- Heraklion Archaeological Museum - Explore the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the second largest in Greece, following the Museum of Athens. The tour starts with the earliest artifacts from Crete dating back to 6000 BC, followed by the renowned Minoan palaces of Knossos, Festos, Mallia, and Zakros. The journey continues with items from cemeteries, shrines, and homes, concluding with the Minoan frescoes of Knossos.
- Cathedral of St. Minas - The Agios Minas Cathedral is a Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Heraklion, Greece, and serves as the seat of the Archbishop of Crete.
- Church of Agios Titos - The Church of Saint Titus, or Agios Titos, in Heraklion is a significant monument in the town’s center.
- Morosini Fountain (Lion’s Fountain) - Visit Lions Square and the Morosini Fountain in Heraklion.
- Castello del Molo (Koules) - This impressive fortress surrounds the harbor of Heraklion, Crete.
- Venetian Loggia - Town Hall - The Loggia, derived from the Italian word for “lodge,” is one of the most important buildings from the Venetian period in Crete.
- Professional Escort/Guide
- VAT and all legal taxes included
- Mpougatsa & Raki Tasting
- Pick up-drop off transfer
- Entrance fees to ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM (Reduced 6€/ Full 12€)
- Gratuities
- Anything that is not specified in the program as included
- Entrance fees to Rocca a Mare (Reduced 1€/ Full 2€)
See the second-largest archeological museum in Greece, the Museum of Athens, in Heraklion. The journey starts with an introduction of the oldest discoveries made in Crete, which date back to 6000 BC. Next, it visits the most notable Minoan palaces, Knossos, Festos, Mallia, and Zakros.
The trip culminates with the Minoan frescoes of Knossos, after which items from graves, shrines, and homes are displayed. At around 10.30, after our visit to the Archaeological Museum, we will begin our exploration of Heraklion’s old city center.
Visit Heraklion’s main sites with your knowledgeable tour guide; take in its fabled churches, fountains, and monuments, such as Saint Minas Cathedral in Lion’s Square, where you can sample traditional Cretan raki and mpougatsa. Proceed to Kule’s Fortress, Heraklion Town Hall, Tito’s Church, and
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