Title: Things to Do in Asites in 2026 | Expedia.com [Asites Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Asites.dx6346093)[Hotels in Asites](https://expedia.com/Asites-Hotels.d6346093.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Asites](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Asites.d6346093.Car-Rental-Guide)[Asites Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Asites.d6346093.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Asites ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Asites Types of activities [Asites Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Asites.dx6346093) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Asites must see attractions ### 1\. Heraklion Port Sit on a harbor wall at Heraklion Port and watch fishing boats bobbing on the sparkling Cretan waters. Visit the ancient fort that protected the harbor and see the old walls that have stood here for over 400 years. Sample local cuisine at one of the many restaurants near the water’s edge. Watch the coming and going of the small ferries that run between the Greek islands or book a passage on one and enjoy a daytrip away from the mainland. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Heraklion-Port-Heraklion.d6062095.Vacation-Attraction) ![Heraklion Port which includes a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062095/2474191a-c342-414c-a7bc-df2ab371bb2b.jpg) ### 2\. Palace of Knossos Walk through the chambers of Minoan kings and queens at Knossos and marvel at the grandeur of the ancient buildings. Explore the labyrinthine layout and learn the story of what happened to the mythical architect, Daedalus. Take a tour to find out what treasures have been discovered here since excavations began. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Palace-Of-Knossos-Heraklion.d6062149.Vacation-Attraction) ![Columns in the Palace of Knossos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062149/5f496145-2d8f-43d7-98c1-30558a71430e.jpg) ### 3\. Heraklion Archaeological Museum View over 5,500 years of pottery, artwork, tools and weapons when you visit Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Plan to spend time in the Minoan exhibit, which is widely acknowledged as being the best of its kind in the world. Discover Neolithic tools and statues, objects traded with the Egyptians and notable Roman artworks and frescoes too. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Heraklion-Archaeological-Museum-Heraklion.d6062085.Vacation-Attraction) ![Heraklion Archaeological Museum showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062085/2558aa65-a2d0-4f0d-8ae3-5c3669f39648.jpg) ### 4\. Historical Museum of Crete Pay a visit to the Historical Museum of Crete and chart the city’s fascinating past from early Christian times through to the modern day. View spectacular Byzantine artwork, visit the writing room of one of Greece’s most famous literary heroes and learn about the Cretan struggle for independence. See how the folk arts of the Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman periods have all influenced each other. Don’t miss the museum’s prize attractions: two paintings by the great Spanish Renaissance artist Doménikos Theotokópoulos, better known as El Greco. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Historical-Museum-Of-Crete-Heraklion.d6062101.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historical Museum of Crete featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062101/5706a2df-6df0-4571-944c-e0d3133725a8.jpg) ### 5\. Koules Fortress Stand inside Koules Fortress and look out across the Heraklion harbor just as sentries who guarded the city from attack over 500 years ago would have done. Visit the soldiers’ barracks and prison and see where the cannons were positioned to fire upon approaching enemy vessels. Don’t miss the impressive marble reliefs depicting St. Mark’s lion, the symbol of Venice, on three of the walls of the fortress. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Koules-Fortress-Heraklion.d6062197.Vacation-Attraction) ![Koules Fortress which includes a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062197/d22fe650-baba-4b1d-871d-f21de6320d37.jpg) ### 6\. Heraklion Loggia Visit the Heraklion Loggia and admire the blend of Ionic and Doric architectures that harken back to the time when the city was ruled by the Venetians. Imagine noblemen holding meetings in the columned halls or enjoying a performance in the open arcade area. Look for details such as the reliefs of lions and coats of arms and admire the excellent restoration on this ancient building. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Heraklion-Loggia-Heraklion.d6062087.Vacation-Attraction) ![Heraklion Loggia showing interior views and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062087/5817001b-5edb-431f-b489-c1466018a673.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6346093) ## Recommended things to do in Asites | Number of things to do | 21 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete \| by Helleo](/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details): $18 | | Top 5 things to do | [Heraklion: Douloufakis Winery, Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/heraklion-douloufakis-winery-tour-and-wine-tasting.a48643220.activity-details)[Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details)[Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details)[Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses](/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details)[Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete \| by Helleo](/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete \| by Helleo](/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details) | | With kids | [Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details)[Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details)[Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses](/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details)[Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete \| by Helleo](/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details)[Heraklion: Cretan Cooking Lesson with Lunch in Arolithos](/things-to-do/heraklion-cretan-cooking-lesson-with-lunch-in-arolithos.a4770944.activity-details) | ## What to do in Asites --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Asites? