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Top 10 attractions in Heraklion Prefecture

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Iraklio Bowling Center

Iraklio Bowling Center

3
Heraklion · 166m from downtown
Set Sails Crete

Set Sails Crete

3
Heraklion · 909m from downtown
Arena beach

Arena beach

3
Gouves · 8.5km from Heraklion Prefecture
"Nikos Kazantzakis" Garden Theater

"Nikos Kazantzakis" Garden Theater

3
Heraklion · 1.1km from downtown
Venetian Walls of Heraklion

Venetian Walls of Heraklion

3
Heraklion · 1.9km from downtown
Dinosaur Park

Dinosaur Park

3.4
Gournes · 13.1km from Heraklion Prefecture
Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion

Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion

3
Heraklion · 1.4km from downtown
Karteros beach

Karteros beach

3
Gouves · 5.1km from Heraklion Prefecture
Agiofaraggo Beach

Agiofaraggo Beach

3
Heraklion Prefecture · 56.7km from downtown
"Theodoros Vardinogiannis" Stadium

"Theodoros Vardinogiannis" Stadium

3
Heraklion · 2.7km from downtown

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Knossos Palace

Knossos Palace

4.8
3.8/5
38 reviews
Heraklion Prefecture · 4.8km from downtown
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Crete: Olive Oil, Soap, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey

Crete: Olive Oil, Soap, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey

4.8/5
115 reviews
Departs from Heraklion
Free cancellationBook now for tomorrowDuration: 6 hrsEnglish
FromS$ 144.67
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4 days · Aegean Sea · Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi - Patmos - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki

4 days · Aegean Sea · Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi - Patmos - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki

4.4/5
17 reviews37 booked
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Depart from Lavreotiki
From SGD 826
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3D2N • Two-Island Leisure Trip - Visit blue-domed churches and volcanic cliffs of Santorini, discover Minoan relics and coastal old towns across Crete

Level 4
3D2N • Two-Island Leisure Trip - Visit blue-domed churches and volcanic cliffs of Santorini, discover Minoan relics and coastal old towns across Crete

4-star accommodations on both islands with flexible room choices. | Enjoy romantic sea views and sunset cruises in Santorini, then explore ancient Minoan ruins in Crete for a balanced mix of leisure and history. | Private cars with local experienced drivers. Pre-booked ferry and transfer services ensure tight and seamless travel arrangements.
EnglishGuaranteed departureArr. & dep. transfers incl.Choose your hotelMultiple car types availablePrivate Tours
From SGD 1,509
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Experiences you can't miss in Heraklion Prefecture

Featured Culture & history in Heraklion Prefecture

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Heraklion Audio Tour: Echoes of Empires and Sacred Spaces
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Heraklion Audio Tour: Echoes of Empires and Sacred Spaces

Duration: 1 hr
English
Free cancellation
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20% off
Limited-time sale
FromS$ 7.44S$ 9.31
Knossos Palace & Heraklion Museum: Europe's Oldest Civilization
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Knossos Palace & Heraklion Museum: Europe's Oldest Civilization

2.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 10 hrs
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FromS$ 686.79
Private Tour Knossos & Heraklion City
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Private Tour Knossos & Heraklion City

4.8/5
· 26 reviews
Duration: 3–6 hrs
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FromS$ 476.78
Six Senses Mosaic and Venetian Rethymno from Chania and Heraklion
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Six Senses Mosaic and Venetian Rethymno from Chania and Heraklion

5.0/5
· 1 review
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Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill
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Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill

5.0/5
· 52 reviews
Duration: 7–8 hrs
Free cancellation
52 consecutive positive reviews
FromS$ 160.75
Bike tour in historical Heraklion
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Bike tour in historical Heraklion

4.6/5
· 2 reviews
Duration: 180 mins
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Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour
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Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour

4.9/5
· 13 reviews
Duration: 90 mins
Free cancellation
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FromS$ 102.30
Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket (Shared Tour Group)
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Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket (Shared Tour Group)

4.9/5
· 220 reviews
Duration: 90 mins
Free cancellation
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97.3% of travelers recommend
FromS$ 129.80

