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Discover Heraklion’s Ancient & Living History

Things to Do Around KM Living

Tucked into a quiet residential corner of Heraklion, KM Living Luxury Suites puts you within easy reach of Crete’s most treasured sights. From the legendary Palace of Knossos to golden sandy beaches, here is a closer look at what is waiting just minutes away.

Palace of Knossos

knossos palace

Palace of Knossos

Distance from KM Living: 2.6 km

The legendary Minoan palace linked to the myths of the Labyrinth and the Minotaur, Knossos is the most important Bronze Age site in Europe and the crown jewel of Crete’s ancient history.

Lions Square

Morosini Fountain, Lion Square

Distance from KM Living: 4 km

The elegant Venetian fountain at the heart of Heraklion’s liveliest square, ringed by cafes, tavernas and boutique shops – perfect for an evening stroll or a leisurely coffee.

Koules Fortress

Koules Fortress & Venetian Harbour

Koules Fortress & Venetian Harbour

Distance from KM Living: 4.6 km

A 16th-century fortress guarding the entrance to the Old Venetian Harbour, where fishing boats still bob beside centuries-old stone walls – one of the city’s most photographed landmarks.

Archaeological Museum

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Distance from KM Living: 4 km

One of the great museums of Greece, showcasing an unrivalled collection of Minoan treasures, from delicate frescoes to golden jewellery, spanning more than 5,500 years of Cretan civilization.

Historical Museum of Crete

Historical Museum of Crete

Historical Museum of Crete

Distance from KM Living: 4.4 km

Housed in an elegant neoclassical mansion, this museum traces seventeen centuries of Cretan history, from early Christian times through Venetian rule to the Battle of Crete.

Amoudara Beach

Amoudara Beach

Amoudara Beach

Distance from KM Living: 5 km

A long stretch of golden sand just west of the city, Amoudara is Heraklion’s favourite beach for swimming, water sports and relaxed seaside tavernas.