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Landmarks in Crete

Discover the best landmarks in Crete. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

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greece/crete/landmark/knossos-palace

Knossos Palace

Journey to Knossos Palace: Explore the legendary Minoan civilization and uncover the myths of ancient Crete, just outside Heraklion.

Knossos 714 09
4.3 Very Good 44,941 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/heraklion-archaeological-museum

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Discover the wonders of Minoan civilization at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, home to an unparalleled collection of ancient Cretan artifacts.

Ξανθουδίδη και, Chatzidaki 1, Iraklio 712 02
4.7 Excellent 28,541 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/venetian-fortezza-castle

Venetian Fortezza Castle

Explore the Venetian Fortezza in Rethymno: a historic fortress with stunning views, blending Venetian & Ottoman architecture.

Rethimno 741 31
4.4 Very Good 15,480 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/rocca-a-mare-fortress

Rocca a Mare Fortress

Explore the Venetian-era Rocca a Mare Fortress in Heraklion, a historic landmark with stunning views and fascinating exhibits.

Heraklion 712 02
4.6 Excellent 9,508 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/minoan-palace-of-phaistos

Minoan Palace of Phaistos

Discover the Minoan Palace of Phaistos: A window into Crete's ancient civilization with stunning views and rich history.

Άγιος Ιωάννης, Kamilari 702 00
4.3 Very Good 5,836 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/cave-of-diktaion-andron

Cave of Diktaion Andron

Explore the mythical birthplace of Zeus at Diktaion Andron, a sacred cave with stunning formations and panoramic views on the Lasithi Plateau.

Psichro 720 52
4.3 Very Good 8,383 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/caves-matala

Caves Matala

Explore ancient caves, a hippie history, and stunning beaches at Matala, Crete. A unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty awaits.

Μάταλα, Pitsidia 702 00
4.5 Excellent 8,230 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/morosini-fountain

Morosini Fountain

A Venetian masterpiece in Heraklion, the Morosini Fountain, or Lions Fountain, stands as a symbol of history, art, and community.

Pl. El. Venizelou, Iraklio 712 02
4.5 Excellent 22,144 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/melidoni-cave

Melidoni Cave

Explore the stunning Melidoni Cave in Crete, a site of natural beauty and historical significance, marked by both ancient legends and tragic events.

Melidoni, 740 52
4.5 Excellent 5,194 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/rimondi-fountain

Rimondi Fountain

A historic Venetian fountain in Rethymno's Old Town, the Rimondi Fountain offers a glimpse into the city's rich past and architectural beauty.

Mavrokordatou Alexanrou, Rethymno 741 31
4.4 Very Good 8,994 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/malia-palace-archaeological-site

Malia Palace Archaeological Site

Uncover the mysteries of the Minoan civilization at Malia Palace, Crete's third-largest Minoan palace, offering an authentic archaeological experience.

Αρχαιολογικός χώρος Μαλίων, Malia 700 07
4.2 Very Good 3,324 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/lighthouse-of-chania

Lighthouse of Chania

Iconic Chania Lighthouse: A blend of Venetian, Ottoman & Egyptian history, offering breathtaking harbor views and a glimpse into Crete's past.

Chania 731 32
4.8 Excellent 2,119 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/natural-history-museum-of-crete

Natural History Museum of Crete

Discover Crete's natural wonders at the Natural History Museum: interactive exhibits, diverse ecosystems, and prehistoric creatures await!

Κόλπος Δερματά, Leof. Sofokli Venizelou, Iraklio 712 02
4.6 Excellent 3,859 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/church-of-agios-minas

Church of Agios Minas

Discover Agios Minas Cathedral in Heraklion: a majestic symbol of faith, art, and Cretan history in the heart of the city.

Agiou Mina 25, Iraklio 712 01
4.7 Excellent 3,752 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/venizelos-graves

Venizelos Graves

Visit the Venizelos Graves in Chania for panoramic views, a glimpse into Greek history, and a peaceful park setting. A tribute to Cretan heritage.

Agorastaki 4, Chania 731 33
4.7 Excellent 2,704 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/richtis-gorge

Richtis Gorge

Discover Richtis Gorge: Hike through lush landscapes, past waterfalls, and end at a serene beach in Crete's protected natural park.

ΕΟ Αγίου Νικολάου Σητείας 221, Exo Mouliana 720 57
4.7 Excellent 1,610 reviews
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Guora gate

Step through history at Rethymno's Guora Gate, the grand entrance to the enchanting Old Town and a reminder of the city's Venetian past.

Antistaseos ke Dimakopoulou, Rethymno 741 31
4.5 Excellent 4,156 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/talos-square

Talos Square

Discover Talos Square in Chania: A vibrant hub where history, culture, and modern charm converge in the heart of the Old Town.

