Crete – Things to do in Crete when visiting

The best way to travel from Heraklion ferry port to Heraklion airport is to pre-book a taxi, while the cheapest option is to take a bus. Heraklion Ferry Port To Heraklion Airport Heraklion ferry port in Crete is located just outside the historic city center of Heraklion, and about 4 kms from the airport. If … Read more

Heraklion is the best place to stay in Crete for most first-time visitors to the island, but Chania does have some upsides. When choosing between Chania or Heraklion as a place to stay in Crete, you really need to ask what is it you want to see in Crete. Where is better – Chania or … Read more

Heraklion is a great place to rent a car to explore Crete, but a bad place to actually drive and park. Here’s everything you need to know about whether renting a car to see Heraklion is a good idea or not. Do you need a car rental in Heraklion? I’ve visited Heraklion about a dozen … Read more

Two days is about the ideal amount of time to spend in Heraklion in order to see the main highlights like Knossos and get a good feel for the city. How long do you need to stay in Heraklion, Crete? The city of Heraklion in Crete is the largest in the Greek island. As such, … Read more

The best way to get from Heraklion Airport to city center is by pre-booking a taxi. The cheapest way is by bus, unless your hotel offers a free transfer! Heraklion International Airport on the Greek island of Crete is also known as “Nikos Kazantzakis Airport” in honor of Nikos Kazantzakis, a famous Greek writer and … Read more