8 days in Heraklion Itinerary

Boat Tours & Water Sports has been added to your itinerary. Kids will appreciate attractions like The Palace of Knossos and CRETAquarium. Venture out of the city with trips to Panormos Beach (in Panormos), Matala (Moozart Wood Art Shop & Matala Beach) and Palace of Faistos (in Sivas). There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum, relax in the rural setting at Snail Farm and Fun, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and get in on the family fun at Dinosauria Park.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our Heraklion holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Chania International Airport and Santorini Airport. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C.