Crete, Greece

Chania

Chania has the most beautiful old town in Crete, with a Venetian harbour, a lighthouse and lanes of Venetian and Ottoman houses.

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The city on foot

Chania was ruled by the Venetians and then the Ottomans. Its harbour and old town reflect both.

The old town is compact, from the harbour to the covered market, and best walked early or late in summer.

What makes Chania distinctive

  • The Venetian harbour
  • The lighthouse
  • Cretan food
  • Old town lanes

Walking tours in Chania

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Old town

    Lanes and houses.

  • Splantzia

    The former Turkish quarter.

  • Koum Kapi

    Seafront cafés.

Free self-guided walk

Harbour and old town

A free self-guided walk in Chania, from the Municipal Market through the old town to the Venetian harbour and the lighthouse.

3 km · 5 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Harbour

    Round to the lighthouse.

  2. Old town lanes

    Shops and houses.

  3. Koum Kapi

    East along the sea.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Flat.

  • Heat

    Hot summers.

  • Food

    Try dakos and bougatsa.

When to visit

  • Spring and autumn

    Best.

  • Summer

    Hot and busy.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Chania Airport is about 15 km away.

  • By ferry

    Overnight ferries to Piraeus.

Local transport

  • On foot

    The old town is walkable.

  • Buses

    Run to beaches.

Questions travellers ask about Chania

How many days do I need?

Two days.

Can I walk to the lighthouse?

Yes, along the breakwater.

Is Chania near beaches?

Yes.

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.