On the northwest side of the port of Chania, the Venetians built the Revellino del Porto, a fortification able to prevent any hostile attack to the port. Its construction began in mid-16th century and was completed a few years before the fall of the city to the Turks in 1645.

In the southwest coast of Crete, you will find one of the most magical beaches. Elafonisi is one of the exotic beaches of Crete, about 80 km far from Chania. It is characterized by white sand dunes, clear blue and shallow water, and the peace and tranquility it offers its visitors. The landscape of Elafonissi will leave you speachless as it is rare to meet something similar in the rest of Greece. To get to Elafonisi you can take the suburban bus or go there by car. Also, after walking a few minutes to the west, you can easily reach the Cedar forest.

The southernmost point of Europe is Gavdos. The natural beauty of the island still remains unspoiled. Among the most impressive sights are the steep cliffs with the lighthouse on top of them and the beaches with the cedar trees. The main town of Gavdos is Kastri with few inhabitants. There is also Sarakiniko with its beautiful and well-organized beach. The taverns of St. John are the most popular places to dine while you stay on Gavdos.  The moment you enter the path from St. John to the beach, it feels like you have left civilization.

The beautiful beach of Falassarna is 59 kilometers west of Chania and 17 kilometers west of Kissamos. It is located in the western part of Gramvousa Peninsula. At the northern end of the beach you can see the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Falassarna.

This beach is one of the most famous beaches of Greece. In the past it was awarded as the best beach in Crete and one of the 10 best beaches in Europe. Falassarna is very big, it actually consists of five consecutive beaches. The two central ones are the most popular with bathers.