Featured Food & drink in Heraklion Prefecture

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Heraklion - Walking City Tour with Food Tasting
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Heraklion - Walking City Tour with Food Tasting

5.0/5
· 2 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
English
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FromS$ 167.71
Heraklion: Cretan private cooking lesson with lunch in Arolithos
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Heraklion: Cretan private cooking lesson with lunch in Arolithos

5.0/5
· 6 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
English
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Heraklion: Small-Group Cretan Cuisine Cooking Class
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Heraklion: Small-Group Cretan Cuisine Cooking Class

Duration: 5 hrs
English
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FromS$ 279.65
Cooking Lesson in Heraclion
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Cooking Lesson in Heraclion

Duration: 4 hrs
English
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FromS$ 138.55
The Real Cretan Cooking Experience in Chania
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The Real Cretan Cooking Experience in Chania

4.9/5
· 358 reviews
Duration: 6 hrs
English
Free cancellation
98.9% of travelers recommend
FromS$ 160.43
Heraklion: Cretan Wine Tasting Experience
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Heraklion: Cretan Wine Tasting Experience

Duration: 1 hr
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FromS$ 50.20
Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Pottery Olive Mill & Wine
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Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Pottery Olive Mill & Wine

5.0/5
· 43 reviews
Duration: 7–8 hrs
Free cancellation
43 consecutive positive reviews
FromS$ 168.06
Heraklion E-Bike Food Tour – Discover the Flavors of Crete
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Heraklion E-Bike Food Tour – Discover the Flavors of Crete

5.0/5
· 42 reviews
Duration: 3–4 hrs
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42 consecutive positive reviews
FromS$ 167.71

Featured Day tours in Heraklion Prefecture

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Kleanthi Olive Farm: Guided Tour with Local Delicacies Tasting
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Kleanthi Olive Farm: Guided Tour with Local Delicacies Tasting

Duration: 75 mins
English
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FromS$ 30.69
Private Sailing Cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island
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Private Sailing Cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island

5.0/5
· 13 reviews
Duration: 6 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromS$ 904.16
5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch
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5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

4.7/5
· 189 reviews
Duration: 5 hrs
Free cancellation
24 consecutive positive reviews
FromS$ 204.59
Heraklion: Horse Ride in the Cretan Mountains
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Heraklion: Horse Ride in the Cretan Mountains

4.9/5
· 112 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
Free cancellation
99.1% of travelers recommend
5% off
Limited-time sale
FromS$ 95.37S$ 100.39
Bali Rethymno Panormo unforgettable cross-country experience
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Bali Rethymno Panormo unforgettable cross-country experience

5.0/5
· 103 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
Free cancellation
100 consecutive positive reviews
FromS$ 138.55
Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island
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Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

4.6/5
· 122 reviews
Duration: 8–9 hrs
Free cancellation
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92.6% of travelers recommend
FromS$ 61.26
Rethymno Old Town Guided Segway Tour
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Rethymno Old Town Guided Segway Tour

4.9/5
· 15 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
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FromS$ 94.81

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Heraklion Prefecture Cruises

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5 days · Aegean Sea · Lavreotiki - Greece - Türkiye - Lavreotiki

5 days · Aegean Sea · Lavreotiki - Greece - Türkiye - Lavreotiki

4.4/5 · 17 reviews
Celestyal Cruises ·
Celestyal Discovery3
Depart from Lavreotiki
From SGD 871
5 days · Aegean Sea · Lavreotiki - Greece - Türkiye - Lavreotiki

5 days · Aegean Sea · Lavreotiki - Greece - Türkiye - Lavreotiki

4.4/5 · 17 reviews · 30 booked
Celestyal Cruises ·
Celestyal Discovery3
Depart from Lavreotiki
From SGD 826
5 days · Aegean Sea · Kusadasi - Patmos - Rhodes - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi

5 days · Aegean Sea · Kusadasi - Patmos - Rhodes - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi

4.4/5 · 17 reviews · 13 booked
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Celestyal Discovery3
Depart from Kusadasi
From SGD 826
12 days · Mediterranean · Venice - Greece - Cyprus - Egypt - Croatia - Venice

