In the heart of the Old town, Olive Green is located within walking distance from the main points of interest and the central market. Wander the streets around Olive Green and uncover some of the most attractive corners in the city. Liberty (Eleftherias) Square is an excellent vantage point from which to explore Heraklion.
Starting from the Archaeological Museum, head west on Korai and Dedalou streets, two vibrant streets full of shops, boutiques and some of the most unique café and ouzeri (traditional small restaurants serving finger food and local drinks) revealed before you. From the Lions Square up the Valide Mosque in Kornarou Square, the city reveals its traditional character and Cretan culture through a unique combination of tastes, aromas and historical monuments.
For your convenience, we have listed below some distances of the main attractions, hotspots and museums.
| City Centre - Morozini Fountain | 300 m |
| Central Market of Heraklion (1866 Street) | 350 m |
| Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Airport | 3,5 km |
| Harbour of Heraklion | 850 m |
| Central Bus Station | 450 m |
| Venetian Fortress of Rocca al Mare (Koules) | 800 m |
| Knossos Antiquities | 5 km |
| Archaeological Museum of Heraklion | 150 m |
| Historical Museum of Heraklion | 800 m |
| Museum of Natural History of Heraklion | 1 km |
| Grave of Nikos Kazantzakis | 1,2 km |
| Saint Titos Cathedral | 150 m |
| Saint Minas Cathedral | 650 m |
| Heraklion Beaches | 5 km |
| CretAquarium | 16 km |
| Wineries | 20 km |
| Golfing in Crete | 28 km |
| University of Crete | 5 km |
| Foundation of Research & Technology | 9,5 km |
| Technological Institute of Crete | 5,5 km |
| University Hospital of Heraklion | 7 km |
| Venizelio Hospital of Heraklion | 4,5 km |
| Agios Nikolaos- Elounda | 65 km |
| Rethymnon City | 78 km |
| Chania City | 137 km |
| Elafonissi Beach | 210 km |
| Balos Beach | 190 km |
| Samaria Gorge | 180 km |
| Gortys (Gortyn or Gortyna) | 50 km |
| Minoan Palace of Festos | 55 km |