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Top 10 Things to Do in Heraklion, Greece

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Planning a trip to Heraklion? This free guide covers the 10 best places to visit in Heraklion, Greece — from iconic landmarks to hidden gems. Save your favorites, build a GPS route in Google Maps, and explore at your own pace. No app required.

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Best landmarks in Heraklion — Heraklion in Heraklion, Greece is a practical place to start. Key details: 10 curated landmarks; Start with Keras Kardiotissas Monastery. Answers are structured for quick scanning so travelers and AI assistants can cite the essentials first.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Heraklion, Greece — Heraklion Archaeological Museum — world's greatest Minoan artifacts collection
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The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is a museum located in Heraklion on Crete. It is one of the largest museums in Greece, and the best in the world for Minoan art, as it contains by far the most important and complete collection of artefacts of the Minoan civilization of Crete.

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Koules Fortress, Heraklion, Greece — Koules Fortress — Venetian fortress guarding Heraklion harbor
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The Koules (Greek: Κούλες) or Castello a Mare ("Fort on the Sea" in Italian) is a fortress located at the entrance of the old port of Heraklion, Crete, Greece. It was built by the Republic of Venice in the early 16th century, and is still in good condition today.

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Morosini Fountain, Heraklion, Greece — Morosini Fountain — iconic Lion Fountain in Heraklion center
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Eleftheriou Venizelou Square (Greek: Πλατεία Ελευθερίου Βενιζέλου) is a square in the city of Heraklion in Crete, named after the Cretan statesman Eleftherios Venizelos. It dates back to the Venetian era and is more commonly known as Lions Square (Greek: Πλατεία Λεόντων) or Leonton Square (genitive), after the Venetian-era Morosini Fountain (popularly called "τα Λιοντάρια", "The Lions") in its midst, which features four lions supporting the main basin.

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Historical Museum of Crete, Heraklion, Greece — Historical Museum of Crete — Cretan history from Byzantine to modern era
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The Historical Museum of Crete is a museum in Heraklion, Crete. It was founded by the Society of Cretan Historical Studies in 1953 and was originally housed in the former home of Minos Kalokairinos.

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Natural History Museum of Crete, Heraklion, Greece — Natural History Museum — Crete's flora, fauna, and earthquake simulator
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The Natural History Museum of Crete (NHMC) (Greek: Μουσείο Φυσικής Ιστορίας Κρήτης, ΜΦΙΚ) in Heraklion, Crete is a natural history museum that operates under the auspices of the University of Crete. Its aim is the study, protection and promotion of the diverse flora and fauna of the Eastern Mediterranean region.

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Agios Minas Cathedral, Heraklion, Greece — Agios Minas Cathedral — largest cathedral in Crete
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The Agios Minas Cathedral (Greek: ῾Ιερός Μητροπολιτικός Ναός ῾Αγίου Μηνᾶ, lit.  'Saint Menas' Cathedral') is a Greek Orthodox cathedral in Heraklion, on the island of Crete, Greece, serving as the seat of the Archbishop of Crete.

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Ammoudara Beach, Heraklion, Greece — Ammoudara Beach — long sandy beach west of Heraklion
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Ammoudara (Greek: Αμμουδάρα, before 1926: Πισιάκοι – Pisiakoi; Bulgarian: Песяк) is a village and a community in Kastoria Regional Unit, Macedonia, Greece. The community consists of the villages Ammoudara, Ampelochori and Votani.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Heraklion, Greece?
ViaPins lists the best landmarks and attractions in Heraklion with photos, descriptions, and map coordinates for each stop.
How many days do I need in Heraklion?
Most travelers cover the main sights in Heraklion in 2–3 days. Use ViaPins to prioritize landmarks and build a custom GPS route.
Can I get a GPS route for Heraklion?
Yes. Select landmarks in Heraklion on ViaPins and export a turn-by-turn route directly to Google Maps.