Heraklion’s Historical Treasures: Explore Cretan history on an audio tour

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Heraklion, formerly known as Candia, is a historical layer cake waiting to be uncovered. Join me on this self-guided audio tour as we wander through the ages, meeting the characters and seeing some of the best known and lesser known sites.

Walk along the shore line towards the harbor fortress named Koules. Experience the lively centre of Heraklion, with all its vibrant historical aspects. See, and be able to visit, these marvelous churches and still have time to sit down for a coffee or a souvlaki, whenever you like. Wander between a Venetian fortress setting and the beautiful Agios Titus church. Stroll through the market street and learn about some local products. Explore in the vibrant centre the Lion fountain and end up at the entrance of the Archaeological museum.

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Duration: 75 to 90 minutes
Starts: Iraklio, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours



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Heraklion, formerly known as Candia, is a historical layer cake waiting to be uncovered. Join me on this self-guided audio tour as we wander through the ages, meeting the characters and seeing some of the best known and lesser known sites.

Walk along the shore line towards the harbor fortress named Koules. Experience the lively centre of Heraklion, with all its vibrant historical aspects. See, and be able to visit, these marvelous churches and still have time to sit down for a coffee or a souvlaki, whenever you like. Wander between a Venetian fortress setting and the beautiful Agios Titus church. Stroll through the market street and learn about some local products. Explore in the vibrant centre the Lion fountain and end up at the entrance of the Archaeological museum.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Megaron Hotel, Doukos Mpofor 9, Iraklio 712 02, Greece

The tour passes by the Megaron Hotel.

Pass By: Rocca a Mare Fortress, Heraklion 712 02, Greece

The tour takes you to the Rocca a Mare Fortress.

Pass By: Agios Titos Church, 25 Augustou Street, Heraklion, Crete Greece

The tour passes by the Agios Titos Church.

Pass By: Venetian Loggia, August Str 25, Iraklio 712 02, Greece

The tour passes by the Venetian Loggia.

Pass By: Morosini Fountain (Lion’s Fountain), Heraklion, Crete Greece

The tour passes by the Morosini Lions Fountain.

Pass By: Bembo Fountain, Plateia Kornarou, Heraklion, Crete Greece

The tour passes by the Bembo Fountain.

Pass By: Cathedral of St. Minas, Heraklion, Crete Greece

The tour passes by the St Minas Cathedral.

Pass By: Liberty Square, Plateia Eleftherias, Iraklio, Greece

The tour passes through the Plateia Eleftherias.

Pass By: Venetian Gate St. George, Leof. Ikarou, Iraklio 712 02, Greece

The tour passes by the Venetian Gate St. George.

Pass By: Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Xanthoudidou & Hatzidaki Sts, Heraklion, Crete 710 02 Greece

The tour passes by the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.



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