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Heraklion ΗράκλειοCity guide: what to see, eat & how to get there
Crete's capital and main port, home to Knossos and a world-class museum.
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Things to see
- Knossos
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Koules fortress
- Venetian walls
Local food
DakosBougatsaRaki
Restaurants in Heraklion →Getting there
Heraklion Airport; ferries from Piraeus
Map
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Common questions
What is Heraklion known for?
Crete's capital and main port, home to Knossos and a world-class museum.
What should I see in Heraklion?
Highlights include Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Koules fortress, Venetian walls.
What food is Heraklion known for?
Look for Dakos, Bougatsa, Raki.
How do I get to Heraklion?
Heraklion Airport; ferries from Piraeus
Guides about Heraklion
- Piraeus to Heraklion Ferry: Overnight or Day Boat?
- East Crete Guide: Knossos, Heraklion Museum and Spinalonga
- Where to Stay in Crete: Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion or Elounda?
- Knossos Palace, Crete: How to Visit the Minoan Labyrinth
- Eleutherna: Crete's Ancient City and Museum
- Santorini to Crete Ferry: Times, Boats and Tips
Photo from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Highlights only; check opening times locally.