Chania Must See - An alternative online travel guide
Welcome to Chania Must See
Why Chania Must See is Different;
Chania Must See is an alternative online travel guide that helps you discover the best things to do in Chania and the island of Crete. If you are searching for what to see in Chania, our guide goes beyond the prominent attractions and offers authentic recommendations based on real local knowledge.
Our team explores Chania and Crete to bring you honest and practical travel tips. We share not only the highlights but also the downsides – including what to avoid – so you can enjoy your trip without wasting time or facing unnecessary problems.
What You’ll Find in Our Guide
In Chania Must See, you’ll discover the most famous beaches, impressive gorges, and iconic monuments, along with hidden gems that many visitors never get to see. We also highlight a wide range of categories, including top attractions, natural and outdoor activities, churches and monasteries, museums, authentic local experiences, shops, restaurants, cafés, wellness options, accommodations, and services for weddings in Chania.
Beyond sights and activities, our guide also provides essential travel information to make your journey easier. From airports and ports to buses and local transportation, we help you navigate Crete and Chania with confidence and peace of mind.
Plan Your Trip with Confidence
Chania Must See is here to make your journey easier, richer, and more authentic. With clear guidance, honest reviews, and practical tips, you’ll know exactly what to see in Chania and how to experience the best things to do in Chania and Crete.
Whether it’s your first time on the island or you’re returning to explore more, our guide helps you travel with confidence, avoid common mistakes, and enjoy Chania like a local.
What’s new in Chania Must See
Crete: Where Every Moment Becomes a Memory
Crete offers more than a destination – it delivers a feeling, a story, and an experience we share through Chania Must See.
From the crystal-clear waters of the Cretan Sea to the wild beauty of the Libyan Sea, the island reveals itself in striking contrasts: dramatic mountains and secluded beaches, ancient olive groves and untamed gorges, peaceful plateaus and lively villages where time seems to stand still.
Crete stirs emotions. Its bold dialect, strong identity, and heartfelt hospitality leave a lasting impression on everyone who visits. Here, people live history, celebrate it, and pass it from generation to generation.
Through Chania Must See, we invite you to explore Western Crete—especially the Chania region—through genuine experiences, trusted stories, and a perspective that blends the well-known with the hidden.
Chania Prefecture: Where Nature and Culture Meet
Here, mountains meet the sea, traditions stay alive, and every village tells a story.
The Chania prefecture encompasses the entire western tip of Crete, spanning over 2,300 square kilometres and housing more than 140,000 residents. To the east, it borders the Rethymno region, while the Cretan and Libyan Seas embrace it to the north and south. The landscape offers a striking mix of rugged mountains, dramatic gorges, pristine coastlines, and picturesque traditional villages.
Seven municipalities shape the region, each showing its unique character – from remote mountain hamlets and peaceful coastal settlements to the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Chania.
Chania is home to some of Crete’s most iconic attractions, including the 16th-century Venetian Lighthouse, the legendary Samaria Gorge – the longest in Europe – the magical pink sands of Elafonisi, the exotic Balos Lagoon, and the majestic White Mountains that dominate the horizon.
These world-famous landmarks draw thousands of visitors each year, yet countless hidden treasures still wait to be explored.
main photo by Francesco Ungaro
