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Chania’s Clash Of Empires: A Self-guided Audio Tour
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.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
Photos
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 6 of 10 stops have map coordinates.
Walking route is approximate — path follows available footpaths where possible.
- 1
Stop 1
Pass byThe tour starts outside the Old Chania Market.
- 2
Stop 2
Pass byThe tour briefly stops outside the Trimartiri, Chania's Cathedral Church.
- 3
Etz Hayyim Synagogue
Pass byThe tour makes a quick stop outside the Etz Hayyim Synagogue.
- 4
Stop 4
Pass byThe tour passes by the Casa Delfino Hotel & Spa.
- 5
Maritime Museum of Crete
Pass byThe tour passes by the Maritime Museum of Crete.
- 6
Church of Saint Rocco
Pass byThe tour passes by the Church of St. Rocco
- 7
Church of Agios Nikolaos
Pass byThe tour passes by the Church of Agios Nikolaos
- 8
Venetian Neoria
Pass byThe tour passes by the Neoria (Venetian Shipyards)
- 9
Old Venetian Harbor
Pass byThe tour passes by the Old Venetian Harbour.
- 10
Stop 10
Pass byThe tour ends outside the Mosque Küçük Hasan.
What's included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
What's not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Chania’s Clash of Empires: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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