Top Places for Art and Cultural Activities in Chania

A trip to Chania cannot be complete without understanding its rich heritage. The art and cultural activities in Chania will give you an insight into the city's history, traditions, and artwork. While visiting the cultural attractions in Chania would prove to be informative, attending its artsy events will leave you entertained. From cultural performances to historical monuments that give you a glimpse of the past, take a look at this list to know Chania better. Include these in attractions in your itinerary for Chania and have a great vacation.

Check the list of top places for art and culture in Chania:

  1. Chania Archaeological Museum

    Art And Culture, Museum, Educational Site, Architecture

    This Venetian Church of St. Francis, which was reportedly once the largest church in Chania, was once also taken over by the Turkish and converted into a mosque. The Archaeological Museum was established here in 1963. Its exhibits, arranged in chronological order, mostly cover: Pottery, carved stone objects, sealstones, sculpture, metalwork, gold jewellery and coins Roman mosaics Neolithic cla...Read more
  2. Ancient Aptera

    Temple, Ancient Ruin, Theatre, Architecture

    13 km from Chania are the ruins of Aptera, an ancient city that was very powerful from Minoan to Hellenistic times. The name means ‘without wings’, and refers to a legendary battle between the Muses and the Sirens, in which the losing Sirens were stripped of their wings. The city was entirely ruined by a 7th century earthquake. Today, the highlights are: A monastery of St. John The...Read more