Combo: Knossos Palace & Heraklion Archaeological Museum Tickets with Audio Guides

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| Heraklion, Greece

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Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Wheelchair accessible

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.

Entry to Knossos Palace
Entry to Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Audio tours for both the Palace and Museum, available on your smartphone (Android and iOS)
Offline content, including text, audio narration, and maps for both audio tours
Valid for 3 days (only one visit per site is allowed in the 3-day period)

Live Guide
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drinks
Hotel transfers and transportation
App is incompatible with Windows phones

Audio guide: Bring a charged smartphone and headphones, as the audio guide is available in English and German.
Audio guide: Ensure you have at least 350 MB of free storage on your phone to download the audio guide.
Audio guide: The audio guide is incompatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, and iPad Mini 1st generation.
Audio guide: Download the ticket and audio guide in advance while connected to Wi-Fi, as mobile signal strength at the site may be unreliable.
Audio guide: After booking, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to access and download your audio tour—check your spam folder if you don't see it.
Concession eligibility: Non-EU citizens below 18 and EU Citizens below 25 have free entry. Free entry ticket collection process on site may take long due to queues.
Concession eligibility: Senior citizens: Individuals over 65 years old from Greece or other EU member states are eligible for a reduced admission fee upon presenting a valid ID or passport.
Concession eligibility: Persons with disabilities: Individuals with an 80% disability or more, regardless of nationality, and one escort (if applicable) can access free admission upon presenting a valid disability certificate along with their ID or passport.
Concession eligibility: Greek citizens (special categories): Greek families with many children (with children up to 25 years old, or any age if they have disabilities) are eligible for free admission upon presenting a valid large family certificate and disability certificate (if applicable). Greek unemployed citizens can also receive free admission with a valid unemployment card and ID.
Additional information: With timed entry at Knossos Palace , be sure to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to ensure you're on time. After visiting the Palace, you can explore the archaeological site and the museum at your own pace.
Additional information: Maximize your visit by following the recommended schedule: Knossos at 8am , followed by the Heraklion Archaeological Museum at 1pm .
Additional information: Your Heraklion Museum entry is scheduled 5 hours after your Knossos tour begins: 8am tour → 1pm entry, 9am tour → 2pm entry, 10am tour → 3pm entry, 11am tour → 4pm entry.
Additional information: Wear comfortable shoes to both attractions. Comfortable clothing, a hat, and sunscreen during the hot summer months would help during a visit to the Knossos Palace.
Additional information: If you have mobility issues, stick to the main pathways in Knossos. About half of the site is accessible, but the ruins can get tricky in rougher areas. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Additional information: Carry a photo ID such as a passport, government ID, or a driver’s license.
Additional information: Suitcases or trolleys are not allowed inside Knossos or the museum.
Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Show your ticket at Palace of Knossos.
Address: Xanthoudidou 2 Str.
The closest bus stop is Knossos Bus Stop. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the attraction.
Board bus 2 to get you there.

Your experience

Prepare to visit two of the top archaeological attractions of Crete – the Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Enjoy a captivating self-guided audioguide tour at both locations.