Chania, Crete

Chania Guides

Local guides to Chania: where to eat, what to see and how to get around. Written by locals, not scraped from review sites.

Things to Do in Chania: The Complete Local Guide

Things to Do

Things to Do in Chania: The Complete Local Guide

The best things to do in Chania, Crete, by locals: the Old Town, the beaches, where to eat and go out, day trips, and tips for rainy days, kids and no car.

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Chania Nightlife and Live Music: Where Locals Go

Nightlife

Chania Nightlife and Live Music: Where Locals Go

Chania nightlife, by locals: the best cocktail bars in the Old Town, where to dance, and how to find live music. From a ruined-synagogue bar to DJ courtyards.

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The Best Beaches Near Chania, Ranked by a Local

Beaches

The Best Beaches Near Chania, Ranked by a Local

The best beaches near Chania, from the town sands you can walk to, to Balos and Elafonissi. Which to pick, how to get there, and when the wind bites.

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The Best Restaurants in Chania: A Local’s Pick

Food & Drink

The Best Restaurants in Chania: A Local’s Pick

The best restaurants in Chania, chosen by locals: harbour views, the finest seafood, and the tavernas worth queuing for. No paid placements.

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Chania Old Town: The Complete Guide

Things to Do

Chania Old Town: The Complete Guide

Chania Old Town, guided by locals: the Venetian Harbour, the streets worth wandering, where to actually eat and drink, plus parking and beach basics.

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