Admission to: Knossos Palace
Heraklion City audio guide (Download from the confirmation email)
Tour guide
Transport
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Free for children aged 0-3
Participant aged 26+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Kids under 4, EU citizens under 25, and EU students get in for free; no ticket is needed
Reduced tickets available onsite for EU citizens 65+ and non-EU citizens aged 6-25 (With ID)
This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
Due to availability, your e-ticket time may shift by up to an hour
Enjoy free entrance for all visitors every 1st Sunday from 1st November to 31st March
Entrance is available between 15 minutes before until 60 minutes after the selected timeslot
The archaeological site is just 5 km from Heraklion. Drive or take the bus from Heraklion’s station. Free parking is available near the entrance
The prices of the entrance tickets to archaeological sites and museums determined by the Ministry of Culture are registered at http://hhticket.gr
Step into the heart of Greek mythology at Knossos Palace, where legends come alive. With these tickets, you’ll wander the archaeological site, marvel at the reconstructed palace, and glimpse the intact throne of King Minos, Crete's first king. Known for the myth of the Minotaur’s labyrinth, the Minoan civilization flourished here for nearly two millennia. Archaeological finds reveal Knossos as one of the largest Bronze Age cities, dating back to the Neolithic period and playing a pivotal role in early European civilization. Let your imagination soar as you stand before ancient stone carvings, picturing life and lore from thousands of years ago. Grab your Knossos Palace tickets and prepare for an unforgettable journey into the past!