Fun activities for couples in Heraklion

Popular activities for couples in Heraklion

Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour

7 to 8 hours

4.9
201 reviews

$95.61

Semi Private Wine and Olive Oil tour (Transfer & Lunch Incl.)

6 hours

4.6
31 reviews

$158.29

Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's land,&olive oil factory

7 to 8 hours

4.9
62 reviews

$92.43

Heraklion: Dia Catamaran Tour, Lunch, Open Bar & Snorkeling

5 hours

4.8
137 reviews

$132.80

Windmills of Seli Ambelou

Full-Day Private Adventure: Knossos-Zeus’ Territory-Old Villages

7 to 8 hours

4.8
97 reviews

$254.97

Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

5.5 hours

4.7
334 reviews

$84.99

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine

7 to 8 hours

5
45 reviews

$111.55

Amazing views from the mountains .

PRIVATE TOUR-Knossos Palace Winery-Olive Oil Factory-Old Villages

8.5 hours

5
48 reviews

$632.11

Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch

5 to 6 hours

5
130 reviews

$211.41

Quad Safari Off-Road Tour

6 hours

4.8
463 reviews

$91.36

PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE

8 hours

4.7
29 reviews

$143.42

5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

5 hours

4.7
327 reviews

$90.30

Labyrinth of Knossos Skip-the-Line Ticket with Tour Guide

1.5 hours

4.5
62 reviews

$83.93

cooking lessons

Full-Day Jeep Safari Tour with Cooking Lesson

8 to 9 hours

4.9
228 reviews

$94.55

horse riding - training the horse

Crete Finikia and Giouchtas Mountains Horse Riding Tour with Lunch

5 hours

4.9
140 reviews

$74.37

Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

8 to 9 hours

4.4
357 reviews

$44.62

Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Chania

4 hours

4.9
43 reviews

$143.42

Knossos-Zeus-Old Wind Mills- Lasithi Plateau-Olive Oil Factory

7.5 hours

4.9
603 reviews

$111.55

E-bike Food Tour Tasting in Heraklion

4 hours

4.9
61 reviews

$122.17

Private Jeep Tour - Zeus Cave - Cretan villages

7 to 8 hours

4.9
118 reviews

$345.27

Tips for couples visiting Heraklion, Greece

When is the best time to visit Heraklion?

The best time to visit Heraklion is during the mild Spring months of March to May, or during the similarly mild Fall months of September to October. The weather during these months is pleasant and conducive to sightseeing and outdoor activities, and the tourist season is typically not as crowded as in the summer months.

What are some fun activities for couples in Heraklion?

  • Go horseback riding along the Indianos road in Heraklion’s countryside

  • Explore Knossos Palace, the largest and most famous of the Minoan archaeological sites

  • Walk the streets of Heraklion’s old town and enjoy a romantic dinner

  • Visit the Venetian Fortress of Koules and take a boat ride

  • Explore the archaeological site of Phaestos, a Minoan palace built in 2000 B.C.

What are some romantic date ideas in Heraklion?

  • Visit the historical Old Town of Heraklion and its ancient Venetian walls and cobblestone streets.

  • Explore the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, the largest and most important museum in Crete.

  • Visit the Palace of Knossos, an ancient Minoan palace located 5 km south of Heraklion.

  • Enjoy the beautiful scenery and beaches at the Heraklion Gulf.

  • Walk around the street market of Heraklion and explore all sights, smells, and sounds.

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