If you are passionate about history or archaeology, then you must visit this museum. If not, don’t bother. The Archaeological Museum is, in my opinion, the second most important tourist attraction in Heraklion (the first being the Koules Fortress). I won’t describe in detail what you can see here, because there are plenty of photos online, but I’ll make a few clarifications, because during my visit I noticed quite a few tourists who seemed disappointed by the collections on display. 1. An archaeological museum is not the same as a history museum. In an archaeological museum, you’ll find collections of objects, artifacts, and exhibits that help you understand (or imagine) how people lived in ancient times. If you’re looking for details about important figures and major events (wars, revolutions, political assassinations, discoveries, etc.), that’s what a history museum is for. 2. Don’t waste all your energy in the first halls. Many visitors make this mistake (I know, because back in college I worked as a tourist guide): they spend too much time in the prehistoric sections, get tired, and then rush through the most fascinating parts. I saw the same thing here: tourists staring for ages at the hundreds (or maybe thousands) of clay artifacts on the ground floor, only to hurry past the magnificent collection of ancient coins displayed upstairs. 3. In the very first hall there’s a wooden model - a miniature reconstruction of the Palace of Knossos. Even if it’s not 100% historically accurate (you can read online about the controversies surrounding the palace), it’s still very interesting. In fact, before visiting the actual archaeological site, it’s a great idea to stop by the museum. Personally, I think it’s even better to visit the museum and, if you’re short on time, you could easily skip the site itself. 4. Finally, before leaving, don’t forget the hall of statues. After finishing the upper floor, when you come back downstairs, turn left. I mention this because, to my great surprise, I saw entire groups of tourists leave the building at this point, missing one of the most remarkable collections in the museum. Finally, two more points: The air conditioning doesn’t always work. If you struggle with the heat, it’s best to avoid visiting during peak hours when the museum is very crowded. The museum is surrounded by a garden, so after your visit you can relax in the shade and enjoy the view—it’s especially beautiful at sunset.

Some photos of Heraklion archaeological museum. Was really fun and interesting. But I feel I wanted more time then I had to explore it all. After the guide was done we had only 20 min to explore the rest or buy some suverni. Would be great if it would have been 1-1,5 hours after extra. But overall it was a great enjoyment.

The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is actually very well-curated. There are ALOT of artefacts that ranged from pre-Minoan to Minoan and Roman/Greek history. Not only so, the museum tries to make sure that there are explanations in English for each section of the exhibit and for specific artefacts, there would be added details, with english explanations available as well. We love it that the path for the visit is well-defined as well. Visitors just have to follow the path and complete the artefacts on the first level, which leads to more on the second level, before returning to see the Roman/Greek statues at the end of the visit. There are a few things that stood out from the artefacts for us 1. Unlike most people who “Go big or go home”, the Minoans “go small”. In fact, they started to specialise in this skill of miniature craft where you find very small pieces of art, intricately designed and sculpted. 2. People had personalised seals. There were different animals as insignia and the method of utilising the seal also varied, with one version we saw, carved on a roller such that the insignia is rolled over the document/clay. 3. Written language was already available 4000 years ago. Around 2000BC, they found clays with sort of hieroglyphics on it. What was interesting to us was that the documents had lines on it, just like how our exercise books would be. The words would be written on those lines to depict perhaps the accounts or a story. The other interesting we found was that since the words were written on clay and used only for temporary accounts (i.e. not to be kept for extended period of time), the clays in the museum were actually “accidentally“ preserved due to a fire, that caused the clay to be hardened for us to see it thousands of years later. For the full review of our visit to HAM as well as details of our 5 months Round The World (RTW) trip, visit 2bearbear today!

Had the option of coming here as part of a Knossos tour. It is a complete no brainer to choose to visit as the museum amplifies and expands your appreciation of the history of Crete particularly after visiting Knossos. I was unable to book tickets online beforehand, but the queue was worth standing in for 15-20 minutes, i'm unsure how long it is normally but there was on a Wednesday a later opening time of 1-8, so it was just a one of those things. However it was a superb building and rooms to view and look at the archaeological finds. Everything was densely packed in but was thoughtfully laid out and I could have spent much longer than the 1.5-2 hours I had available, and this was just prioritising the first floor with the Minoan finds.

Amazing place full of items mainly from Knossos Palace. I would recommend visiting this place prior to seeing Knossos Palace. There is a cafe with a great view over the part of Heraklion and sea port. To avoid the crowds i believe it is better to come in an afternoon.

What can I say, the archaeology in this museum is amazing. The amount and quality of the finds on display at stunning. It covers all throughout the ages. We visited Knossos before visiting the museum, everything just slots into place and you get to understand the history and relevance of the finds.

Beautiful museum! Wish we had more time. We are on a tour and didn't get to see everything. I believe there's a gift shop and a little Cafe as well as bathrooms downstairs.

