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Knossos Palace Archaeological Site E-Ticket with Audio Tour

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Tourists exploring the ancient ruins of Knossos Palace Archaeological Site, Crete, with their entry tickets
Tourists exploring the ancient ruins of Knossos Palace Archaeological Site, a unique day trip experience in Crete, Greece
Guests at Knossos Palace

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

Highlights

  • 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.

Inclusions

  • 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

Exclusions

  • Live guide

  • Smartphone

  • Headphones

  • Note: App is not compatible with Windows phones

  • Transfers

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Guests from Italy, France, United States and over 24 countries have loved this experience
ISNEL Françoise

Isnel

3/5

Sep, 2024

The audio guide is not very specific about directions, which makes it difficult to find the right places on the site.
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VIAUD Yannick

Viaud

4/5

Sep, 2024

Ticket reservations are a real plus for avoiding the queues. On the other hand, and this only applies to the archeological site, there's a serious lack of precise directions for visiting the site.
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LUCIA FUSI

Lucia

3/5

Sep, 2024

I had difficulty following the route as indicated by the audio guide. I often had to go back Excluding audio guide the ruins are beautiful Thank you greetings Lucia
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Chritiaan Verhoeven

Chritiaan

3/5

Sep, 2024

The fact that this civilization possessed so much technology and knowledge in thick 1000 B.C. Unimaginable and beyond comprehension..Antiquity surprises us again and again...what clever architecture
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Manon Dubuc

Manon

4/5

Sep, 2024

Well organized. We didn't wait because we have our e-tickets. We previousley down-loaded the audioguide and it helped a lot.

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 - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:15 PM
Tuesday08:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:15 PM
Wednesday08:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:15 PM
Thursday08:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:15 PM
Friday08:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:15 PM
Saturday08:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:15 PM
Sunday08:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:15 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 instantly.

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

  • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

  • Show your ticket at Knossos Palace.

  • Address: Knossos 714 09, Greece.

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