Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket, Audio Guide & City Tour
Experience the minoan treasures of 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 one of the most visited attractions of Crete, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the historic city of Heraklion. Put on your headphones and explore the Phaistos Disc, 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 amazing museum. 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.
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Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket, Audio Guide & City Tour
What's included in Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket, Audio Guide & City Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Castello del Molo (Koules)Pass-by Only
The impressive fortress stands at the entrance of the old harbour of the city. The Castello a Mare,built by the Venetians in the 16th century, was the protector of Heraklion and a true architectural wonder of its time. Learn its history and how a fault became the perfect excuse for the Ottomans to conquer Heraklion!
Morosini Fountain (Lion's Fountain)Pass-by Only
Heraklion had a number of fountains, but the most famous and impressive was the Morosini Fountain or the Lions as the locals call it. The fountain was inaugurated in 1628 and it was a feast for the eyes! The stories will take you back to that period and will reveal to you the magnificent decoration and the fate of the fountain after the ottoman conquest.
Enjoy a hassle-free visit to one of the top attractions of Crete, 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 and discover their riveting stories with 2 audio tours, downloadable on your phone.
Inclusions
- An activation link to access your audio tour
- Adult entry ticket to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Offline content (text, audio narration and maps) to avoid roaming charges
- Self-guided audio tour in multiple languages on your smartphone (Android & iOS)
- Live Guide
- Smartphone or headphones
- Transportation
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The self-guided audio tour for the Heraklion Archaeological Museum is designed to start at the entrance of 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.
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Ticket Redemption
Your self-guided audio tour is now confirmed! This is a self-guided audio tour and admission fees are not included. Internet access might be unavailable in certain areas of the city, so prior to your visit and while you have Wi-Fi access, download your e-ticket, app and audio tour for offline use. Ensure your smartphone is fully charged & bring your headphones. The audio tour begins at the entrance of Koules, located at the old harbor of the city, that can be easily accessed on foot. The tour ends at Jesus Gate not far from Kazantzakis tomb. No live guide will escort you and no extra equipment (smartphone, headphones, etc.) will be provided. In case you need any assistance, contact us at [email protected] Enjoy!