This museum has an astonishing collection of home micros and, what's more, these old computers are functional and available to use! An essential place to visit, to learn about the history of computers and the evolution of technology, or to relive the glory of 8/16-bit computing. The owners are also lovely people. They have created this place with care and love and it shows!

I didn't really know what to expect, except for several old systems in working condition, and was happily surprised. Great collection of retro machines (computers and consoles, some VERY rare, quite beyond the set that we typically remember from that time), with applications and games at the ready. Vagelis and Katerina know and love their stuff, and are more than enthusiastic to share this - and how often do you end a guided tour playing Bubble Bobble with your host? Highly recommended for any retrolover, great experience for anyone interested in what came before what we perceive as computing today. I think anything less than the interactive tour is too brief.

A really good space with plenty of stuff to see touch and even play, a really good exhibition of retro and new stuff, 100% a must-visit on your way to Heraklion

Not good

All Computers were still working, and we could even play on them!

(Translated by Google) Very lovingly furnished computer museum. The owners are very personable, humorous and give great tours with explanations and the opportunity to test the equipment on site and play games. Entry is very cheap. All in all, there is a lot of heart and passion in the store. (Original) Sehr liebevoll eingerichtetes Computermuseum. Die Besitzer sind sehr sympathisch, humorvoll und geben tolle Führungen mit Erläuterungen und der Möglichkeit, die Geräte vor Ort zu testen und Spiele zu spielen. Der Eintritt ist sehr günstig. Alles in allem steckt sehr viel Herzblut und Leidenschaft in dem Laden.

(Translated by Google) A must-see for every fan of old computers and consoles. A museum run by true enthusiasts. Paradise on Earth for people raised on 8/16 bit computers. It's also worth taking your family. Good luck and success from Poland. (Original) Miejsce obowiązkowe dla każdego fana starych komputerów i konsol. Muzeum prowadzone przez prawdziwych pasjonatów. Raj na Ziemi dla ludzi wychowanych na 8/16 bitowcach. Warto zabrać tez rodzinę. Powodzenia i sukcesów z Polski.

An interesting building and facade, but much more impressive inside in the courtyard. It is currently a government office building.

The busiest cafe downtown, and for a good reason. They have a huge pastry selection, and an excellent coffee! The only problem is that they don't have price tags or descriptions for the pastries so you have to ask the counter girls, which seems like tierd of answering.

Looks nice, it’s not really accessible, You can only see outside and the terrace

Nonetheless, we decided to first visit the Venetian Loggia and then follow the outer walls of the fortress and we had 2 amazing finds. At Venetian Loggia, one of the best views is this "bottom-up" shot of the facade that we took with 2bearbear. Along the outer walls of the fortress, we found that... For the full details of our visit to the Venetian Loggia and outer walls of the fortress, along with details of our 5 months Round The World (RTW) travels, visit 2bearbear today!

Lavish City Hall structure built in the Venetian period with an elegant atrium & hall for events. I visited in the off season so there was no one around which made it perfect for photography! You can only walk around outside and admire the exterior architecture. Easy place to swing by on your way to/from the town square.

Currently the townhall but before it used to be the seat of power of Venetian overlords. Picturesque building

I Very Please To Have Visit Here, I Was Amazing By The Beautiful Little Court Yard.

We really enjoyed this museum – small but very interesting. We visited it in less than an hour but stayed another half hour upstairs playing with the fun logic games. Most exhibits actually work, and the staff is very dedicated, friendly and happy to explain and demonstrate. The building itself is impressive, from the Venetian period. A lovely experience, highly recommended!

A great little hidden gem of a museum. it is very informative and they also have working models of the ancient greek inventions. The staff were very friendly and were demonstrating the different technologies. There is a small gift shop upstairs and a place to get refreshments, with an outside balcony area. Definitely worth a visit.

Cool and unique museum. Very helpful staff who gave very good and informed explanations and demonstrations. The ancient Greeks really came up with so many scientific, mathematical and technological inventions e.g. the first alarm clock and the first robot. Nice to see a display cabinet on Hippocrates and Galen.

Very unique. The ticket as of 2025 is 7€ but it's worth as you can stay and check all the inventions for a few hours. The stuff even make small presentations of some of the machines. Most unique was the automated wine serving maid of Philon.

Wonderful museum!! Do take the time to visit and experience the amazing inventions of ancient Greece and marvel at their ingenuity and resourcefulness. The lovely staff demostrate how the items work and are very eager to explain and give more information about each exhibit. Spend some time on the ground floor taking in all the information, then go up to second floor for a second exhibit, get a Greek coffee and play some of the ancient games that we are still enjoying to this day.

