5-Day Crete Weekend Getaway in Chania

Your exciting weekend getaway in Crete begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Chania, your home for 4 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Chania has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Crete. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Chania to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Sabbionara Rampart. This attraction is a spectacular must-see tourist destination with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 531 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Chania, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, KAIKI. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,026 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Chania is Kouzina EPE. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,762 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, MonEs. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 620 customers.

A weekend getaway in Crete isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Chania. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Sinagogi coctail bar, which has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,489 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Fagotto Jazz Bar Chania. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Locals also enjoy PALLAS, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,286 customers, an after-dinner drink at PALLAS is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in Crete!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Crete, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Chania. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in Chania!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Firka Venetian Fortress | Enetiko froyrio Firka. This outstanding top-tier point of interest and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from 738 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Firka Venetian Fortress | Enetiko froyrio Firka is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Etz Hayyim Synagogue. Approximately 302 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing must-see tourist destination, Old Venetian Port of Chania. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 31,371 visitors.

The top-rated Kastélli, an outstanding top-tier point of interest, is one place you should visit while in Chania considering its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 345 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Lighthouse of Chania. This popular site is rated 4.8 stars out of 5 by around 1,941 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Crete. Check out all the tours Chania offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Crete can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Chania.

TAMAM RESTAURANT CHANIA offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Chania is the popular Cabana Mare Beach Club. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,373 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Chrisostomos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,773 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Salis. One of the best bars in the city, Salis has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,808 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Feidias cafe bar Chania is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,977 bar-goers.

Nama RestoBar is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Chania. Nama RestoBar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,201 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Chania. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Crete!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Crete, you’ll get to know more about Chania and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in Chania by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Greek National Football Team Museum.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Old Chania Market. This attraction is a magnificent best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,234 travelers.

Chania is also the home of the amazing Minoan's World the 9D Experience. This fascinating museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 848 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous best-rated sightseeing destination in the area, the wonderful Iguana Beach. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,261, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Chania is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Crete, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Chania's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Chania. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at To Maridaki, one of the most recommended restaurants in Chania. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,534 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Ta Chalkina. Around 3,118 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,926 customers, Nymphes Coffee & Dessert is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Crete. One of the best bars in the city is ELLINIKO Speciality Coffee Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,233 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Chania, we recommend the cocktails at Barbarossa. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 984 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Chania is Avalon Rock Pub Chania. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 693 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Chania. Toast to another amazing day in Crete!

On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Crete, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Chania. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Chania!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Eleftherios Venizelos House. This outstanding museum and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.9 stars out of 5 from 1,023 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Eleftherios Venizelos House is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Tampakariá. Approximately 290 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Crete. Check out all the tours Chania offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Crete can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Chania.

Oinopiio offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Chania is the popular Ela. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,025 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Apostolis Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,591 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Lawbby Bar and more. One of the best bars in the city, Lawbby Bar and more has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 620 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Aeriko - Aeriko cafe bar is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 405 bar-goers.

Puerto Coffee Food & Cocktails is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Chania. Puerto Coffee Food & Cocktails has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 401 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Chania. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Crete!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Crete is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Chania. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Crete.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Crete, the popular Plateia Eleytherias is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Chania.

You’ll then say farewell to Crete and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Crete!