Embark on an exhilarating journey to Knossos, the most renowned historical site in Crete using a pre-acquired e-Ticket, an engaging audio tour accessible via your phone, and a comprehensive map of the location. Explore the magnificent center of the Minoan civilization, situated 5 km towards the south of Heraklion, and be mesmerized by the emotionally charged backdrop comprising imposing ruins and the vivid frescoes, revitalized through a fascinating commentary that reveals different aspects of the Minoan society.

This is a unique chance and a once-in-a-lifetime experience to explore the heart of the Minoan existence and the most thoroughly excavated palace from that period. You’ll learn about and appreciate the everyday life and tradition of the Minoans and engage with your environment in a novel way.

• This is a combination of a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (accessible through our app) and an entry ticket for the Knossos.
• No live guide or meeting point provide
• You will receive an email from the local supplier with important ticket & audio instructions.
• An Android (version 5.0 and later) 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
• From 1st of April to 31st of October senior citizens over 65 from Greece or other EU member-states and the European Economic Area, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin.
• From 1st of April to 31st of October Non-EU citizens, between 6 to 25 years old, upon presentation of their passport, are entitled to 50% reduced admission. However, they have to wait in line.
• EU citizens aged 0-25 are entitled to have free admission tickets. However, they have to wait in line to show ID card or passport.
• Booking requests received between 17.00-8.59 am will be served the next morning from 9.00 am.
• You will need storage space on your phone (100-150 MB)
• Viator voucher is not your entry ticket and is not accepted at the site
• Download the ticket(s) & audio tour while on WiFi prior to your visit - no wifi/4G on-site
• Tickets need to be either printed or downloaded on your phone. Ticket(s) will be sent 24 hours prior to your visit
• Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged & that you bring your earphones
• The archaeological site of Knossos is extensive and open so the visitors should wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen and take a hat and a bottle of water.
• The archaeological site of Knossos is open: from 1st April until 31 October daily: 08:00 - 20:00 and from 1st November until 31 March daily:08:00- 17:00
• Due to the touristic affluence, it is advised to start your visit early in the morning