Enjoy an exciting visit to Knossos, Crete’s most famous historical attraction with a skip-the-line e-ticket, a compelling audio tour downloadable on your phone and a detailed map of the site. Visit the grand capital of Minoan Crete, located 5 km south of Heraklion, and see the evocative setting with the impressive ruins and the brightly-colored frescoes, come alive through an engaging narrative that sheds light upon various elements of Minoan culture.
The cupbearers and procession frescoes at the South Propylaeum depicting scenes from everyday life and the ceremonial activities in Minoan Crete are a great insight into the aesthetic ideals of the time. Follow the evolution of Minoan fashion, learn about the popular hairstyles of the people and discover the beauty products that they used to touch up their look. At the West Magazines, where the storage facilities of the palace are located, you will gain an understanding of the well-organized bureaucracy that supported the palace organization, the earliest forms of linear writing, as well as the Minoan economy and trade networks. Discover the copy of the “Prince of the Lilies” at the South Entrance Corridor and gaze out on Mount Juktas, perfectly framed by the eroded walls of the palace. Visit the Queen’s Megaron decorated with the famous blue dolphins fresco and equipped with a bathroom and a toilet room where you are going to find out everything about the bath habits in the Minoan era
Mengapa anda perlu kunjungi
- Enjoy a hassle-free visit with an entry e-ticket for the Knossos Palace
- Download the app and your audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit
- Meander through the corridors of King Minos’ palace and marvel at the exotic beauty of Minoan frescoes
- Gain valuable insight into the daily lives of ancient Cretans at your own pace
Apa yang disertakan
- Adult entry ticket to the Knossos Palace
- Self-guided audio tour in English on your smartphone (Android & iOS)
- An activation link to access your audio tour
- Offline content (text, audio narration and maps) to avoid roaming charges
Apa yang tidak disertakan
- Live Guide
- Smartphone or headphones
- Food and drinks
- Transportation
- App not compatible with Windows phones
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Maklumat tambahan
This is a combination of an e-ticket for Knossos & a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone
No live guide will accompany you. No AR/VR is included
After booking, you will receive an email from the local supplier, Clio Muse Tours, with further instructions for your tickets and the audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well
An Android or iOS smartphone is required.
The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation