Free self-guided walk · Chania

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.

Distance
3 km
Walking time
41 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
5

Open the route in Google MapsChania city guide

About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Chania on foot.

The lighthouse walk is best at sunset.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Evening.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Municipal Market

    Start at the market.

  2. Splantzia Square

    The square.

  3. Mosque of the Janissaries

    On the harbour.

  4. Venetian Harbour

    The harbour.

  5. Lighthouse

    Finish at the lighthouse.

Tips

  • Hot in summer.
  • The breakwater is uneven.
  • Try bougatsa.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.