The Museum of Ancient Greek Technology (Heraklion) opened at 9am and a staff told us that there were exhibits on the first level and the second level was more of a cafe and souvenir shop. We started with an introduction of how Greece, sitting at the crossroads of the East and the West was able to receive ideas from around the region and build upon them to create innovative products of their time. Through the exhibits, we also saw foundations of what we would consider modern technologies such as cinematography, automation, encryption and modern warfare. This also prompted an idea from the museum that they believe innovations grow in a circular manner (i.e. rise and decline) as compared to linear (i.e. build upon). Interesting concept, though we think it is more of the latter. In our first exhibit, we saw automation in action. When a priest entered the temple and little the fire in the middle of the courtyard, this fire would heat up the water beneath and trigger the opening of the door. Similarly, when the fire dies down the door closes. Although it uses the principles of conservation of energy and not entirely the automation that we know today, there are some similarities in wanting to achieve an outcome automatically (i.e. opening the door)... For the full review of Museum of Ancient Greek Technology as well as our 5 months Round The World (RTW) trip in 2025, visit 2bearbear today!

Very interesting exhibits and interactive demonstrations from the friendly staff. You can spend up to 1.5 hours if you take the time to read everything. Well worth the 7€ entry and the staff will also store your luggage for free.

After reading the reviews, I didn’t want to go but changed my mind the last minute and it was absolutely worth it!!! I’ve been to many aquariums, and it’s one of the nicest and cosiest. Calming music, great light, variety of fish. Spent 1 hour. There are 62 tanks which is a lot!!! 👌😍

​This was the fifth aquarium I've visited, so perhaps my expectations were too high. ​Unfortunately, the venue was very crowded with many children who were noisy and constantly tapping on the glass, despite clear signs asking for quiet. Staff were only present at the ticket counters, so there was no supervision within the exhibition itself to enforce the rules. ​The layout of the tour was also disappointing. The main attraction, the largest tank, is located right at the beginning. In my experience, you expect a spectacular finale, but here the climax comes far too soon. ​The digital information panels were another downside. The touch screens often lagged, and with only one screen serving several tanks, it was very impractical in the crowds. The gift shop was also unremarkable and felt just like a typical Cretan souvenir stall. ​However, there were some positives. The animals themselves are beautiful, and photos don't do them justice. I also learned a couple of interesting facts, for instance about the turtle nesting grounds on Crete, and that ammonite fossils were apparently used for discus throwing in the ancient Olympics. ​I was debating between giving 3 or 4 stars. However, after considering all the shortcomings and the €12 adult ticket price, I feel that 3 stars is the more appropriate rating.

We went with 2 small kids- the 2y didn’t find any point there but the 5y enjoyed it. I personally enjoyed looking at the fish types and felt most are very different and interesting to look at. The place needs a little maintenance- feel a bit old It’s not that big and didn’t spend a lot of time inside. We were staying at a hotel near by, not sure it worth a long ride.

The aquarium is really nice, well maintained and there is a large variety of fish and sea animals 😍 First time I see sharks and tiny starfish 🥹 I also appreciated the section about biodiversity and ocean pollution. It is informative for kids and can be a good opportunity for a pollution awareness discussion with them. Good to know: -Opening hour is @10AM, make sure you buy your ticket online so you can avoid waiting in line. Otherwise, arrive really early as there can be a lot of families and tours scheduled for visits. We bought the tickets on the spot but had to wait around 20 mins in line to get them. -There is a large parking space outside the aquarium but places can go quickly if you arrive later than noon. -There is a large beach coast right in front of the aquarium so you can have a walk or a swim after your visit. -There are clean toilets inside and a space where you can have snacks and hot/cold drinks. Happy visit! 💫🤗

Third time coming here over the years and not once been disappointed. Lovely aquarium. Very informative and very updated now they have the new touch screens. The fish are well looked after. Its a lovely place. The tanks are impressive and just outstandingly clean. Will visit again.

Spectacular, just check out the pictures. We decided to spend the time before our flight here and it was a great decision. So many animals to see, for a great price. In total we spent about 90 minutes here and another half hour outside at the terrace under the trees.

We had tickets in advance for this and the entry was quick. It is a pretty sizable aquarium, if you take your time to look around you may need about an hour. At the exist there is a small gift shop where you can get a little something to remember the experience. Inside there are all kinds of fishes and it would take way too long to name them all so I will add some photos. Great place to visit, expecially with kids.

Planet Crete is Europe's answer to the Kennedy Space Centre - a truly astronomical place. There was so much information at hand and I felt like I learnt alot. The gift shop was out of this world and sold a vast array of Star Wars lego sets which I found incredibly relevant as a tribute to Aunt Beru. One thing I would watch out for is the cut out of the space man that you can have a photo in. There is a chair behind it which I almost tripped up on. The staff member was incredibly helpful and offered a selection of movies for us to watch, unfortunately it would have meant waiting for 2 hours in the car park, so we left it for next time. The Planetarium is the main attraction but I think there is a Dinosaur park next door if you want to look through a window into prehistoric Earth. We saw one dinosaur on the way in and it looked just like those from Jurassic Park - watch out! Definitely worth the visit A++++.

