If you'd like to add some extra culture to your getaway, put Nikos Kazantzakis Museum on your must-visit list. See if there are any guided tours or simply roam around at your own speed.

This Heraklion museum is a good place to start your day of sightseeing. There's lots to explore close by, such as Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and Natural History Museum of Crete. Take your time at Nikos Kazantzakis Museum before heading to these other fine sights.

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Dimargio Luxury Hotel & Spa

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)

Everything was very clean and neat. Amazing city and water views from my balcony. The staff was super attentive and welcoming. Perfect location, easy walk to anything. I would definitely stay here again.

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Star Beach Village and Water Park

$830

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)

8.4/10 Very Good! (134 reviews)

Great for a family with young children. Plenty of options for food. Lots of child friend swimming pools and beach short walking distance.

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