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Knossos Palace Archaeological Site E-Ticket with Audio Tour

Knossos Palace ruins with ancient stone structures in Crete, Greece.
Knossos Palace ruins with tourists on a self-guided audio tour in English, French, and Italian.
Knossos Palace archaeological site with visitors exploring the King's chamber in Crete, Greece.
Knossos Palace ruins with ancient columns and frescoes, Crete, Greece.

Explore the labyrinth of Knossos Palace, the birthplace of Minoan civilization, with an entry e-ticket and insightful self-guided audio tour.

    • Explore Knossos Palace, the largest Bronze Age site on Crete and the ceremonial hub of the Minoan civilization, an absolute feast for history enthusiasts.

    • With the pre-booked e-ticket, dive straight into your journey into the past, find a copy of “Prince of the Lilies” at the South Entrance Corridor and more.

    • The self-guided audio tour, available in 5 languages, lets you discover the beauty and trade secrets of Minoan times.

    • The cupbearers and procession frescoes at the South Propylaeum offer valuable insights into daily life and ceremonies in Minoan Crete.

    • Fun fact: The palace was so large that it could have housed up to 100,000 scrolls, making it potentially one of the largest libraries of the ancient world.

    • E-ticket to Knossos Palace

    • Self-guided audio tour in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian

    • Activation link for audio tour

    • Offline content (text, audio narration, and maps) to avoid roaming charges

    • Live guide

    • Smartphone

    • Headphones

    • Note: App is not compatible with Windows phones

    • Transfers

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from Italy, United Kingdom, United States and over 16 countries have loved this experience
    Triantafillia Boutros

    Triantafillia

    5/5

    Aug, 2024

    Great tour great facilities to purchase a frappe well maintained. Parking near by. Nice info available in front of each site. Only annoying thing is after waiting in line for the bathrooms i discovered I need to pay which is fine 1 euro but i didn't have my purse with me so I lost my spot in line. Post before warning would be helpful I was not the only one.
    Bojana Panić

    Bojana

    5/5

    Aug, 2024

    It's beautiful experience, the rests of the palace is expectible fascinanting, and the audio guide was very interesting and precising. It was very hot, you need to have bottle of water, and closed shoes.
    Ann Ewing Jones

    Ann

    5/5

    Oct, 2024

    As an Art Teacher for 37 years...it was a dream!
    Bardiau Jean François

    Bardiau

    4/5

    Sep, 2024

    The beauty of the site and the history revealed in the various discovery areas
    View original review in French
    Nathaniel Logan Zakaria

    Nathaniel

    5/5

    Aug, 2024

    Incredible history and beautiful scenery.
  • Step Into the labyrinth of history

    Begin your journey into the past with your e-ticket enabling you to dive straight into the exploration of the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete – Knossos Palace. Renowned as the birthplace of the Minoan civilization and the origin of the labyrinth myth, this palace offers an intimate connection to history. Wander through the labyrinth of Knossos, marveling at the throne of King Minos, which incredibly remains intact after thousands of years.

    Unveil the secrets of the Minoan civilization

    Your experience continues with a self-guided audio tour available in English, French, or Italian. This provides an in-depth look into the palace's workrooms, living spaces, and storerooms, unveiling the everyday life, culture, and intricacies of the Minoan civilization. Gain a sense of the grandeur and complexity of this ancient civilization, from its impressive health system to the ornate murals that once adorned its walls. This journey, both immersive and informative, delivers a unique and engaging learning experience.

    The frescoes of cupbearers and processions at the South Propylaeum offer a glimpse into Minoan Crete's aesthetic ideals, showcasing fashion trends, hairstyles, and beauty practices. Explore the West Magazines to understand the palace's sophisticated bureaucracy, early linear writing, and Minoan trade networks. At the South Entrance Corridor, view the "Prince of the Lilies" replica and enjoy the scenic view of Mount Juktas. Don’t miss the Queen’s Megaron with its iconic blue dolphin fresco and insights into Minoan bathing customs.

  • Knossos Palace

    Monday08:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:45 PM
    Tuesday08:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:45 PM
    Wednesday08:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:45 PM
    Thursday08:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:45 PM
    Friday08:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:45 PM
    Saturday08:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:45 PM
    Sunday08:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:45 PM
  • What to bring

    • Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible from the entrance of the Palace up to the Central Court.

    Additional information

    • It’s recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

    • Ages 17 and younger are not permitted.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at Knossos Palace.

    • Address: Knossos 714 09, Greece.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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