Walking Tour of Heraklion

Delve into the fascinating history of Crete: explore the most important landmarks and monuments in Heraklion on this guided walking tour. Discover the myths and legends of the ancient Minoan civilization!

Walking Tour of Heraklion

After meeting your guide at the time indicated at Hari's Creperiê, your guided walking tour of the fascinating Cretan city of Heraklion will begin. Ready to discover the remains of one of Europe's oldest civilizations?

As you stroll through the picturesque streets of Heraklion, Crete's largest city, you'll bear witness to the footprints left by the many different cultures who have populated the island over the millennia: Armenians, Greeks and Arabs amongst others!

Admire the Church of St Titos, the elegant Venetian Loggia and the impressive Agios Minas Orthodox Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in Greece.

Continue exploring the historic centre of Heraklion, passing by the Basilica of St Mark and the Morosini Fountain. Here, you can try some local products, like raki and bougasta. How delicious!

Next stop? The Central Market of Heraklion. You'll be immersed in the lively pace of daily life in the city as you walk through the bazaar and peruse the different local products and traditional Cretan handicrafts.

After 2.5 hours, we'll end this guided tour of Heraklion at the starting point.

How does it work?

During this guided tour, you will walk through the city and enjoy the rich history and culture. The tour includes:
Expert guide servicesLocal tastings at selected stopsVisits to various historical landmarks

The following items are not included:
Personal expensesFood and drinks not mentioned

The meeting point is located at Hari's Creperiê. Please arrive a few minutes early to ensure a prompt start.