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Heraklion
Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Where Heraklion sits, what to see there, and what to book.
- Top sights
- 8
- Bookable experiences
- 494
- Time zone
- Europe/Athens
Heraklion sits in Crete, and this guide is the shape of it: where it is, what it breaks down into, and what there is to do once you are there. The sights below are ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for them, which is the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see. There are 494 bookable experiences here in total, with prices, durations and cancellation terms on every card.
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What to see in Heraklion
Ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for each — the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see.
Near Heraklion
Other destinations we publish within a few hours of here, closest first.
What travellers book in Heraklion
The experiences Viator ranks highest here, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card.
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Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Zeus Cave, Villages, Olive Oil Tour
5.0 (403)7h 30m
Explore Knossos Palace, Lasithi Plateau & the legendary Zeus Cave in one unforgettable day. Discover authentic villages, mythology, and Cretan olive oil traditions. • Visit Knossos Palace, Crete’s most famous…
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Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Meal and Water Activities
4.7 (571)5h 30m
Sail with us to the exotic Dia Island on our large and comfortable sailing yachts. Our journey begins at the Heraklion Old venetian port. After 1 hour of sailing, we arrive to Dia where we anchor in the bay of the…
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5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch
4.8 (1,230)5h
Discover another Crete with professional and informative drivers. They will tell you about mythology, history, and anecdotes from their island. The Creta Safari excursion will show you far more than you would ever…
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Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Pottery Olive Mill & Wine
5.0 (178)7h 30m
Experience the best of Crete in one unforgettable day, combining history, nature, Cretan food and authentic local life. Begin with a visit to the famous Knossos Palace, where the fascinating world of the Minoan…
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Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!
4.7 (287)4h
Explore the Best of Crete’s Waters – Discover crystal-clear seas, hidden coves, and vibrant marine life that make Crete one of the top snorkeling destinations in the world. Scenic Boat Ride – Enjoy a relaxing and scenic…
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Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option
4.9 (249)4h 30m
Sail to Dia Island: A Boutique Yacht Experience in Paradise Sun, blue waters, and good food—these are the things that define Greece, and Crete in particular. What if you could have them all at once? This all-inclusive,…
from €85 / personView details
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Sights, areas and experiences here were last checked 2026-09-13.
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