A Family Day Out with Earthquakes and Dinosaurs in Heraklion!
This adventure is guaranteed to excite your kids!
Start your day with a delicious meal at Taverna Xylouris on Heraklion’s seafront avenue. It’s the perfect place to fuel up for a day of exploring. After you’ve eaten, head east towards the Natural History Museum of Crete—a favorite for both kids and adults!
Once your museum visit is complete, it’s time to stretch your legs.
Cross the road into the Agia Triada neighborhood, where you’ll find the historic Priuli Fountain, rich in cultural significance. Then, continue towards Heraklion’s center, where you’ll soon encounter the grand Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Minas.
If you’re craving a taste of authentic Crete, you’re in the right place!
At Taverna Xylouris, tradition is alive and well. Try the antikristo, a local delicacy of lamb slow-roasted the traditional Cretan way.
Our personal favorite? Their pasta topped with fresh anthotyro cheese!
Next, it’s time for some excitement—prepare for earthquakes, prehistoric beasts, and even dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum!
Don’t miss the seismic table, where you can feel what a real earthquake is like.
Across from the museum lies the charming Agia Triada district, with its houses from another era and winding alleys that may leave you reaching for your GPS.
While there, make a stop at the Priuli Fountain, a spot with a fascinating backstory.
Finally, head towards Heraklion’s bustling market for a leisurely stroll. You’ll find plenty of cafés where you can sit back and relax.
But don’t leave without visiting Saint Minas Cathedral, an impressive church that never fails to leave a lasting impression on its visitors.
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