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HOTEL
Located in Heraklion city center Hotel Mirabello is an exceptional choice for accommodation in a very quiet area of the center. Our friendly and experienced staff will make sure that you will feel the rich Cretan tradition of warm hospitality. All that makes it an excellent choice for your holidays and business trips in Heraklion, Crete. We are looking forward to welcome you !
HERAKLION
CITY CENTER
- The Lions square (350 m)
- Central market (400 m)
- Archaeological museum (600 m)
- Historical museum (200 m)
- Bus station to Knossos (700 m)
- Bus station to East & West Crete (950 m)
- The commercial harbor (1.2 km)
- The airport (4.5 km)
HOTEL
SERVICES
- Reception operating 24 | 7
- Lift
- Free WiFi Internet Access
- Wake up calls
- Travel information & suggestions
- Daily maid service
- Left luggage free of charge
- Internet corner
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What can you do at Heraklion?HERAKLION ACTIVITIES
Knossos Palace
The archaeological site of Knossos is sited 5 km southeast of the city of Iraklion.There is evidence that this location was inhabited during the neolithic times (6000 B.C.) . On the ruins of the neolithic settlement was built the first Minoan palace (1900 B.C.) where the dynasty of Minos ruled.This was destroyed in 1700 B.C and a new palace built in its place.
Phaistos Palace
Phaistos was one of the most important centres of Minoan civilization, and the most wealthy and powerful city in southern Crete. It was inhabited from the Neolithic period until the foundation and development of the Minoan palaces in the 15th century B.C.
Archeological Museum
The museum brings together archaeological finds from all over Crete, covering over 5500 years of the island's history. Pride of place is given to the treasures of Minoan civilisation, the entire historical course of which can thus be appreciated. Justly regarded as the home of Minoan civilisation par excellence, the museum houses the most important collection of Minoan antiquities the world over.
Historical Museum
The Museum was founded and is run by the Society of Cretan Historical Studies, with the aim of preserving and showcasing the cultural heritage of Crete from early Byzantine times to the modern era. This aim has been achieved gradually, by the collection, purchase and donation of artefacts, together with artefacts on long term loan from the Ministry of Culture.
Natural History Museum
Eastern Mediterranean is unique at a global level due to the great ecological and cultural complexity. The evenness as well as the contrast, the stability, many affinities and the special features characterizes the area.The aim of the Natural History Museum of Crete is the study, protection and promotion of the special features of the area of Eastern Mediterranean.
CretAquarium
CretΑquarium is an expert in presenting species and ecosystems of the Mediterranean, a sea of unique biodiversity that gave birth to ancient civilizations and welcomes millions of visitors every year from all over the world.
Nikos Kazantzakis Museum
The Museum is made up of a cluster of buildings in the central square of the historical village of Varvari, now known as Myrtia. The Museum Exhibition is housed on a site formerly occupied by the home of the Anemoyiannis family, which was related to Nikos Kazantzakis' father, Kapetan Michalis.
Sightseeing
Coming to Heraklion for the first time, the visitor nowadays may be somewhat surprised by the changes that are taking place in Crete's capital city; Heraklion is celebrating its rich history and moving onwards to a future full of potential. Explore the city and the sights.
Booking: Very good! 8.4
Expedia: Very good! 4/5
TripAdvisor: Excellent 4/5