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Asites ![Heraklion Port showing a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062095/7ace24f4-023c-44ef-9ee7-edd0717cf372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heraklion Port 4.5/5(139 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Heraklion-Port-Heraklion.d6062095.Vacation-Attraction) ![Columns in the Palace of Knossos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062149/5f496145-2d8f-43d7-98c1-30558a71430e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palace of Knossos 4.5/5(126 reviews) Take a tour around one of Europe’s most spectacular archaeological sites, where Greek myths have been made and great treasures discovered. [](https://expedia.com/Palace-Of-Knossos-Heraklion.d6062149.Vacation-Attraction) ![Heraklion Archaeological Museum showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062085/2558aa65-a2d0-4f0d-8ae3-5c3669f39648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heraklion Archaeological Museum 4.5/5(100 reviews) One of Europe’s most important museums has five millennia of Cretan history on display, including the exceptional Minoan exhibit. [](https://expedia.com/Heraklion-Archaeological-Museum-Heraklion.d6062085.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historical Museum of Crete featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062101/5706a2df-6df0-4571-944c-e0d3133725a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Museum of Crete 4.5/5(48 reviews) Trace the history of this ancient town through its numerous periods and discover traditional art and fascinating stories. [](https://expedia.com/Historical-Museum-Of-Crete-Heraklion.d6062101.Vacation-Attraction) ![Koules Fortress showing a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062197/18192014-b709-46bd-863e-692c26f2d6e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Koules Fortress 4.5/5(44 reviews) The prominent symbol of Heraklion, this imposing fortress by the harbor has protected the city for over 500 years. [](https://expedia.com/Koules-Fortress-Heraklion.d6062197.Vacation-Attraction) ![Morosini Fountain showing a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062135/0cfb1163-ec34-43cb-8078-1b609aeb5cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morosini Fountain 4/5(43 reviews) Don’t miss this ornate fountain in Heraklion’s central square, which once brought daily drinking water to thousands of inhabitants. [](https://expedia.com/Morosini-Fountain-Heraklion.d6062135.Vacation-Attraction) ![Heraklion Loggia showing interior views and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062087/5817001b-5edb-431f-b489-c1466018a673.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heraklion Loggia 4.5/5(11 reviews) Take a look around this stunning Venetian monument, also the site of the Heraklion town hall. [](https://expedia.com/Heraklion-Loggia-Heraklion.d6062087.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Titus Church which includes religious elements, street scenes and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062185/8cd6434b-f01d-41ad-b9bd-bf1fa1817e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Agios-Titos-Church-Heraklion.d6062185.Vacation-Attraction) ![Natural History Museum of Crete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062091/7af640ea-6426-4434-8d1b-2df38cdda769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Natural History Museum of Crete 4.5/5(33 reviews) Don’t miss the chance to learn about Crete’s unique natural environment at this excellent modern museum. [](https://expedia.com/Natural-History-Museum-Of-Crete-Heraklion.d6062091.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Asites ![Heraklion which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/183850c5-8966-47fd-96cf-b80404c014a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heraklion ![Kreta - Malevizi - Fodele Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143278/6449693d-4464-4408-9fab-dcca9f4f8c7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Malevizi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Asites worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Asites? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Asites? ### Is three days enough to stay in Asites? ### What are some activities to do in Asites with kids? > - [Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details) > - [Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details) > - [Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/pottery-classes.a2707903.activity-details) > - [Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete | by Helleo](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/authentic-soapmaking-experience-tour-in-crete-by-helleo.a49311643.activity-details) > - [Heraklion: Cretan Cooking Lesson with Lunch in Arolithos](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/heraklion-cretan-cooking-lesson-with-lunch-in-arolithos.a4770944.activity-details) ### What to do in Asites for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Asites? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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