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If you skipped the day your geography teacher taught your class where Heraklion is, there's no need to fret. With a bit of help from us, you'll be able to find it in a flash!

Heraklion is located in Heraklion, and around 35 miles (56 kilometers) from Agios Nikolaos.

Hotels in Heraklion

Studied up on Heraklion, planned your vacation outfits but haven't yet booked your accommodations? Travelocity will help you take care of that. Choose from our 54 properties and start packing your bags!

Who doesn't love life's little luxuries? If you want to indulge for a few nights, check in to the Agapi Beach Resort - All Inclusive (Leoforos Andrea Papandreou) or the GDM Megaron (9, D. Beaufort Street). Doubt you'll spend much time in your room? Check out budget options like the Irini Hotel (Idomeneos Street 4) and the Life Boutique Hotel (L. Ikarou 50) and splash out on unforgettable experiences instead.

Places to visit in Heraklion

If you're keen to see some of the significant places here, add Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum to your travel program.

Often the most groundbreaking discoveries come from nature. At Natural History Museum of Crete you can get better acquainted with our extraordinary planet. Want some more options? Eager to add some greater meaning to your adventure? Make a pilgrimage to St. Mark's Basilica. No matter what your spiritual beliefs, it's an excellent place to observe and find out about the local faith. But there's more. Choose a good vantage point and observe life go by at Eleftherias Square. If you're feeling sociable, this time-worn gathering point is also a great place to have a chat with long-time locals.

Where do you fly into for Heraklion?

Suitcase all packed? Excellent — hop on the flight to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER). Once the wheels hit the runway, you'll be only 2 miles (3 kilometers) to the east from the heart of Heraklion.