Walking is indeed the best way to discover a city and this couldn’t be truer in the case of Chania. With an experienced licensed guide by your side to show you the lesser-known spots and point out interesting facts, you will see the sights as they were meant to be seen.
From Splantzia Square, where the imposing Church of Agios Nikolaos stands, to Sifaka Street, once known as the “Knife District,” and the remains of the Byzantine city walls across the harbor, this is a city bursting with history in all its layers.
Strolling across the Old Venetian Port, we will not miss a visit to the famous Küçük Hasan Pasha Mosque, currently used as an exhibition venue and the Lighthouse of Chania, the most recognizable feature of the city but sadly no longer operational.
Chania has an abundance of restaurants and cafes that follow the culinary traditions and cultural roots of Cretan cuisine and can introduce visitors to rich, local flavors. On our walking tour, you will get the opportunity to sample, taste and explore a lot of the flavors that characterize Chania, from the detectable “kalitsounia” (sweet cheese pies) to the extra virgin olive oil, local cheeses and of course the alcoholic beverage of choice, raki.
You will also have the chance to pick up souvenirs, gifts and various delicacies along the way. The waterfront of Chania is lined with impressive ceramics studios and workshops perfect for home or decorative uses that make for a unique and special souvenir.