
1 / 5Historical Heraklion City Tour with Knossos Palace, Museum & Old Market
About this activity
This sightseeing tours is one of the standout things to do in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €35 per person. Minoan civilization, the birthplace of West. Enjoy a guided tour in unique Knossos palace and see the best of Heraklion city, a place with so much to see and do !
Heraklion is the capital of Crete and one of the most fascinating and vibrant cities in the Mediterranean with many historical monuments to visit and places to discover. Knossos is one of them, the mythical labyrinth and ancient capital of Minoan Crete, with a history aging more than 5000years ago. Take this tour and combine a visit to the vibrant city center and to the Palace of the Minoan Civilization.
Highlights:
· Discover the Minoan Palace of Knossos and learn more about the most famous archeological site of Crete
· Explore the beautiful city of Heraklion on a walking tour by our Guide
· Wonder around its Venetian Harbor & lively streets in the Old Town
· Visit the Archaeological Museum of the city and admire the exhibits of the island’s 6.000years history (optional, on your own)
· Do your shopping at the lively and noisy old market of Heraklion
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 7 hours.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 1 language.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Heraklion, Crete is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular sightseeing tours slots in Heraklion, Crete sell out.
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