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 civilisations?

As you stroll through the picturesque streets of Heraklion, Crete's largest city, you'll witness the footprints left by various cultures that have populated the island over the millennia: Armenians, Greeks and Arabs among others.

Admire the Church of St Titos, the sophisticated 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 bougatsa.

Your next stop will be the Central Market of Heraklion. You'll experience the lively pace of daily life in the city as you walk through the bazaar, reviewing local products and traditional Cretan handicrafts.

After 2.5 hours, this guided tour of Heraklion will conclude at the starting point.