Museum of the Battle for Crete and National Resistance Tours

Museums aren't all dusty cabinets and dreary displays. Drop by Museum of the Battle for Crete and National Resistance and be inspired, educated and entertained. Each piece has a story waiting for you to discover.

Situated in Heraklion, this museum is well worth a look. But you'll find plenty more to discover in the area. Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and Natural History Museum of Crete aren't too far from Museum of the Battle for Crete and National Resistance.

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Dimargio Luxury Hotel & Spa

Dimargio Luxury Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Price was $1,355, price is now $1,190 per person
$1,190
per person
Dec 12 - Dec 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Great area and stay.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live

Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live

5 out of 5
Price was $1,784, price is now $1,536 per person
$1,536
per person
Dec 12 - Dec 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (195 reviews)
We have visiting many hotels and although they were impressive, this hotel left me wanting more. The service everywhere was amazing. Everything was spotless and everywhere you looked the surroundings made you smile! We can’t wait to come back❤️

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

El Greco Hotel

El Greco Hotel

2 out of 5
Price was $1,852, price is now $1,701 per person
$1,701
per person
Dec 21 - Dec 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Heraklion (HER)
7.4/10 Good! (789 reviews)
Excellent front desk..helpful and kind. Hotel and room was clean. Parking is very difficult to find. Bathroom/shower very small. Buffet breakfast—assortment of cheeses/meats, yogurt, hard boiled eggs, cereal, breads. No warm offerings.

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

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Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Meal and Water Activities

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $92 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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

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

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $820 per traveler*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Agia Pelagia Crete Quad Bike authentic backland Tour

Agia Pelagia Crete Quad Bike authentic backland Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $49 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Heraklion: Knossos, Zeus, Villages & Olive Oil Factory Tour

Heraklion: Knossos, Zeus, Villages & Olive Oil Factory Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $131 per adult
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Water activities

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Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $39 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Heraklion Archaeological Museum showing street scenes

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

One of Europe’s most important museums has five millennia of Cretan history on display, including the exceptional Minoan exhibit.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum
St. Titus Church which includes religious elements, street scenes and a square or plaza

Agios Titos Church

Dedicated to the patron saint of Crete, this Byzantine church has been renovated and repurposed by some of the world's greatest historical empires.

Agios Titos Church
Heraklion Loggia showing interior views and heritage architecture

Heraklion Loggia

Take a look around this stunning Venetian monument, also the site of the Heraklion town hall.

Heraklion Loggia
St. Mark\'s Basilica featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and interior views

St. Mark's Basilica

One of the most important Venetian monuments in Heraklion, this former cathedral now houses the city’s Municipal Art Gallery.

St. Mark's Basilica
Morosini Fountain showing a fountain

Morosini Fountain

Don’t miss this ornate fountain in Heraklion’s central square, which once brought daily drinking water to thousands of inhabitants.

Morosini Fountain
Heraklion Port showing a marina

Heraklion Port

Spend an afternoon wandering around this ancient harbor and admiring the fortress and ancient walls or take a trip to one of the nearby islands.

Heraklion Port

Best Lodging Options Near Museum of the Battle for Crete and National Resistance

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Ygias Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel

GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel

5 out of 5
9, D. Beaufort Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
Lato Boutique Hotel

Lato Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
15 Epimenidou Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
Lato Boutique Hotel
Dom Boutique Hotel

Dom Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Almirou 14, Heraklion
Dom Boutique Hotel
Ibis Styles Heraklion Central

Ibis Styles Heraklion Central

4 out of 5
26 Koroneou Street and Agiou Titou, Crete Island, Heraklion
Ibis Styles Heraklion Central
Olive Green Hotel

Olive Green Hotel

4 out of 5
Meramvellou & Idomeneos 22, Heraklion, Crete
Olive Green Hotel
Marin Hotel

Marin Hotel

3 out of 5
46, Epimenidou Str., Heraklion, Crete
Marin Hotel
Ethereal White Resort Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

Ethereal White Resort Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Apokoronou 2 1770, Heraklion, Crete
Ethereal White Resort Hotel & Spa - Adults Only
Sofia Hotel

Sofia Hotel

3 out of 5
57 Stadiou Str., Heraklion, Crete Island
Sofia Hotel
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