Theotokopoulou 63, Chania 731 31
4.5 Excellent 854 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/venetian-loggia

Venetian Loggia

Explore the Venetian Loggia in Heraklion, a beautifully preserved monument showcasing Crete's rich Venetian history and architectural elegance.

August Str 25, Iraklio 712 02
4.5 Excellent 864 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/ancient-city-of-lato

Ancient City of Lato

Explore Lato: Crete's best-preserved Dorian city with stunning views, ancient ruins, and a glimpse into a rich Hellenistic past.

Kritsa 721 00
4.5 Excellent 502 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/bembo-fountain

Bembo fountain

A historic Venetian fountain in Heraklion's Kornarou Square, offering a tranquil escape with Renaissance and Gothic artistry.

Pl. Kornarou 2, Iraklio 712 01
4.4 Very Good 2,684 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/venetian-walls-of-heraklion

Venetian Walls of Heraklion

Explore the Venetian Walls of Heraklion: a historic fortress offering panoramic views and a glimpse into Crete's rich past.

Nik. Plastira 25, Iraklio 712 01
4.6 Excellent 1,178 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/agios-nikolaos-redan

Agios Nikolaos Redan

Explore Agios Nikolaos Redan in Chania: a historic Venetian fortress offering stunning harbor views and a glimpse into Crete's rich past.

Chania 731 32
4.8 Excellent 141 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/horn-of-amalthea

Horn of Amalthea

A modern sculpture inspired by Greek mythology, symbolizing abundance and offering stunning views of Mirabello Bay in Agios Nikolaos.

9, Themistokleous 1, Ag. Nikolaos 721 00
4.4 Very Good 287 reviews
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Kastélli

Explore Kastélli Hill in Chania: Uncover layers of Minoan, Venetian, and Byzantine history in this continuously inhabited ancient settlement.

Kanevarou 34, Chania 731 32
4.5 Excellent 346 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/venetian-shipyards-vechi

Venetian Shipyards / Vechi

Explore Heraklion's Venetian Shipyards: a historical landmark showcasing naval architecture and maritime heritage on the island of Crete.

Leof. Nearchou, Iraklio 712 02
4.3 Very Good 211 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/sabbionara-bastion

Sabbionara Bastion

Explore Sabbionara Bastion in Chania: A historic Venetian fortress offering scenic views and a glimpse into Crete's rich past.

Defkalionos 9, Chania 731 32
4.4 Very Good 532 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/ancient-city-itanos

Ancient City Itanos

Discover the ancient port city of Itanos near Vai, Crete: where history meets stunning beaches and whispers tales of a vibrant past.

Sitia 723 00
4.6 Excellent 175 reviews
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Kouloures

Explore the enigmatic Kouloures at Knossos, ancient circular pits with a mysterious past, offering a glimpse into Minoan life.

Knossos 714 09
3.9 Good 90 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/pantokrator-venetian-portal

Pantokrator Venetian Portal

Explore the Pantokrator Venetian Portal in Heraklion, Crete: a historic gateway showcasing Venetian artistry and centuries of rich heritage.

Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου, Ενετικά Τείχη, Iraklio 712 02
4.6 Excellent 729 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/statue-of-eleftherios-venizelos

Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos

A monumental tribute to Eleftherios Venizelos in Heraklion, symbolizing Greek heritage, leadership, and national pride. A must-see landmark!

Leof. Dimokratias, Iraklio 713 06
4.5 Excellent 487 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/kenouryia-porta

Kenouryia Porta

Explore Kenouryia Porta, a historic Venetian gate in Heraklion, Crete, offering a glimpse into the island's rich past and architectural splendor.

Evans 12, Iraklio 712 01
4.5 Excellent 1,036 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/archaeological-area-diktinna

Archaeological Area Diktinna

Discover the ancient sanctuary of Diktinna in Crete, dedicated to the Minoan goddess Vritomartis, and explore its Roman and Byzantine ruins.

Platanias 730 06
4.5 Excellent 42 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/kornarou-square

Kornarou Square

Discover Kornarou Square in Heraklion: where Venetian fountains meet Ottoman relics in a vibrant hub of Cretan history and culture.

Heraklion 712 01
4.3 Very Good 490 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/ottoman-fountain

Ottoman fountain

Discover the historical charm of Chania's Ottoman Fountain, a cultural landmark blending Venetian and Turkish influences in a vibrant city square.

Pl. 1866 7, Chania 731 35
4.2 Very Good 374 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/monument-to-the-battle-of-crete

Monument to the Battle of Crete

A tribute to the heroes of the Battle of Crete, this monument in Heraklion offers a poignant glimpse into the island's history and resilience.

Leof. Dimokratias, Iraklio 713 06
4.6 Excellent 56 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/venezianische-foundation

venezianische Foundation

Explore Venetian history and culture at the Venezianische Foundation in Crete, a captivating journey into the island's past.

