Activities in Heraklion, Crete





Climb aboard a pirate ship & sail the waters of Heraklion like a real buccaneer. You'll be able to swim in the open sea, spot dolphins & have a delicious barbecue on board!. Heraklion Pirate Boat Ride.
- 5 hours
- Water activities
- Outdoors








Sail through Crete's crystal clear waters on this Dia Island Day Trip from Heraklion. You'll visit Agios Georgios Bay and Panagia Cave as you explore the stunning and uninhabited Dia Island. Dia Island Day Trip.
- 7 hours
- Outdoors






Explore some of the most charming corners of the Cretan coastline and go for a swim in a beautiful bay on this excursion to Spinalonga and Kolokitha from Malia. Spinalonga & Kolokitha Excursion. We'll meet at 8 am in Malia and head to Elounda harbor.
- 10 hours
- Outdoors








Chania, Lake Kournas & Rethymno Excursion. At 7:30 am on the morning of the tour, we will gather at the scheduled meeting point in Malia. From there, we will set off for western Crete to discover interesting locations on the island.
- 12 hours
- Outdoors









Explore West Crete on this excursion to Chania, Kournas Lake & Rethymno from Heraklion. Discover beautiful spots and stunning natural landscapes. Chania, Kournas Lake & Rethymno Day Trip. At 7:30 am, we'll meet at the arranged location in Heraklion.
- 12 hours
- Outdoors







On our day trip to Santorini from Heraklion, we will explore one of Greece's volcanic islands, visiting Oia and Fira. Santorini Day Trip.
- 12 hours
- Outdoors

Discover the fascinating secrets of the Minoan civilisation by exploring the ancient Palace of Knossos with an expert English-speaking guide. Unmissable!. Palace of Knossos Guided Tour.
- 2 hours
- City activities

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 civilisation!. Walking Tour of Heraklion.
- 3 hours
- City activities








Cheese, olive oil, coffee, wine, and other food await on our Heraklion Food Tour. We'll explore this Cretan city and sample its traditional dishes. Heraklion Food Tour.
- 4 hours







On this day trip to Rethymno from Heraklion, we will explore the medieval heritage of one of Crete's most beautiful towns and visit the Arkadi Monastery. Tour Details.
- 10 hours








Become a pro diver with our beginners scuba diving lesson in Agia Pelagia. You'll learn essential theory and practical skills for scuba diving in Crete. Description.
- 6 hours

With this ticket to Knossos Palace, you can discover the secrets of the Minoan civilization and visit this complex built around 1700 BC. Why Visit Knossos Palace?.








Discover some of the most fascinating spots in inner Crete on this tour from Malia. You will visit the monastery of Odigitria, stroll around Agiofarago Gorge and visit Matala, a hippie enclave. Agiofarago, Matala & Odigitria Jeep Safari.
- 8 hours







On this tour to Spinalonga and Agios Nikolaos, we'll discover two notable destinations on the island of Crete and swim in Kolokitha Bay. Agios Nikolaos & Spinalonga Tour.
- 11 hours
- City activities








Admire Crete's underwater beauty in all its splendor on our Agia Pelagia snorkeling tour. This spot's crystal-clear waters make it one of the best places in Greece to go snorkeling. Description.
- 6 hours

On this day trip to Matala, we will explore notable beaches and one of Europe's well-known hippie colonies, significant in Greek mythology. Day Trip Details.
- 9 hours








Enjoy a magical cruise through the waters of Crete on this sunset boat trip around Agios Georgios - swim in the open sea and have a delicious lunch on board!. Description.
- 4 hours






Discover Cretan culture in this live music and dance show at a local traditional village on the island, complemented by a buffet dinner. Dinner with Live Music & Dance.
- 4 hours






If you want to learn about the history of Crete and discover all about the Minoan culture, this guided tour of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum is a must. Tour Description.
- 2 hours


On this 3-day tour of Crete from Heraklion, we will explore places such as Arkadi Monastery, and the cities of Vatos and Zaros, immersing ourselves in Greek culture. Tour Description. Day 1: Heraklion - Gortyna - Festo - Matala - Zaros.
- 3 days
- City activities