Walking Tour in Chania

Walking Tour in Chania

Experience the rich history of Chania, starting at the bustling Municipal Market and the traditional craftsmanship at Skalidakis Cretan Knives. Visit the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption and the Old Venetian Harbor, showcasing the city’s cultural and maritime heritage. Learn about the Ottoman influence at Küçük Hasan Mosque and end the tour at the Church of Agios Nikolaos, a key religious site in Chania’s history.

Highlights

• Discover the art of Cretan knife-making at Skalidakis Cretan Knives.

• Explore Chania’s historical landmarks, including the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption and the Old Venetian Harbor.

• Visit the Küçük Hasan Mosque and the Church of Agios Nikolaos, key sites representing the city’s Ottoman and Christian heritage.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the main entrance of the Municipal Market of Chania. Please note that the market is under construction, so your guide will be standing close to the statue.

Itinerary

Your tour begins at the main entrance of the Municipal Market of Chania, a landmark of the city’s commerce and culture. From there, you’ll head to Skalidakis Cretan Knives, where the guide will explain the history of these traditional tools used in Cretan life. The next stop is Skridlof, a well-known establishment that reflects Chania’s long-standing relationship with crafts and trade.

The walk continues to the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption, an important religious site in Chania, where the guide will share its significance in the city’s spiritual history. Afterward, you’ll make your way to the Old Venetian Harbor, a historic area that once served as the center of the city’s trade and military activity. The guide will describe the role of the harbor in Chania’s development over centuries.