Worth it for children and families. Also couples. Don't buy anything extra get the standard ticket. 5€ EXTRA for the VR for 5minutes is not worth the money. Dinosaur park good for children but outside in the heat. The science park is not worth it maybe spent time there while you wait for the movie of your choice inside the Planitarium Helpful staff, do it after the Aquarium... But definitely not worth the money in direct comparison to the aquarium

Technology needs a massive upgrade ... VR and Planetarium is just passable...

Very nice place, movie explains about planets.

Pretty poor. The film was out of focus. Science details were limited. Too grown up for kiddies, but too young for grown ups with an interest in astronomy. For us, complete waste of 20 euros..sorry

The kids movie looks really poor: like someone makes it using video editor putting some pictures on top of frames.

Very nice and cheap ..... Science exhibition was unbelievable expirience !!!

It's ok this place, I wouldn't say it's the best. Again, we got there for opening time, was a nice staff member at the reception desk, very helpful. Amazing animatronics on the dinosaurs & facts with everyone you see around the park. Gift shop wasn't all that great could've had a lot more in there if I'm honest, but the food there was good. More so for kids so if you have a child, go there for a good day out.

We had a truly delightful experience. Our children, aged 4 and 6, were initially a bit apprehensive, but they quickly found their confidence and enthusiastically explored the park. While not expansive, the park is thoughtfully laid out and perfectly sized for younger visitors. The Dinosaur Hospital was a charming and educational highlight, sparking curiosity and smiles in equal measure. The science activity, offered for a modest additional fee of €5, was well worth it—engaging, hands-on, and informative. The entire venue is clean, well-maintained, and easily accessible. We also sampled the VR experience, which was enjoyable, though not essential to the overall visit. Though the park isn’t vast, it delivered a memorable day out filled with fun and learning—an excellent value for money and a hit with the whole family.

Took my 9-year-old and 4-year-old here. Best day of the holiday. About €10 each to get in, which takes about 1 hour to explore and 30mins play at the end. But there is lots of extras to get. We spent the extra £5 each to explore the science area. Which was well worth it and we spend another hour in here. The dinosaures were amazing. The hospital tour was good. The kids had a great time. Well worth a visit.

Our son enjoyed the park, specially the doctor animation that was really nice. We did the cinema 5D where the first part was a bit out of context and the second part scared or 3 years old son. I would recommend this for kids at least 5 years old (?) It was calm, not many people, don’t need to book on the internet there was no queue at all

We went during the morning with two kids (5,3 yo). They enjoyed it, we were there almost 3 hours. There are different activities that are available with no extra money (guess who? Puzzles, excavations, dinosaur hospital, playground). There are benches to sit and even some shade from the trees. At the end, we bought a pizza (tasting) from the restaurant and some games for the kids from the souvenir shop. The staff was friendly.

Spent the day here with my son and had the best time. There is so much to do! A dinosaur museum, the floor is lava, animatronic dinosaurs, a dinosaur hospital, science museum, planetarium, 5D cinema, VR experience. All the staff were friendly and helpful, and great food. Highly recommend.

A little bit expensive for a family to visit but if you have a kid that likes dinosaurs it is the place to go. We just had the general ticket because our kid is only 3 years old and was more than enough. I would suggest the park to stop showing the video of a dinosaur chasing kids because our kid saw that and was afraid to enter the park after that 😅 They have good toys for sale as well

(Translated by Google) Very nice space for our children with a huge tree in the middle for shade! If you exclude some people who bring their dogs to pee thinking it's a pet park, the place is great (Original) Πολύ ωραίος χώρος για τα παιδιά μας με ένα τεράστιο δέντρο στη μέση για σκιά! Αν εξαιρέσεις κάποιους που φέρνουν τα σκυλιά τους για κατούρημα νομίζοντας ότι είναι πάρκο κατοικίδιων, ο χώρος είναι υπέροχος

(Translated by Google) A resident of the area for years, the playground was completely unused. Finally something good happened. A little gem in the center of Heraklion. (Original) Χρόνια κάτοικος στην περιοχή η παιδική χαρά ήταν εντελώς ανεκμετάλλευτη. Επιτέλους κάτι καλό έγινε. Ένα μικρό διαμαντάκι στο κέντρο του Ηρακλείου.

Tha mporousan na valoun kiala pexnidia.

(Translated by Google) Very good job, it has smart and creative games, the bad thing is that they don't pay attention.... Garbage, dog dirt... And the lack of awareness that is everywhere... in the city they won't leave it for long🙁 (Original) Πολύ καλή δουλειά έχει έξυπνα κ δημιουργικά παιχνίδια το κακο είναι ότι δεν προσέχουν .... Σκουπίδια , ακαθαρσίες σκύλων... Κ ασυνειδησία που υπάρχει παντού...στην πόλη δεν θα το αφήσουν για πολυ🙁

(Translated by Google) ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN'S JOYS... BRAVO TO THE MUNICIPALITY... (Original) ΑΠΟ ΤΙΣ ΠΙΟ ΩΡΑΙΕΣ ΠΑΙΔΙΚΕΣ ΧΑΡΕΣ... ΜΠΡΑΒΟ ΣΤΟ ΔΗΜΟ...

