Chania things to Do

Especially, someone can find a wide range of little shops with traditional products that will be the perfect gifts for your loved ones on your way back home.

Sightseeing

A wide range of   activities of historical interest  are offered to you while in Chania, the most beautiful area of Crete since the area’s history and cultural wealth will with no doubt attract your interest. Don’t hesitate to visit  the world-famous Samaria Gorge, the longest and most inspiring gorge in Europe. Don’ t hesitate to  complete the long hike through the Gorge of Samaria, whose  is extremely important to the Cretans, as it was a shelter of the rebels during the Turkish occupation. Next to the Samaria Gorge is the impressive Museum of Natural History, which is also worth visiting. Apart from the Samaria Gorge, visit the beautiful gorges of Therissos, Imbros and Topolia and be amazed by the area’ s  stunning natural beauty.Situated  close to Chania Town, Akrotiri  with its  magnificent monasteries, is inviting you to meet its beauty .While in Chania Town, take a stroll   through the old district and  admire  the beautiful Venetian monuments, such as the Firkas Fortress, the Port and the Lighthouse, and visit some excellent museums. Other impressive Venetian monuments in the Chania Prefecture include the Frangokastello Castle and the Fortress in Agia Roumeli.

Eating out

Chania, as part Crete that has already got a worldwide fame of the best cuisine, is a place where gastronomy is a very important piece of the local people's life and is part of their culture.Thus,because of the traditional hospitality, there is no case that someone who visits Chania won't try the gastronomical tastes available at the various restaurants and traditional tavernas spread all  over the island.The local cuisine includes healthy delicacies such as ntakos(salad) and kalitsounia(a tasty mix cheese which holds a sweet taste).Also,one can find fresh fish in all the coastal taverns, as well as fresh, local meat  of un unforgetful taste.Of course if somebody wants to taste the Mediterranean or international kitchen, there sure exists a restaurant to cover his desires! Visit some of the traditional tavernas like Chrysostomos, for cretan traditional  recipes  and  Ela tavern offering you the best traditional cretan repipes.

Night Life

Famous worldwide for   the fun that offers to all visitors,Chania’s special night life will remain in your memory forever. The  typical day in Chania begins from the morning hours  to the beaches and the beach bars, which know how to create the appropriate atmosphere for the night party.During the evening,you can have a first drink in one of the beautiful bars in Chania and then  enjoy the area’s exciting night life that that will with no doubt make you party and dance until the sunrise.

Beaches

Ideal for relaxation,Chania’s beaches offer much more that just sun and sea.The stunning endless beaches with their crystal clear blue waters,popular worldwide , will make you wanting to visit the island again and again.Whether you prefer a quiet beach or a more lively one gathering  the majority of people we suggest a number of beaches such as Agia Marina, Agii Apostoli, Kalamaki, Kalyves, Geogioupolis, Kastelli-Kissamos, Kalathas and Platanias on the northern side, as well as Sougia and Frangokastelo on the southern side. Falasarna Beach and Kolymbari Beach in the north offer some quieter spots, as do the beaches of Domata and Loutro in the south.Most Chania beaches provide sun beds and umbrellas , as well as a good range of restaurants and cafes.Some Chania beaches offer water-sport facilities and the chance to scuba dive in Chania (Hania) waters. Don’t forget to visit an on earth paradise,the island  of Elafonissi and Gavdos, both   famous for their soft, white sand and turquoise waters and are ideal for  those of  you seeking  for as much relaxation as  they can get,to the most peaceful scenery.