Guided Tour to Knossos Palace & Heraklion
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Participate in a guided tour to the Palace of Knossos, the political and ceremonial center of Minoan civilization. The tour continues to the town center of Heraklion, completing in a day the historical path of 4000 years.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
Professional guide
Guided tour in German & English on Thursday
Whispers offered during the guided tour in Knossos Palace
Guided tour in French & English on Tuesday & Saturday
Pickup and Drop off from hotels and designated meeting points
Food & Drinks
Knossos Palace entry fee (€20). People under the age of 25 from EU member states enter for free
Knossos Palace entry fee (€20). People under the age of 25 from EU member states enter for free
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Knossos Archaeological Site
Knossos Palace is the capital of Minoan civilization, just 5km away on the south of Heraklion town. It is the largest of the preserved Minoan palatial centers on the island. Walk through it with your guide and find out how people lived 4.000 years ago, people that are believed to be the first Europeans, lived as an organized community in Crete and the center of their civilization the Palace itself. The Throne Room, the frescoes, the Minoan Columns, the water management will stimulate your imagination on how the community of the Minoans was living on the island back then.
Morosini Fountain (Lion's Fountain)
Heraklion is the capital of Crete as well as the largest city on the island. It is a town living between modern life and a deep link with its past. The town is fortified by the old Venetian walls. From the town's center, a walk through Daidalou street will bring you to Lion Square and the famous Morosini Fountain remain of the Venetian era. The way to the left will take you to the permanent outdoor market of the town and finally to the Valide Mosque, a remain of the turkish occupancy. The way to the right will bring you to the Venetian Loggia and finally to the sea and the Koules Fortres
Options
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Reviews
81 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Heraclion day trip
Steven K,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Comprehensive trip to Knossos Palace including tour and tour of Old Town. We saw nearby Archeologic Museum on our own. Tour guide was knowledgeable and thorough.
Good for the price
Nichola C,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
4.00At the Palace it can get very busy,so be prepared to do a lot of standing around. There are shaded areas if you get to hot. Go to the toilet before you start as the queue is very long when you finish. You have plenty of time in the city to have lunch and have a wonder round, there is plenty of restaurants,cafes Ice cream shops. Little ticket shops and you can go to the marina.
Interesting and free time...
Julie H,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Interesting and free time in Heraklion. Guide very knowledgeable, pickup on time, slight delay on departure as some guests failed to show, driver waited 15 minutes for them.
Can improve
Red V,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
2.00The Palace of Knossos is an impressive historical site full of history. The place itself is fascinating, with its ruins and mythological Mood that transports to another time. It is a must for anyone interested in Minoan civilization. However, we were a little disappointed by the guided tour. It was advertised as mixed English/French but in reality, the majority of explanations were given in English, with a very succinct and sometimes awkward or even incorrect translation into French. This has hindered overall comprehension and immersion, especially for those who are not proficient in English. Such a rich place deserves a guided tour of equal quality in all the languages on offer. I hope that efforts will be made in the future to improve translation and provide a more inclusive experience for all visitors.
Great trip to Knossos and Heraklion city centre
James H,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good trip, picked up from hotel and taken to Knossos. Ear pieces worked well and we got lots of really interesting information whilst being guided round the site. The second part was the same bus to Heraklion city centre where the guide gave us some quick tips and showed us around which took about 10 minutes and then we were left to explore ourselves. Very good value for money and would recommend this trip to friends and family.
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