(Translated by Google) They have vagrant access to relieve themselves. Suitable for children over 5 years old (Original) Εχουν πρόσβαση αδεσποτα για να κανουν την αναγκη τους. Κατάλληλο για παιδιά άνω των 5 ετων

(Translated by Google) Small but beautiful playground with access from Titou Georgiadis but also from the stairs behind Kapetanakeio. (Original) Μικρή αλλά όμορφη παιδική χαρά με προσβαση από την Τίτου Γεωργιάδη αλλά και από τις σκάλες πίσω από το Καπετανάκειο.

It was okay, food was a okay price and iz tasted average, and we got free fruits at the end. We were at the time the only guest and the location its a little bit in the middle of nowhere.

Excellent Greek cuisine, good portions, friendly personnel and a nice playground for kids to exhaust themselves before or after the meal. I really enjoyed the goat meat with French fries, the baked sheep cheese and the coffee.

Visited yesterday with wife and two children (3 and half year old). Big place to play with 2 bouncy castles. Staff was very friendly and the food was good! We got bread before and fruits afterwards. Highly recommend with or without kids.

TLDR- great food, great wine, bouncy castles, mobility-impaired friendly! Came for a wedding, loved it, and immediately brought the rest of the family to dinner here the next night. The food is amazing, I recommend the lamb and pork from the oven. The lamb was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The porc was so tender it could be cut with a straw!The kids play area works really well with my daughter and is certainly fine for any toddler on up. There is a toddler-specific bouncy castle and a child bouncy castle. This means we can watch the kids while eating in peace. As an added bonus, the changing table was accessible by men and not hidden away in the women’s WC like so many in Greece. The house wine (white) was delicious, crisp and dry. If you got this far, did you pick up on the two bouncy castles? What are you waiting for? Go eat at Taverna Krhtes!

We went towards the end of the day at the extra season and there weren't many people, but they still quickly mobilized and served us without issue. As most restaurants on Crete, the food is really good and plentiful.

I've dined in Krites at different occasions. The quality of the food and service is consistently very good. It's ideal for families and adults alike. Bravo!

Food was ok,chicken was very dry and no flavor. Nothing special. But playground for kids is nice

The main square is a lively place with lots of restaurants and shops around—perfect for a casual stroll or a meal. However, during our visit, the fountain wasn’t working, which was a bit disappointing. Still, the atmosphere and variety of places nearby made it worth the stop.

The fountain is nice. Beautiful carved frescoes all over. However, the fountain was never "on" in the 2.5 days I was there. At night, cockroaches come out of the cracks by the base. The fountain area is packed with tourists that give off a positive vibe and energy. Surrounded by restaurants all over the place and street shops hawking various wares. The fountain is at least 350 years old.

Great central location in Heraklion, Cretes capital city. Lots going on here, squares to sit and people watch, cafes,bars and restaurants plus shopping. If you're after historical- lots to see too. If you're looking for smaller and more picturesque, go to Agios Niklaus.

A beautiful historic spot in the heart of Heraklion! The Liontaria Fountain, built by the Venetians in 1628, is full of charm and detail. The four lions, the flowing water, and the elegant carvings make it a perfect place to pause, take photos, and soak in the atmosphere. Still a lively meeting point for locals and visitors alike.

The vibrant social spot where, even if you don't speak the Greek [never late to try it], you can melt right into the local life. Coffee shops in Greece are a true social institution, the kind Starbucks can only envy. Take your "frapé", sit back, and soak up the lively animated conversation and joy of the locals while tracing the ever lasting attempts of foreign powers to leave their marks in Hiraklion.

Just stop by to have a cup of tea and breakfast very good food

Lovely fountain, we stopped here on our guided tour of Herakleion. Was here during the very end of the season and it was still incredibly busy so dread to think how packed this would be in the summer. Fountain wasn't actually on when we visited so not as majestic as hoped. Still wonderful architecture.

Art exhibition… very beautiful historic building, helpful personnel there. Always feel welcome to see and explore every new exhibition they have. And of course free of charge. Free entrance.

An interesting and free abstract art exhibit in a historical building

Beautiful building and very interesting free exibition inside

Nice place did interesting and free arts exhibitions

To be clear, this is a former church where they hang a rotating gallery of paintings. It's quite nice to walk through when nearby, and at least the exhibit I saw was lovely, but we're talking a fifteen minute break from the sun more than a full museum.

The building is impressive but the impressiveness of the Art inside depends on what exhibition is currently offered. For my visit it was scenes from Cretan landscapes, which were ok but not amazing.

Beautiful old church, exceptional architecture

GOOD FUN! The sellers/staff were friendly and welcoming. Lots of wonderful goods on offer and you can find plenty of holiday gifts. We found a shop selling lovely Olive oil bottles. There were 2 places offering food but plenty of other restaurants surrounding the market area. The sellers don’t hassle visitors and the prices seemed very reasonable. The area felt very safe, even though I never saw the Police walking about or in cars. Definitely worth a visit.

