Fortifications of Heraklion, Heraklion

Name: Fortifications of Heraklion
Address: Heraklion, Greece

#13 among attractions in Heraklion

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The fortifications of Heraklion are a series of defensive walls and other fortifications which surround the city of Heraklion in Crete, Greece. The first city walls were built in the Middle Ages, but they were completely rebuilt by the Republic of Venice. The fortifications managed to withstand the second longest siege in history for 21 years, before the city fell to the Ottomans in 1669. ()

Local name: Ενετικά τείχη Ηρακλείου Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 35°20'3"N, 25°7'38"E

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Fortifications of Heraklion – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Koules, Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, Natural History Museum of Crete.

0.6 miNE
Museum for Cretan prehistory and history
Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Heraklion
17 min walk • The Heraklion Archaeological Museum, nestled in the vibrant city of Heraklion, Greece, is a treasure trove of Minoan art and culture. As one of the most significant and well-curated museums in Greece, it offers visitors an unparalleled glimpse into the ancient...
0.9 miNE
Historic fortress with sea views
Koules, Heraklion
23 min walk • Standing guard over the old harbor of Heraklion, the Koules Fortress, also known as the Rocca al Mare, is a proud emblem of Crete's storied past. This imposing structure, with its thick walls and battlements, offers visitors a glimpse into the island's Venetian...
~1200 ftSE
Historical place, Sport, Sport venue
Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, Heraklion
6 min walk • The Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, nestled in the bustling city of Heraklion, Greece, is a cornerstone of sporting life for the island of Crete. This dynamic stadium is not only a hub for football enthusiasts but also serves as an emblem of local pride and community spirit.
0.5 miN
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Natural History Museum of Crete, Heraklion
14 min walk • The Natural History Museum of Crete in Heraklion, Crete is a natural history museum that operates under the auspices of the University of Crete. Its aim is the study, protection and promotion of the diverse flora and fauna of the Eastern Mediterranean region.
0.5 miNE
Square, Fountain
Lions Square, Heraklion
12 min walk • Eleftheriou Venizelou Square is a square in the city of Heraklion in Crete, named after the Cretan statesman Eleftherios Venizelos.
~1650 ftNE
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Agios Minas Cathedral, Heraklion
8 min walk • The Agios Minas Cathedral is a Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Heraklion, Greece, serving as the seat of the Archbishop of Crete. Ιt is dedicated to Saint Menas the martyr and wonderworker, who is the patron saint of Heraklion.
0.6 miN
Historical museum of Crete with a cafe
Historical Museum of Crete, Heraklion
15 min walk • The Historical Museum of Crete is a museum in Heraklion, Crete. It was founded by the Society of Cretan Historical Studies in 1953 and was originally housed in the former home of Minos Kalokairinos. The museum has since been expanded with a modern wing.
0.6 miNW
35°20'25"N • 25°7'11"E
Talos Plaza, Heraklion
16 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~870 ftE
Music venue
Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion, Heraklion
5 min walk • Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion, also Cultural and Conference Center of Crete, is a centre for the performing arts in Heraklion, Greece. It was inaugurated in 2019 after long debates and planning that exceeded four decades. The complex is built on a plot of 5,670 square meters and has a total area of 28,487 square meters.
0.7 miE
Museum
Museum of the Battle of Crete, Heraklion
17 min walk • The Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance is a municipal historical museum dedicated to the defense of Crete during WWII and the popular resistance of Crete.
0.5 miN
Visual arts museum with Cretan artists
Museum of Visual Arts, Heraklion
14 min walk • The Museum of Visual Arts or Museum of Plastic Arts is a museum housed in the former Catholic St. Mark Basilica, Nymphon Street, Heraklion, Crete. It was established to support Crete's cultural and artistic activities and promote the work of Cretan artists.

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Which popular attractions are close to Fortifications of Heraklion?

Nearby attractions include Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion, Heraklion (5 min walk), Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, Heraklion (6 min walk), Agios Minas Cathedral, Heraklion (8 min walk), Lions Square, Heraklion (12 min walk).

How to get to Fortifications of Heraklion by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fortifications of Heraklion:

Bus

Pananio • Lines: 05 (2 min walk)
Kondylaki ke Melinas Merkouri • Lines: 05 (4 min walk)

Ferry

Ηράκλειο (29 min walk)