Chania has many museums and attractions to see, so it’s a good idea to plan an itinerary ahead of a visit so that time is not wasted debating what to do during the actual vacation. Most tourists only have a limited amount time in any city/country, so being aware of the good places to visit is essential.

Maritime Museum of Crete: Any tourist who is interested in the history of Crete, Chania and Greece will enjoy a visit to this museum. It is an excellent source of historical information.

Archaeological Museum of Chania: This museum contains many historical pieces that date back as far as the 15th century B.C such as items found in Geometric Period graves, prehistoric jewelry, mosaics, clay tablets, and much more.  Ticket information is available on the Museum’s website.

Byzantine Museum of Chania: The Byzantine Museum is filled with information and historical artifacts that chronicle the history of Chania. The museum is located within a church (Church of San Salvatore), which was built sometime in the 15th century. It is the location where the monks of the Franciscan monastery of San Salvatore used to live, and their cells are still preserved for visitors to see. The exhibits in the museum vary and are separated by historical period.