will love it.
National Stadium of Chania
National stadium of Chania. You can practice your running for free.
Arts & Culture
ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM OF CHANIA.
The Archaeological Museum of Chania is located in the historical centre of the city. It is housed in the former temple (katholikon) of the medieval Franciscan monastery, one of the most important monuments of the Venetian period in Crete.
245 locals recommend
Archaeological Museum of Chania
St ChalidonARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM OF CHANIA.
The Archaeological Museum of Chania is located in the historical centre of the city. It is housed in the former temple (katholikon) of the medieval Franciscan monastery, one of the most important monuments of the Venetian period in Crete.
Maritime Museum of Crete
14-16 DefkalionosGetting Around
CHANIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
In case you arrive by plane you will land here.
99 locals recommend
Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis"
Ethniki Odos Aerodromiou SoudasCHANIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
In case you arrive by plane you will land here.
Souda
SOUDA PORT.
In case you travel by ferry you will arrive here.
Shopping
The old market of Chania. Ideal to buy traditional products.10 minutes on foot
11 locals recommend
Platia Agoras
Platia Agoras The old market of Chania. Ideal to buy traditional products.10 minutes on foot
Sklavenitis Super Markets
& RenieriSuper market