Φωτεινός 741 50
4.8 Excellent 23 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/west-venetian-walls

West Venetian Walls

Explore Chania's West Venetian Walls: a historic fortress offering stunning views and a glimpse into the island's rich past.

Meletiou Piga 2, Chania 731 31
4.3 Very Good 166 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/herakleion-unknown-soldier-statue

Herakleion Unknown Soldier Statue

A poignant tribute to the unnamed heroes of Greece, located in the heart of Heraklion's bustling Plateia Eleftherias.

Plateia Eleftherias, Iraklio 712 01
4.5 Excellent 82 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/statue-of-erotokritos

Statue of Erotokritos

A timeless monument in Heraklion's Kornarou Square, celebrating Crete's epic poem of love, Erotokritos, and its cultural heritage.

Mavrolenis 17, Iraklio 712 01
4.5 Excellent 175 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/war-tunnel

War Tunnel

Explore a hidden WWII tunnel in Agia Galini, Crete, offering a unique glimpse into the island's strategic past and wartime resilience.

Agia Galini 740 56
4.4 Very Good 42 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/modern-art-musclecar-on-container

Modern Art Musclecar on Container

Experience the fusion of automotive design and modern art at Hersonissos's iconic Musclecar on Container, a symbol of creativity and innovation.

Unnamed Road, Chersonisos 700 05
4.4 Very Good 40 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/byzantine-walls

Byzantine Walls

Explore the ancient Byzantine Walls of Chania, a window into the city's layered history and enduring resilience.

Rianou 6, Chania 731 32
4.3 Very Good 24 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/nikos-kitsikis-s-bust

Nikos Kitsikis's bust

Honor the legacy of Nikos Kitsikis, an influential Greek engineer, with a visit to his commemorative bust in the heart of Heraklion.

Unnamed Road, Iraklio
4.5 Excellent 37 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/megali-vrysi

Megáli Vrýsi

Discover Megáli Vrýsi in Krasi, Crete: a historic spring and village landmark offering natural beauty and a glimpse into traditional Cretan life.

Unnamed Road,, Κράσι, Krasi 700 05
4.7 Excellent 11 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/da-molin-tower

Da Molin Tower - Ενετικός Πύργος Δα - Μολίνου

Explore the ruins of Da Molin Tower in Alikianos, Crete, where Venetian history and local legends intertwine amidst a backdrop of natural beauty.

Alikianos 730 05
4 Very Good 21 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/ancient-column

Ancient Column

Discover a fragment of ancient history in Agios Nikolaos, a silent witness to Crete's enduring cultural heritage.

Kapetan Tavla 6, Ag. Nikolaos 721 00
4.1 Very Good 31 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/view-point-mount-karfi

View point Mount Karfi

Discover the stunning vistas and rich history at Mount Karfi, a must-visit viewpoint in Chersonisos, Crete.

Chersonisos 720 52
4.4 Very Good 14 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/minoan-settlement-archeological-site

Minoan Settlement Archeological Site

Uncover the mysteries of Minoan civilization at the Myrtos-Pyrgos settlement near Ierapetra, Crete. Explore ancient ruins and artifacts.

Ierapetra 720 56
4.7 Excellent 9 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/venetian-gate-omnia-mundi-fumus-et-umbra

Venetian Gate - Omnia mundi fumus et umbra

Step back in time at Argiroupoli's Venetian Gate, a historical landmark showcasing Crete's Venetian heritage and architectural beauty.

Unnamed Road, Argiroupoli 740 55
4.8 Excellent 5 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/konaki-seragio

Konaki/Seragio

Discover Konaki/Seragio in Chania: A historical landmark with stunning views, offering a peaceful retreat into the city's rich Venetian and Ottoman past.

Chania 731 32
4.8 Excellent 4 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/byzantine-basilica

Βυζαντική Βασιλική

Explore the ruins of Crete's largest early Byzantine basilica, a testament to the island's rich religious history and architectural heritage.

Μητρόπολη 700 12
4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/monumental-centuries-old-olive-tree

Monumental centuries old olive tree

Discover a centuries-old olive tree in Hersonissos, Crete, a living testament to the island's rich history and enduring olive cultivation.

Hersonissos 700 05
5 Excellent 2 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/budynek-pomalowany-w-kanonie-neoplastycyzmu

Budynek pomalowany w kanonie neoplastycyzmu

A unique architectural landmark in Gouves, Crete, showcasing the bold geometric forms and primary colors of the Neoplasticism art movement.

Epar.Od. Koksaris - Goufon 17, Gouves 700 14
4.5 Excellent 2 reviews
greece/crete/landmark/basilica-6-jh

Basilica 6. Jh

Discover the historical allure of this 6th-century Byzantine basilica in Mylopotamos, Crete, offering a serene glimpse into the island's rich past.

EO Rethimnou Irakliou, Milopotamos 740 57
3 Average 1 reviews

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