• Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket

Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Walking Tour Guided Tour in English with Skip-the-Line Ticket

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ID: GYG138158-O-206525
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Country: Greece

Duration: 01:30 hours


Description

Cruise past long lines to the Palace of Knossos and immerse in Greek history. Use the same ticket to enter the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion later.
Join a guided tour of Knossos, a complex of more than 1500 interlocking rooms, once an astonishing palace built for a mighty king of the Bronze Age. Knossos is considered Europe’s oldest city.
As you wander through the labyrinthine ruins, get the chance to see the original throne of ‘’Minos”, the mystifying sanctuaries, the luxurious domestic quarters of the royal family, Crete’s treasures pantries, and the water-management systems.
The first palace of Knossos was erected soon after 2000 BC. In 1700 BC, a catastrophic earthquake destroyed the Palace. A new palace was built immediately, the most monumental of all, and for over 300 years it represented the pre-eminent center of power in Bronze Age Crete.
The new palace was an imposing complex with important architectural innovations, splendid frescoes adorning the walls, hundreds of rooms distributed in four storeys, impressive storage areas, specialized workshops, and spacious courts hosting ceremonies and feasts.
Learn how during the last decades of the 14th century BC, a series of earthquakes led to the final destruction of the palace. 

Highlights

  • Skip the ticket line to enter Knossos Palace and take a tour with a licensed guide
  • Explore the ancient palace, step into the royal residence and see the Minoan king's throne
  • Be amazed by the House of the Frescoes and its colorful wall paintings
  • Learn about the history of the Minoan Civilization, probably the oldest one on the European continent
  • Use the same ticket to enter the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion when you go to Heraklion city later

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour has two options: you either pre-buy skip-the-line entry tickets or pay cash for them onsite
• Please bring your passport, if you qualify for a reduced price
• With the ticket you get, you can enter the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion City as well
• During warm days, please wear walking shoes and bring sunscreen, a hat and water
• The ticket you book is not your entry ticket (if you choose the option including entry); the voucher needs to be exchanged at the meeting point at Knossos Palace.
• If you wish to use the combined entry ticket before the tour at Knossos Palace, please contact the local partner within 24 hours of the start of the tour
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Next to the entrance of the archaeological site, right next to the "Little Garden" restaurant
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.