On the northwest side of the harbor in the city of Chania, the Venetians built the Revellino del Porto, a fortification project to protect the harbor and its entrance. Today, the main building of the fortress houses the main number of exhibitions of the Maritime Museum of Crete. At the two floors of the museum, you will explore the maritime history of Crete and Greece.
The Maritime Museum of Crete welcomes you to its website. Here you will find much information about your visit, the exhibitions and activities of the museum.
In 1467, Venice gave the order for the creation of the Neorio in the harbor of Chania for the repair of its ships. In 1593, sixteen vaults (arsenali) had already been built. Neorio Moro began their construction in 1607. Since then, they have served various purposes. Today one of them hosts the exhibits of the Ancient and Traditional Shipbuilding of the Maritime Museum of Crete.
