If you are in Heraklion you must check out this. But be aware that there is a 2,2 km road each way, in the sun with no shade - so bring good walking shoes, sunscreen and water.

It was interesting to see this fortress that was able to hold off invaders for 21 years -and only then to fall because one of the people who worked on the defenses defected to join the invaders. It was also interesting to see how the...More

It is small, but definetely worth the visit. The entrance is €2,- and children are free. Upstairs on the terrace you have a beautiful view over te sea and harbor. And inside you can see all the canons and read about the history.

Well worth the 2 euro entrance fee just for the atmosphere inside the massive stone walls. Very well presented and a great vantage point across the port

Bring your walking shoes AND water... it's about 2.2km each way... it gets hot in the afternoon with very little shade... so apply sunscreen. There's WC along the way so you are in good company! Nice sea breeze.

There aren't many sites in Heraklion after visiting Knossos and the museum, so why not take a stroll down to the sea and watch tourists get drenched by the spray from waves, stare at the countless shades of blue, and walk along a beautiful castello....More

It's cheap to go in and has nice views at the top. However, I didn't think there was lots to see and read about.