It is a good spot to grab something to eat and just generally walk around / browse. Highly recommend visiting it. Enjoy this derpy panicked lion also

Great place to explore and find local stuff.

Decent enough market. A bit repetitive. Lots of shops selling the same stuff. Gold silver leather ect ect. Nice vibe though , lots of places to eat and drink. The street that the market is on. Leads to the sea front. The street is lined with souvenir shops and greek fayre. We spent a couple of hours in total including and coffee break. If you're curious and like to shop then go. It's a market, you know what to expect 😉

Full of cheap tat - less fruit, veg, meat and fish than au would expect. A wonderful mezze place in the middle with a much wider range of dishes than others of the same type. Go there for that alone!

Wonderful place to visit and loads of cheap parking

Amazing lovely Street full of life hustle and bustle

I had an awesome time walking around the historical museum of Crete with two of my friends, and it was an awesome place to spend part of our small trip to Heraklion! The building has 3 floors, excluding the ground floor, and every one is full of interesting information and relics from the past of Crete! There is also a nice restaurant on the first floor

This museum exceeded my expectations! Really well laid out with a lot of information on all eras of Crete - from the Byzantine empire through to WWI and WWII. I especially loved the recreated office of Nikos Kazantzakis and the Greek president (at the time of WWII) with their donated belongings. Highly recommend visiting to get a deep and thorough insight into Crete’s history and culture.

Wonderful displays. There are a lot of items to see. Nice view of the sea from the coffee shop.

Learned so much about the history of Crete here- very well organized details on the occupation by the Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Ottomans, to finally gaining their statehood after several centuries

Amazing museum with a deceiving amount of relics inside from multiple different eras! Wether you like ancient Greek relics, ww2 artifacts or old artifacts from bygone eras there is lutteraly everything! Also a nice little cafe to take a break.

Really enjoyed going here. Very informative, value for money and easy to walk to from the port , 5 minutes

Wonderful museum - does a good job of explaining Cretes complex and turbulent history with a variety of different displays - historical, political, artistic and religious. I left much better informed - recommend for day one in Crete so you can make sense of everything else you see!

The only reason this museum has 4 stars instead of 5 is because it's still undergoing renovations! Do not let this put you off though! Any nature lover visiting Crete should come to this museum. Everything is translated into English and it is jam-packed full of information and wonders to explore and look at! As you enter there is a long row of lockers that are free to use so you dont have to carry your bags around with you (I really appreciated this). The museum is set out over numerous floors, so there are quite alot of stairs in the building but there are also lifts available. The discovery centre part of the museum I imagine is pretty useful for kids and school education groups. I imagine that once the renovations are complete this museum really will be in good condition. I thoroughly enjoyed all the specimens on display and the different modes of information being displayed (films, interactive panels, information panels etc).

Interesting museum if you want to learn about the nature of Crete and the Mediterranean, however the main exhibits have not changed in as long as it has existed. It is located in a unique building of Heraklion which used to be a factory. It is right on the seaside but it unfortunately has no accesible viewpoints or balconies. I think it is worth visiting at least once though.

The museum is interesting for sure, but the live animals that are kept there are sadly in bad and unhealthy conditions. Enclosures seem dirty and the water they have is dirty too with algae growing in the drinking water and it just seems sad overall. I can not understand why live animals are treated like this especially in a place that has "museum" and "university" on the building. Take care of your animals.

Interesting museum but unfortunately the earthquake simulator was not open. Lots of stuffed animals on view but also some live ones. Spent about 1,5 hours there leaving a little wiser about Crete ( Greece) and its natural history. Worth a visit.

Very informative. The stuffed animals look quite real. But what makes me very sad is that they exhibit live animals here. Half of the showcases are uninhabited or “Under Construction” because the animals are probably not doing very well here and are dying. Only freedom is species-appropriate!

Quite nice, but it was quite hot on the upper floors when we were there (September 2025). The earthquake simulator, which we were most looking forward to, wasn’t working.

The museum is currently under renovation, so some areas are closed, but it remains open to visitors. We had a wonderful visit and enjoyed the diverse educational exhibits about Crete’s nature and wildlife. The interactive displays and discovery center for kids make it a great experience for families. The building is unique and right by the sea. Some parts like the earthquake simulator are still being developed, but overall the visit was very rewarding and worth it.

What to say - perfect place to stay. Hospitality, cleanliness, well equipped and in a city center. The host welcome us with open hands which is so sweet. If you working remotely this is the perfect place to stay. In this apartment you can find everything - iron, iron table, washing Maschine, coffee Maschine, tv with Netflix, high speed internet, good air conditioning. You can dry your clothes outside apartment and there is a table to sit outside. Neighborhood is quiet and you can sleep well. Kitchen is well equipped and you have everything you need. Just to mention that host left us cold water inside fridge!!! Bus line 6 can take you to Ammoudara beach. On the way to Ammoudara beach you can make to Nike Factory Store! Also in the neighborhood you have great Paradosiako bakery with tasty sandwich with Salmon. Big and tasty sandwich for 4 Euros. Some four stars Hotels don’t have such hospitality and service. I highly recommend this place!

