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Explore Minoan frescoes at Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Learn about Crete's prehistory, sculpture, bronze, pottery, and 5000-year-old artifacts. Discover exhibits like "Snake Goddess" and "Phaistos Disk."
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Statues and sculptures inside Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete, Greece.
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  • Get entry to a world of artifacts, history and precious Minoan art at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

  • Explore exhibits like the “Snake Goddess”, the Phaistos Disk, Mino’s ring, and more.

  • Travel back in time to learn about the history and prehistory of Crete through the period rooms.

  • Pay close attention to the sculptures, bronze work, pottery, and other artifacts as they reveal details of a civilization that existed 5000 years ago.

  • Upgrade to an audio guide and learn more about age old frescos from the Minoan period that are preserved at the museum.

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  • Get entry to a world of artifacts, history and precious Minoan art at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

  • Explore exhibits like the “Snake Goddess”, the Phaistos Disk, Mino’s ring, and more.

  • Travel back in time to learn about the history and prehistory of Crete through the period rooms.

  • Pay close attention to the sculptures, bronze work, pottery, and other artifacts as they reveal details of a civilization that existed 5000 years ago.

  • Upgrade to an audio guide and learn more about age old frescos from the Minoan period that are preserved at the museum.

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€27
Slide 1 of 7, Heraklion Archaeological Museum entrance with banners displaying sculptures and frescoes.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum entrance with banners displaying sculptures and frescoes.
Explore at your pace
Audio guide
  • Follow a clear path through the museum as curated stops highlight the most important pieces, so you make the most of your time inside.

  • Present your ticket on arrival and walk straight into the museum, beginning your visit in the first galleries at a pace that suits you.

  • Your access covers all museum sections plus an English tour on your smartphone, offline text and maps, and time to explore independently.

  • Follow the on-screen stories to connect highlights like the Minoan frescoes and the Phaistos Disk as you move between rooms and build your own route.

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  • Follow a clear path through the museum as curated stops highlight the most important pieces, so you make the most of your time inside.

  • Present your ticket on arrival and walk straight into the museum, beginning your visit in the first galleries at a pace that suits you.

  • Your access covers all museum sections plus an English tour on your smartphone, offline text and maps, and time to explore independently.

  • Follow the on-screen stories to connect highlights like the Minoan frescoes and the Phaistos Disk as you move between rooms and build your own route.

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€31.50
Slide 1 of 11, Knossos Palace ruins and Heraklion Archaeological Museum entrance in Crete.
Knossos Palace ruins and Heraklion Archaeological Museum entrance in Crete.
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Audio guide
  • Discover the history of two of the top historical attractions in Crete – the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the Knossos Palace.

  • With an in-depth English audio guide – downloadable onto your smartphone – this is definitely a hassle-free and informative way to visit two outstanding locations.

  • At the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, you'll see exquisite pieces of Cretan art, prehistory, and history, over 5,500 years old from the Neolithic period to Roman times.

  • Some significant exhibits include Phaistos Disc, Snake Goddess, Stone Bull's Head Rhyton, and much more.

  • Move through the corridors of the once-luxurious Knossos Palace, explore the South Propylaeum – showcasing everyday life in ancient times – and learn about the Minoan economy and trade networks at the West Magazines.

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  • Discover the history of two of the top historical attractions in Crete – the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the Knossos Palace.

  • With an in-depth English audio guide – downloadable onto your smartphone – this is definitely a hassle-free and informative way to visit two outstanding locations.

  • At the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, you'll see exquisite pieces of Cretan art, prehistory, and history, over 5,500 years old from the Neolithic period to Roman times.

  • Some significant exhibits include Phaistos Disc, Snake Goddess, Stone Bull's Head Rhyton, and much more.

  • Move through the corridors of the once-luxurious Knossos Palace, explore the South Propylaeum – showcasing everyday life in ancient times – and learn about the Minoan economy and trade networks at the West Magazines.

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€59

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Eyal K

Israel
Couple
Sep 2026

+1 more

Using the audio guide app at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum was a fantastic experience that really enhanced our visit. The commentary was delightfully concise and focused perfectly on the museum’s main highlights. It kept us engaged without feeling overwhelmed by too much information. Our only minor challenge was occasionally struggling to locate the exact artifacts mentioned in the audio. Clearer visual cues or display numbers in the app would make this otherwise excellent tool absolute perfection.

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Eileen S

Canada
Couple
3 weeks ago
We had just completed a tour of Knossos so this followup visit to the museum displaying the actual archeological finds was a real treat. I did find I had to put the directions "on repeat" a few times to locate the correct exhibit.

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Martin H

United Kingdom
Group
3 weeks ago
A wonderful museum. My wife and I were here 56 years ago. The old museum was pretty good, the refurbished museum is a glory. The Minoan artefacts and frescos are a wondrous window on that extraordinary first European civilization.

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Serge B

France
Couple
Sep 2026
Very interesting visit to the Palace of Knossos. The site has archaeological treasures, and the Minoan civilization was advanced for its time.

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David B

United States
Couple
Sep 2026
It was ueful to have pre-booked tickets to avoind the long lines as well as the audio tour. I would recommend this to anyone who want a hassled free experience.

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