Heraklion: Knossos & Archeol. Museum E-Tickets & City Audios
ID: GYG468089-835183
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a hassle-free visit to the the Knossos Palace and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum with an entry e-ticket and audio tour as well as a self-guided tour of the majestic city of Heraklion.
Experience the top attractions of Crete, the Knossos Palace and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum at your own pace with a pre-booked e-ticket and audio tour as well as a self-guided tour of the majestic city of Heraklion on your smartphone. Receive your ticket by email, download the app and the audio tours on your phone, prior to your visit, and travel back in time to experience the glory of the most visited attraction of Crete, the Knossos Palace, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the historic city of Heraklion.
Put on your headphones and explore the Throne Room, the Koules and the Morosini Fountain through the power of storytelling and learn historical information and uncommon stories and anecdotes from the ancient times till the fascinating present of the city of Heraklion and its famous attractions. Tours’ content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief original stories that will make your visit both engaging and informative. The audio tours can be used repeatedly and anytime, before or after your visit.
This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the Knossos Palace, the site narrating the evolution of the Minoan Era, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, hosting some of the most amazing minoan treasures, as well as the city of Heraklion, the ever-changing city center of Crete and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.
Highlights
- Download the app and your audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit
- Marvel at the Throne Room, Koules and the Tripartite Shrine
- Discover the Morosini Fountain, the Loggia and the North lustral area
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a combination of a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (accessible through our app) and an entry ticket for the Knossos Palace.
No live guide or meeting point provided.
After booking, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well.
The course of the visit may be modified and special restrictions may be imposed. The visitors must always adhere to the guidelines of the site.
Book per device to be used, not per participant.
An Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation.
You will need storage space on your phone (200-300MB)
Free and reduced admission tickets do not have to skip the line privileges and can only be acquired at the ticket booth on-site.
There is no meeting point.
The tour of the Knossos Palace begins just after the entrance to the archaeological site of Knossos (Knossos 714 09, Greece). Knossos is just a 20-minute drive from the city of Heraklion. Even though you do not have a car, the easiest way is to get the bus. .The tour ends at the Theater which is inside the archaeological site, not far from the entrance.
The self-guided audio tour for the Heraklion Archaeological Museum is designed to start at the entrance of the Museum(Xanthoudidi and Chatzidaki 1, Iraklio 712 02). The easiest way to get there is by bus. The tour ends at the Museum’s courtyard which is located inside the museum.
The self-guided audio tour for the city of Heraklion is designed to start at the entrance of Koules which is located at the old harbor of the city.. The easiest way to get there is on foot. The tour ends at Jesus Gates located in Evans Street, not far from the Kazantzakis tomb.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.