(Translated by Google) Excellent! I recommend it! The owner welcomed us warmly. The room was in excellent condition and well equipped. The suite is well located, allowing you to walk to the city center in less than 10 minutes, so you can enjoy the beautiful city of Heraklion without any hassle. In addition, there are grocery stores, pharmacies and other amenities within a 5-minute walk. And finally, the price is more than reasonable, only advantages! (Original) Excellent! Je le recommande! Le propriétaire nous a accueilli chaleureusement. La chambre etait en excellent état et bien équipée. La suite est bien située, ce qui permet de se rendre au centre ville à pied en moins de 10 minutes, on peut donc profiter de la magnifique ville d’Heraklion sans tracas. De plus, on trouve des épiceries, pharmacies et autres commodités à moins de 5 minutes de marche. Et enfin, le prix est plus que raisonnable, que des avantages!

(Translated by Google) Excellent on all levels! Very beautiful space, particularly neat, clean, with multi-star hotel facilities. Very close (4 minutes walk) from the center of the old town (Liontarakia), and 2-3 minutes from the beach. As for parking, which is very difficult in the downtown area anyway, there is a 24-hour parking nearby (2 minutes walk) with an affordable all-day rate. The owner very very kind and stand by 24 hours a day. I really wish everyone involved in tourism was like the host of this accommodation! I have already recommended it to friends. (Original) Εξαιρετικό σε όλα τα επίπεδα! Πολύ όμορφος χώρος , ιδιαίτερα προσεγμένος , καθαρός ,με παροχές ξενοδοχείου πολλών αστέρων. Πολύ κοντά (4 λεπτά με τα πόδια) από το κέντρο της παλαιάς πόλης (Λιονταράκια), και 2-3 λεπτά από την παραλιακή. Όσον αφορά το παρκάρισμα που είναι πολύ δύσκολο στη περιοχή του κέντρου έτσι κι αλλιώς, υπάρχει εκεί κοντά (2 λεπτά με τα πόδια )24ωρο parking με προσιτή ολοήμερη τιμή . Ο ιδιοκτήτης πολύ πολύ ευγενής και stand by όλο το 24ωρο. Μακάρι πραγματικά να ήταν όλοι όσοι ασχολούνται με τον τουρισμό σαν τον οικοδεσπότη αυτού του καταλύματος ! Το έχω ήδη συστήσει σε φίλους.

(Translated by Google) Owner available, welcoming and accommodating Our studio was clean, beautiful and close to several Heraklion attractions (Original) Propriétaire disponible, accueillant et accommodant Notre studio était propre, beau et à proximité de plusieurs attractions d'Héraklion

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, everything is spotlessly clean, quiet neighborhood, very close to the center of Heraklion, 5 minutes on foot, the host is very helpful, cheerful and willing to help! The suite even had a washing machine inside, thank you very much for everything! (Original) Πανέμορφος χώρος πεντακάθαρα όλα ήσυχη γειτονιά πολύ κοντά στο κέντρο του Ηρακλείου 5 λεπτά με τα πόδια ο οικοδεσπότης πάρα πολύ εξυπηρετικός πρόσχαρος και πρόθυμος να βοηθήσει ! Η σουίτα είχε μέχρι και πλυντήριο μέσα ευχαριστούμε πάρα πολύ για όλα !

(Translated by Google) The rooms are excellent.. brand new.. super luxury... next to the center.. the owner is helpful and very kind..... YOU MUST prefer it (Original) Τα δωμάτια υπεροχα..ολοκαίνουρια.. υπερλουξ...διπλα στο κεντρο..ο ιδιοκτήτης εξυπηρετικοτατος και πολύ ευγενικός.....ΕΠΙΒΑΛΛΕΤΑΙ να το προτιμησετε

(Translated by Google) Simply excellent! And the place and the service! (Original) Απλά εξαιρετικό! Και ο χώρος και η εξυπηρέτηση!

Good experience, possibility to do the visit in English, that was very cool There is some VR games during the visit that was also very cool ! The explanation about the 12 labours was very clear and the guide was very nice with us ! It was a very good finish of our crete holidays, the visit/show is cool for adults but can be even better with childrens !

Wonderful place

(Translated by Google) Super fun attraction for the whole family! Our guide managed to explain the 12 tasks of Hercules in a very interesting and interactive way. In addition to the beautiful large images, we also got to play video games with motion sensors and virtual reality. Everyone was happy, highly recommended. (Original) Superleuke attractie voor de hele familie! Onze gids wist de 12 opdrachten van Hercules zeer boeiend en interactief te vertellen. Naast de mooie grote beelden hebben we ook videogames met bewegingssensoren en virtual reality mogen spelen. Iedereen was blij, echt een aanrader.

