Greece
Heraklion
Crete's lively capital and the heart of Minoan civilisation: Knossos, Phaistos and a world-class museum, with wine villages, the beaches of Matala and the wild Asterousia coast.
Mid-rangeStep-free friendly
Your day-by-day plan
A plan for every day with a map, made from your answers and the places we know here.
When to go
Average daytime highs and how busy it gets, month by month.
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| Jan | 15°C |
|---|---|
| Feb | 15°C |
| Mar | 17°C |
| Apr | 20°C |
| May | 24°C |
| Jun | 29°C |
| Jul | 30°C |
| Aug | 30°C |
| Sep | 28°C |
| Oct | 24°C |
| Nov | 20°C |
| Dec | 17°C |
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| Jan | Quiet |
|---|---|
| Feb | Quiet |
| Mar | Quiet |
| Apr | Moderate |
| May | Moderate |
| Jun | Busy |
| Jul | Very busy |
| Aug | Very busy |
| Sep | Busy |
| Oct | Busy |
| Nov | Quiet |
| Dec | Quiet |
What it's good for
- Culture & historyExcellent
- Food & drinkExcellent
- NightlifeExcellent
- Sea & beachesGreat
- Nature & hikingGreat
- ShoppingGreat
- Slow & relaxingGood
- Snow & skiNot really
Beaches depend on the water being warm enough, and snow only happens in winter. We take the season into account in your match.
Destination scores are early estimates and are still being reviewed. Flights and ferries were checked in September 2026 for the month of your trip; schedules can change, so confirm before booking.