From large-scale architecture to a handful of remains, the treasures unearthed at an archaeological site provide vivid clues to the past. Stop by Gortyna to learn more about times gone by.

To visit this archaeological dig site, make your way to Heraklion. You'll find plenty of other things to see and do in this area, such as Fourni, Minos-Miliarikis Winery, and Shrine at Anemospilia.

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Creteco Hotel & Suites

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Oct 8 - Oct 12

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Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)

8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)

Everything here was great. Staff was exceptionally nice and did their best to assist with whatever we needed. For me the only thing is that the pool is open to the public so we didn’t have chairs for the pool poolside and it was busy (weekend) and my kids did not want to swim, this may be ok for others. The local beach was beautiful and the sunsets were amazing.

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Creta Blue Boutique Hotel

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Oct 8 - Oct 12

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Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (239 reviews)

Gorgeous hotel with wonderful staff in a lovely village full of charm and delightful restaurants and bars.

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Kalypso Hotel

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7.8/10 Good! (26 reviews)

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Tours & day trips

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Heraklion Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Private & custom tours

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Orthodox Crete: In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul from 55 AD

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Classes & workshops

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Traditional Cooking Demonstration & Lunch at Archanes Village

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Fourni

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