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Car Rental Heraklion

Hire Car Heraklion
Hire Car Heraklion
Premium (E1)

€25 / day
Crete Rental Car Heraklion
Crete Rental Car Heraklion
Mini Vans 7 Seats (L1)

€37 / day
Rent a Car In Heraklion Crete
Rent a Car In Heraklion Crete
Economy (B1)

€13 / day
Car Hire Deals in Crete Heraklion
Car Hire Deals in Crete Heraklion
Cabrio Automatic (I1)

€50 / day
Cheap Auto Rentals in Heraklion
Cheap Auto Rentals in Heraklion
Mini Economy Automatic (A3)

€18 / day
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Heraklion Car Rentals to Discover the City

The fascinating capital city of Heraklion which bares an ancient identity with a long and compelling past is centrally located on the northern coast of Crete. It has been revealed that in antiquity approximately 5,000 years ago, Heraklion was the ancient port city of Knossos, home to Europe’s oldest known civilization the Minoans. Throughout the centuries Heraklion has been controlled and occupied by many, including the Byzantines, the Venetians, and the Ottomans before joining modern Greece in the 20th century has all left its imprint on the city. Today Heraklion is the most popular holiday destination in Crete with the Heraklion International Airport as well as the Heraklion Port that caters to millions of visitors from around the world each year. When you consider the magnitude of travelers arriving at the capital of Crete either for business or pleasure it is only wise to prepare yourself ahead of time by renting a car in Heraklion. That way you can drive to any and all destinations you desire at any time you wish but remember when in Crete all roads lead to Heraklion!

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Begin your adventure by exploring with your Heraklion rent a car the archeological sites of the two most magnificent monuments left behind by the Minoans, the Knossos Palace, and the Phaistos Palace. The archeological site of Knossos, nestled among the trees and hills, is where remains of the Palace of Knossos are found today. It is the largest of the Minoan palatial structures measuring 20,000 sq./m that was used as a ceremonial and political center at the time. The maze of ancient ruins includes walls coated with colorful murals, imposing red columns, and a glorious throne room. Phaistos Palace, the second most important ancient Minoan site is located on the east side of Kastri Hill, also surrounded by a beautiful natural setting that was a complex built for the Minoan royalty. The remains and ruins of the magnificent palace, the great royal courtyards, the grand staircases, the royal apartments, and the theater can be found when visiting Phaistos. However, when these ancient Minoan sites were originally found, archeologists also unearthed many Minoan treasures that are now kept at the Heraklion Archeological Museum located in the city. The museum exhibits a unique collection of over 10,000 Minoan artifacts that were excavated from many areas in Crete.

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There is so much to see and do when driving around the city with your Heraklion rental car. Visit the busy shopping center on 25th August Street lined with beautiful neoclassic buildings as well as shops and boutiques selling the latest fashion items. Stop at the Loggia an elegant building of Venetian architecture that was once a noblemen’s club. Voyage through the many town squares featuring several marble fountains, the most popular is Lions Square with the Morosini fountain composed of four lions’ heads that is also a popular meeting point for the Herakliotes. Also visit the Cathedral of Saint Minas, the patron saint of Heraklion and the largest church in Crete, renowned for its religious iconography. From there you will reach the beautiful Venetian Harbor with the imposing Venetian Fortress Koules that stands at the harbor entrance. Along the waterfront, you will find many cafes, restaurants, and seafood taverns offering local Cretan delicacies with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. To the left is a marina, home to many yachts, sailboats, and brightly colored fishing boats, and the pier is full of kiosks and stands selling the fresh catch of the day. Be sure to also visit the Natural History Museum of Crete and the Historical Museum of Crete along the way. Then explore the charming old town of Heraklion, still enclosed by old Venetian walls and featuring an extensive maze of cobblestone streets and narrow alleys filled with cafes, restaurants, hidden courtyards, and over 1,000 shops selling anything and everything one could imagine. Next visit the grave of Nikos Kazantzakis, the well-known Greek writer, and philosopher, found on top of a hill with an inscription that reads “I hope for nothing. I fear nothing. I am free”. In Heraklion, you will also find many charming seaside villages, picturesque mountainous villages and some of the most beautiful beaches in all of Crete fringed on the northern and southern shores of Heraklion. The history, culture, and natural beauty of Heraklion are reflected everywhere you look and that is why it is the most visited city in Crete. You can easily see and do all that this fascinating capital city has to offer with your rent a car in Heraklion Crete. Your adventure awaits you!

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