12 days · Mediterranean · Venice - Greece - Cyprus - Egypt - Croatia - Venice

4.4/5 · 691 reviews · 1 booked
MSC Cruises ·
MSC Lirica4
Depart from Venice
From SGD 967
4 days · Aegean Sea · Kusadasi - Patmos - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi

4 days · Aegean Sea · Kusadasi - Patmos - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi

4.4/5 · 17 reviews · 13 booked
Celestyal Cruises ·
Celestyal Discovery3
Depart from Kusadasi
From SGD 826
12 days · Mediterranean · Split - Italy - Greece - Cyprus - Egypt - Split

12 days · Mediterranean · Split - Italy - Greece - Cyprus - Egypt - Split

4.4/5 · 691 reviews
MSC Cruises ·
MSC Lirica4
Depart from Split
From SGD 1,338
5 days · Aegean Sea · Kusadasi - Patmos - Rhodes - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi

5 days · Aegean Sea · Kusadasi - Patmos - Rhodes - Heraklion - Santorini - Lavreotiki - Mykonos - Kusadasi

4.4/5 · 17 reviews · 4 booked
Celestyal Cruises ·
Celestyal Discovery3
Depart from Kusadasi
From SGD 864

Group Tours in Heraklion Prefecture

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9D8N • Athens, Northern Greece and the Beautiful Aegean Int

Level 39D8N • Athens, Northern Greece and the Beautiful Aegean Int

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 2,738
9D8N • Athens and Greek Islands

Level 49D8N • Athens and Greek Islands

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 3,139
8D7N • Greece and Greek Islands Cruise Int

Level 38D7N • Greece and Greek Islands Cruise Int

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 2,747
8D7N • Greece and Greek Islands Cruise Ext

Level 38D7N • Greece and Greek Islands Cruise Ext

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 3,060
17D16N • Great Turkey, Rhodes and Crete End Athens

Level 417D16N • Great Turkey, Rhodes and Crete End Athens

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 4,680
11D10N • Athens, the Beautiful Aegean and Complete Greece Int

Level 311D10N • Athens, the Beautiful Aegean and Complete Greece Int

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 3,560
13D12N • Greco-Turkish Passion with Crete End Athens

Level 413D12N • Greco-Turkish Passion with Crete End Athens

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 4,003
9D8N • Athens, Northern Greece and the Beautiful Aegean Ext

Level 39D8N • Athens, Northern Greece and the Beautiful Aegean Ext

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SGD 3,055

Trip Moments in Heraklion Prefecture

Where the Mediterranean Meets Mythology 🌊

Where the Mediterranean Meets Mythology 🌊

“#citybreakvsnatureescape Crete is an absolute gem!”@travelonawhim · citybreakvsnatureescape · 21 days ago
A Slice of Venice in the Heart of Crete! 🇬🇷

A Slice of Venice in the Heart of Crete! 🇬🇷

“Strolling through the streets of Heraklion, you might suddenly stumble upon a building that dates back nearly 400 years!”@Viktoriya Amis · 5 days ago
traveler moment
“waiting for flight ✈️”@Abdul wahab Talukdar · 7 days ago
Heraklion: The Ultimate Silent Gateway in Crete, Greece 🌊✨

Heraklion: The Ultimate Silent Gateway in Crete, Greece 🌊✨

“Heraklion is literally the perfect hidden getaway on Crete Island, #greece!”@Shayak Majumder · greece · 11 days ago

Popular cities near Heraklion Prefecture

Santorini

Santorini

Mykonos

Mykonos

Athens

Athens

Delphi

Delphi

Zakinthos Island

Zakinthos Island

Chania

Chania

Rhodes

Rhodes

Milos

Milos

Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Heraklion Prefecture?

Don't miss these attractions in Heraklion Prefecture: Iraklio Bowling Center, Set Sails Crete, and Arena beach. If you like Culture & history, try Heraklion Audio Tour: Echoes of Empires and Sacred Spaces. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Heraklion - Walking City Tour with Food Tasting.

You can give Heraklion - Walking City Tour with Food Tasting and Heraklion: Cretan private cooking lesson with lunch in Arolithos a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Kleanthi Olive Farm: Guided Tour with Local Delicacies Tasting, Private Sailing Cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island, and 5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 4 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Heraklion Prefecture is around SGD 30.69 – SGD 904.16. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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