Top 7 Museums in Heraklion

Destination: Heraklion.
Explore Crete and Visit the Legendary Palace of Knossos Step into the heart of Minoan civilization by visiting the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital of Minoan Crete. Uncover the mysteries of one of the world’s earliest and most fascinating civilizations. Though Knossos and other Minoan sites were excavated in the late 19th century, this Bronze Age culture still keeps many secrets hidden—like a real-life labyrinth of myth and history. Reserve your skip-the-line ticket and enjoy a 90-minute guided walking tour of Knossos Palace with a licensed expert guide. Avoid the crowds and head straight to the entrance—no waiting in line. Please arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled start time. This is a shared group tour. The tour will begin promptly at the designated time and cannot be delayed for any reason. Important: Starting times are strictly observed. No exceptions can be made.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Heraklion.
Enjoy seamless access to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum with a pre-booked, time specific admission ticket sent straight to your email for an enriching experience.
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Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Heraklion.
Join our small group (up to 12 pax) with a Licensed Tourist Guide. Visit the Mythical Palace of Knossos of King Minos and Labyrinth home to the Minotaur. Get to know the largest city and Capital of Crete. Next, the Arceological museum of Heraklion, enjoy the fine art and jewelry in one of the most popular Bronze Age museums of Europe. Skip-the-Line Entry for Palace of Knossos only.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Heraklion.
Free Transfer to the palace of Knossos & the Archeological Museum of Heraklion. Only from HERAKLION city ( 3 Khm radius from the city center ). Hotel - port - airport pickup/dropoff. Entry Ticket for Knossos palace & the Archeological Museum of Heraklion. Live Guide ENG speaking - small group up to 8 pax. We meet travelers 30 min before the starting time of the tour
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Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Heraklion.
Guided Tour at the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Step into one of Europe’s most celebrated museums and explore the art, craftsmanship, and culture of the ancient Minoans. Marvel at exquisite jewelry, vibrant frescoes, and rare artifacts from the Bronze Age. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious traveler, this enriching experience is not to be missed!
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Heraklion.
Step back in time with our Knossos Palace & Heraklion Archaeological Museum Tour! Join a small-group walking tour led by a licensed expert guide and uncover the secrets of the ancient Minoan civilization.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Heraklion.
Experience Ancient Crete with time-slotted tickets to Knossos Palace and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, plus two self-guided audio tours. Choose your time slot, receive tickets via email, and download the app to enjoy expert storytelling that brings Crete’s history to life. Use the audio tours anytime—before, during, or after your visit. Follow the Itinerary below, based on your selected time slot. Itinerary: Thursday - Tuesday 08:00 - Knossos 13:30 - Heraklion Museum Wednesday 08:00 - Knossos 13:00 - Heraklion Museum
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Duration: Around 4 hours.