Things to do in Heraklion

Activities, attractions and tours

A stone wall with a moat and boats docked at a harbor.
A harbor with boats docked, a stone wall, and a historic building in the background.
A harbor with various boats docked, a stone wall, and a large fortress in the background.
A seaside view with a white umbrella and wicker chairs.
A harbor with several boats docked, a stone wall, and a large fort in the background.

Things to do

Heraklion: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Heraklion: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

HK$223
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Heraklion: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Knossos Palace

E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty

HK$312
per adult
E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty
Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

HK$375
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island
Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide

Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide

HK$254
per adult
Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide
Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

HK$268
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour
From Rethymnon: Day Trip to Knossos Palace & Heraklion City

From Rethymnon: Day Trip to Knossos Palace & Heraklion City

HK$223
per adult
From Rethymnon: Day Trip to Knossos Palace & Heraklion City
Hersonissos: Rent A Boat - No License Required

Hersonissos: Rent A Boat - No License Required

HK$1,430
per traveller
Hersonissos: Rent A Boat - No License Required
From Rethymno: Full-Day Knossos And Heraklion with free time

From Rethymno: Full-Day Knossos And Heraklion with free time

HK$223
per adult
From Rethymno: Full-Day Knossos And Heraklion with free time
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Crete: Spinalonga, Elounda, & Agios Nikolaos Boat Tour & BBQ

Crete: Spinalonga, Elounda, & Agios Nikolaos Boat Tour & BBQ

Activity duration is 10 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 117 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$286 per adult
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Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$268 per adult
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Heraklion: Dia Island Luxury Sailing Trip with Meal & Drinks

Heraklion: Dia Island Luxury Sailing Trip with Meal & Drinks

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 79 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$661 per adult
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All-inclusice Catamaran Day Cruise from Hersonissos to Dia Island

All-inclusice Catamaran Day Cruise from Hersonissos to Dia Island

Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was HK$1,294 and current price is HK$1,216 per adult
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Heraklion: Dia Island Luxury Sailing Trip with Meal & Drinks

Heraklion: Dia Island Luxury Sailing Trip with Meal & Drinks

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 79 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$661 per adult
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What to do in Heraklion

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.

Heraklion Port

8.6/10 (1,664 reviews)
Spend an afternoon wandering around this ancient harbor and admiring the fortress and ancient walls or take a trip to one of the nearby islands.
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A seaside view with a white umbrella and wicker chairs.

Heraklion

A coastal cityscape with dense buildings, a clear blue sea, and mountainous background.

Agios Nikolaos

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a mountainous backdrop.

Ierapetra

A coastal town with a marina, boats, and buildings along the waterfront.

Hersonissos

Ancient ruins with stone pathways and structures, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

Faistos

An outdoor café with tables and chairs under umbrellas, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Mochos