Did you know that Chania has been inhabited since the Neolithic Period? We’d love to share the amazing history of this little town with you on this self-guided audio tour.
You’ll discover its remarkable architecture along the way, including a magnificent lighthouse, churches, mosques, shipyards and the old town’s well preserved houses. They’re a reminder of all the people and cultures that have influenced local life, from ancient times through to the Byzantine era, the Venetian occupation and Turkish rule. I’ll also point out the entertainment and cultural offerings that make the modern town so vibrant.
During this tour, I’ll give you local insight, share fun facts, and introduce you to Chania's cultural identity through storytelling. We’ll explore some secret spots and find the old town’s hidden treasures too.
Allow 1.5 to 2 hours for this walk. There are plenty of cafes, restaurants and bars en route for a quick (or lengthy!) stop.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
✔ Lifetime access to this tour in English
✔ Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
✖ Smartphone and headphones
✖ Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
✖ Food and drink
✖ Transportation
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Itinerary
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The tour starts outside the Old Chania Market.
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The tour briefly stops outside the Trimartiri, Chania's Cathedral Church.
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Etz Hayyim Synagogue
The tour makes a quick stop outside the Etz Hayyim Synagogue.
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The tour passes by the Casa Delfino Hotel & Spa.
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Maritime Museum of Crete
The tour passes by the Maritime Museum of Crete.
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Church of Saint Rocco
The tour passes by the Church of St. Rocco
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Church of Agios Nikolaos
The tour passes by the Church of Agios Nikolaos
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Venetian Neoria
The tour passes by the Neoria (Venetian Shipyards)
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Old Venetian Harbor
The tour passes by the Old Venetian Harbour.
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The tour ends outside the Mosque Küçük Hasan.
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
