Take home a real taste of Crete with a CD of Cretan folk music classics such as those of the late, great Nikos Xylouris. Juke Box stocks a large selection of souvenir CDs of Cretan and Greek music (1 Skridlof Street).

Don't miss Chania's indoor food market in the centre of town. Special buys include local cheeses, herbs, spices, honey, raki (the local firewater) and village wine.

Anastasia features an eclectic mix of ethnic items from around the world (including Crete) such as: aromatic oils, energy stones and crystals, smoking paraphernalia, clothing, jewellery and more (33 Kondilaki street, Old Harbour).

Chania's farmers' markets sell an array of fresh fruit, veg and cheeses as well as clothes and more. Venture out on a Saturday to Minoos Street and on a Thursday west of the old harbour.