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Heraklion travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Knossos, Heraklion
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Common scams in Heraklion

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Heraklion, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Heraklion — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Heraklion

6 places worth your time in Heraklion, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Heraklion →

Top food to try in Heraklion

6 dishes to eat in Heraklion, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Heraklion →

Traditions and customs in Heraklion

5 customs and traditions in Heraklion — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Heraklion →

Getting around Heraklion

How to travel around Heraklion — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Heraklion: transport and taxi apps →

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