About The Aquarium

The Cretaquarium project was conceived by employees of the former Institute of Marine Biology of Crete (IMBC) to create the first large aquarium in Greece, as part of a marine park for research, education, culture and recreation. Its construction was co-financed by the European Investment Bank and the Greek state. Cretaquarium first opened on the site of the former USAF Iraklion Air Station near the town of Gournes in December 2005 and underwent a major expansion during the winter of 2008–9, when 25 new tanks were installed.

The aquarium is currently operated by the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research, a public research institution. Its exhibits focus on the marine fauna of the Mediterranean region and include sea organisms from over 250 species in more than 60 water tanks.

Cretan Cusine Experience

Starters

Dakos, Greek Salad, Tzatsiki

Main

• Firegrill Lamp/Pork Or Staffed Vegetables

Deserts

• Homemade Pie

Drinks

Raki, Wine, Water (Included)

Hourly rates for booking a whole car:

Qashqai SUV, 1-3 persons -> 40€/hour

Nissan Van, 1-8 persons -> 50€/hour

Mercedes Vito Van, 1-7 persons -> 55€/hour

Mercedes V-Class, 1-6 persons -> 65€/hour

* Please note these are the final prices for booking the whole car for yourselves.