Botanical Park & Gardens of Crete
Βοτανικό Πάρκο Κρήτης
A valley botanical garden built on olive groves burned in a 2003 wildfire, growing fruit trees, herbs and medicinal plants from around the world, with an on-site farm restaurant.
The garden lies near the village of Fournes, about 18 km southwest of Chania, and covers roughly 20 hectares. A circular trail through the valley takes about 1.5–2 hours and passes tropical fruit trees, citrus, herbs and native Cretan plants, as well as a lake, peacocks and goats. Entry is about €7. The on-site restaurant cooks Cretan dishes with produce grown on the farm and is well reviewed. The paths are sloped, so wear comfortable shoes. You need a car, and it can be combined with a visit toward Samaria Gorge.
Opening hours
About April-November, 09:00 until before sunset
Nearby sights
- Municipal Market of Chania
- Firkas Fortress & Maritime Museum of Crete
- Chania Old Venetian Harbour
- Lighthouse of Chania
- Archaeological Museum of Chania
- Samaria Gorge
- Venizelos Graves
- Ancient Aptera