What's Chania Town like?
Visitors really like Chania Town, especially its historical sites, waterfront and bars. Enjoy the neighbourhood's museums and cafes. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Old Venetian Harbor and Chania Lighthouse. There's plenty more to see, including Chania Central Market and Agora.
How to get to Chania Town
Flying to:
- Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis), 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Chania Town
Things to see and do in and around Chania Town
What to see in Chania Town
- Agora
- Old Venetian Harbor
- Chania Lighthouse
- Nea Chora Beach
- Chania Municipal Garden
Things to do in Chania Town
- Chania Central Market
- Maritime Museum of Crete
- Eleftherios Venizelos Residence & Museum
- Historical Museum and Archives
- War Museum of Chania
Other popular Chania Town attractions
- Koum Kapi Beach
- Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary
- Venetian Shipyards
- Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan
- Park of Peace and Friendship
When is the best time to visit Chania?
- Hottest months: July, August, September, June (average 25°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, March, December (average 13°C)
- Rainiest months: December, January, February, November (average 150 mm of rainfall)