Halepa and Tabakaria Private Walking Tour

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Tour around Chania’s historical neighborhood and discover a special part of Crete’s history, off beaten path, all from 250€.

History & Legends

Explore Halepa & Tabakaria of Chania with a knowledgeable local guide and learn everything about history, facts and unknown stories.

A unique experience

Walk around the neighborhood of the noblemen & kings & discover the historical facts of 19th and 20th century, beside the sea in the Tabakaria area.

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Tour Highlights

  1. Visit the unknown paths of Chania city.
  2. Enjoy a walk beside the sea in the Tabakaria area.
  3. Learn about the history, culture and traditions of Crete.
  4. Live the experience with a licensed professional local guide.
  5. Discover one of the most historical neighbourhoods of Chania.
  6. Explore the Venizelos house, the palace and Agia Magdalini church.

Description

Discover the historical richness of Chania through a captivating tour of the Halepa area, a distinguished district steeped in 19th and 20th-century historical significance. Immerse yourself in the elegance of this noblemen and kings’ neighborhood, where you’ll traverse charming streets adorned with magnificent buildings, showcasing the architectural marvels of past centuries. Halepa, now deemed the aristocratic enclave of Chania, boasts imposing mansions and opulent villas, with the house of Eleftherios Venizelos, a key figure in Greek politics, standing as a testament to the area’s political importance in the 19th century. Formerly the site of the High Commissioner’s palace and consulates of the Great Powers, Halepa unfolds as a living museum of political heritage. Explore the old buildings housing the “great school of diplomacy” and the French nuns’ School San Joseph Guild. Admire the Russian-style Agia Magdalini church on Dagli Street, a distinctive creation of Prince George of Greece, dating back to 1901-1903. The street also hosts the new archaeological museum of Chania, a modern edifice showcasing captivating historical exhibits. Halepa’s charm extends to its renowned leather factories and the fishers’ port in the Tabakaria area, adorned with splendid fish taverns. Conclude your immersive journey with an optional visit to one of these taverns. Ensure a comfortable exploration by wearing sensible shoes for this enlightening walk through Chania’s historical heart.  

Inclusions

  1. Licensed-professional local guide
  2. Bottled water per person
  3. Analytic information of Crete’s history

Exclusions

  1. Gratuities (optional)
  2. Hotel pick up and drop off (Participants’ transfer to the activity’s starting point)
  3. Meal

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR PICKUPS

Starting point: Venizelos’ House Museum

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