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Heraklion Prefecture
Heraklion Prefecture independent travel guide (2025): top things to do near you, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated July, 2025) | Trip.com
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Things to do in Heraklion Prefecture
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Looking for things to do in Heraklion Prefecture? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Plateia Venizelou
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Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Heraklion Prefecture, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Heraklion Prefecture dishes and foodie spots.
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Manjar Wise Food, Coffee & Wine Bar
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Kritikos Fournos Daily Bakery Cafe
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Popular Types of Attractions in Heraklion Prefecture
Nature and wildlife | Beaches and shores | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Historical attractions | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Night view | Leisure activities | Spa/massage | Farms and pastures | Outdoor activities | Cycling | Mountain climbing | Exhibitions & events | Parks
Popular Attractions in Heraklion Prefecture
Greeking.me | Surf In Crete | Museum of Ancient Greek Technology by Kotsanas | Venetian Shipyards | Hiking on top of the Mountain | Gorge Agios Charalampos | Herakleion Central Market | Lampogialo - Rage Room | Sailing Crete | Creta Quad Safari | Karavolas | Church of the Holy Trinity | Sagredo Fountain | Katarráktes | cscycling | Anemospilia | Church Agios Charalampos | Nikos Kazantzakis Grave | Ottoman Pumphouse | natural pool | Labyrinth Cave | Armenian Church | VR Lab | Ta Dyo Aorakia Heraklion Arena | Gorge Agia Anastasia | Tripartite Shrine | European Diving Institute - Centre de plongee en Crete | Solo Brewery | St. John | Agios Georgios Venetian Gate
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Popular Restaurants in Heraklion Prefecture
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Eurail Greek Islands Pass [Official Agent/No Ticketing Fee/Travel in Greece/Explore the Beautiful Island Scenery of Santorini, Kos and Other Islands] | Rethymno Old Town Guided Segway Tour | Crete: Olive, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey | The Real Cretan Cooking Experience | Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling Tour & SUP | Labyrinth of Knossos Skip-the-Line Ticket with Tour Guide | CRETAquarium Entrance Ticket in Crete | Let's get Wet: Watercity Waterpark Admission Ticket | Acqua Plus Water Park Admission with Optional Transfer | Crete: Private Taxi & Transfer from Heraklion to Chania | Cook with Locals | Cretan cooking Class at Archanes Village | Heraklion: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners | Rethymno: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Wine and Snacks | Sea Kayak & Snorkel tours in West Crete | Agia Pelagia Quad Safari to Discover the Authentic Crete | PRIVATE: Skip-the-Line Palace of Knossos with Wine Tasting & Lunch | From Argiroupolis to Kournas Lake and Chania tour from Heraklion | Truffle Hunting and Culinary Celebration Tour from Heraklion | Quad ATV Safari from Georgioupolis Area | Scuba diving lesson for beginners in Crete with pick-up | Farm to Fork 2-Hour Cooking Class in Crete | Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option | 5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch | Preveli beach + Rethymnon one-day tour in Crete, Greece | Healthy olive oil tasting by Eliama Daily Value | Catamaran Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities | Semi-Submarine Tour from Agios Nikolaos | Crete + Chrysi one-day tour in Greece | Cooking Lesson in Heraclion | Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour
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