Heraklion Attractions: Beaches, Archaeology & More


Beaches
Archaeology
Historical Sites
Museums
Excursions
 
Historical Museum of Heraklion
  This museum houses many artifacts, ancient relics and other items of historical significance from the early Christian times to present. 7 Kalokairinou St. Iraklion-Crete.Tel +3081 283219
Monastery of Odigitria
  The temple of the monastery is dedicated to the Birth of the Holy-Mother and to the Saint Apostles. Inside the temple there are valuable frescoes, icons of famous painters and iconostasis.
Amenospelia  
  The building at this location is believed to be a shrine that dates to 17th century BC. Here was believed to be the first human sacrifice of Minoan times. Read more.
Castello del Molo
  This Venetian Fortress is very near to the present day harbor in Heraklion
The Fort of Chandakas
  Located in Heraklion, this fortress dates to the 15th century and most is still preserved today.