Heraklion
Greece
- Safety rating
- 8.5/10
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to October for warm weather and thinner crowds.
- Population
- 0.2M
Overview
Crete's bustling capital is the gateway to the Minoan palace of Knossos and a lively port city with a Venetian harbor and fortress. A superb archaeological museum and an authentic Cretan food scene reward visitors who linger.
Top attractions
Visit the Palace of Knossos, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and the Venetian Koules Fortress.
Getting around
The center is walkable, with buses to nearby beaches and a busy ferry port.