(Translated by Google) Great experience for young and old! With a narrator throughout the presentation. AR&VR games. The kids went crazy. I highly recommend it! (Original) Εξαιρετική εμπειρία για μικρούς και μεγάλους! Με αφηγητή σε όλη την διάρκεια της παρουσίασης. Παιχνίδια AR&VR. Τα παιδιά ξετρελάθηκαν. Το προτείνω ανεπιφύλακτα!

(Translated by Google) Excellent experience. Hercules, the lion of Nemea, the Lernaean Hydra, the Stymphalian hens, all set up in a very beautiful and figurative way. The narrators are very descriptive, seem to love what they do and made us have a great time. The tour is 100% interactive, with the highlight of the Vr games they have. We highly recommend it. (Original) Εξαιρετική εμπειρία. Ο Ηρακλής , το λιοντάρι της Νεμέας, η Λερναία Ύδρα, οι Στυμφαλίδες όρνιθες, όλα στημένα με πολύ ωραίο και παραστατικό τρόπο. Οι αφηγητές είναι πολύ περιγραφικοι, φαίνεται να αγαπάνε αυτό που κάνουν και μας έκαναν να περάσουμε τέλεια. Η ξενάγηση είναι 100% διαδραστική ,με αποκορύφωμα τα Vr games που έχουν. Το συστήνουμε ανεπιφύλακτα.

(Translated by Google) Very well-kept space, perfect scenery! our narrator was descriptive and with a lot of humor, he made us have a great time... An experience for both young and old children. we highly recommend it!!! (Original) Πολύ περιποιημένος χώρος, τέλεια σκηνικά!ο αφηγητής μας περιγραφικός και με πολύ χιούμορ, μας έκανε να περάσουμε τέλεια... Εμπειρία και για μικρά και για μεγάλα παιδιά.το συστήνουμε ανεπιφύλακτα!!!

(Translated by Google) Excellent tour and retelling of the labors of Hercules. Many congratulations to the whole team and George! (Original) Εξαιρετική περιήγηση και αφήγηση των άθλων του Ηρακλή. Πολλά συγχαρητήρια σε όλη την ομάδα και στον Γιώργο!

Sandy, shallow water. €6 for two lounge chairs and an umbrella. We came in October and had no trouble finding a spot but I imagine it’s busy in the summer.

It's a long beach with many taverns, small hotels and cafes. Go to the blue sky area where the service is perfect. Ideal for families as the sea is not so deep.

Beautiful sunsets, mostlu sandy beach

Very beautiful!!!

It's Beech next to our home. And it's not the best beach of course but it's very good with kids, shallow waters, soft sand to play with. We love to come here also of the season just to play relax and watch the sea

Though not one of the best beaches in Crete, this one is a good beach for families, with lots of space, a good sea and reasonable prices. Several options for food are just across the road and parking is quite easy too (and free, on the road). If you want to get an umbrella and sunbeds, better get there before rush hour, which in August starts around 1130/1200.

Beautiful sandy beaches and shallow water. Very windy and waves during our visit. Love the cafes that offer free loungers and parasols on the beach with service orders.

Very nice and traditional Greek place. Music was Greek which added to a Greek vibe. We came for dinner and it was really nice. Pork in mushroom and wine sauce was beautiful. Staff was attentive and friendly. Reason why I have to give 4 stars is because of little option for drinks. Menu had no cocktails and the bathrooms could be maintained a little better. Missing toilet seat in one toilet. Other taverns in the area offer great cocktail options. Unless there was a separate coctail menu and we were just not offered one. Overall, lovely location, atmosphere and food. Dessert and raki as part of fabulous Greek hospitality.

The best thing that could happen to you on vacation is Paximadi taverna. Incredibly delicious food, large portions for a reasonable price. You'll be greeted by the kind and cheerful Stefanio, and the taverna is so cozy and homey that you'll want to return again and again. I highly recommend it, you won't regret it. 👍

Very nice authentic greek experience. Amazing staff, food, prices - loved everything about this place

One of the best places we've been to! We had a late lunch – the food was excellent, super fresh and delicious. The sea view is an added bonus. Stefanos' service was exceptional! He helped us choose dishes that suited our dietary restrictions. In the end, he even made sure to find a cake that wasn’t on the menu because our daughter told him it was her birthday. An authentic experience – highly, highly recommended!

★★★★★ Amazing Tavern with Stunning Sunsets! We had an unforgettable evening at this lovely Greek tavern in Crete! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The food was absolutely delicious—authentic, fresh, and generously portioned at great prices. But the highlight had to be enjoying our meal while watching the breathtaking sunset. The combination of great food, warm hospitality, and the magical Cretan atmosphere made it a perfect dining experience. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!

Hawaiian Pizza and Mixed Seafood Grill were delicious. Huge portions!

Friendly staff, good food. Recommendable for an easy dinner.