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Crete: Knossos Palace Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide - Entering with the timed phone ticket
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Crete: Knossos Palace Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

1.Crete: Knossos Palace Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 2,251 reviews · 1 day · from $30Our pick

Visit Crete’s Knossos Palace with a timed entry ticket sent to your phone. Walk through Minoan courtyards, storerooms, living areas, murals, and the throne room at your own speed. Add a self-guided audio tour in English, Italian, French, or Spanish, but bring headphones and expect to navigate the stops yourself.

“You get a lot of informations about ancient life and the culture”

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Knossos: Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Walking Tour - Priority entry, but not a private entrance
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Knossos: Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Walking Tour

2.Knossos: Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,380 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $104

Explore Knossos Palace with a licensed English-speaking guide, priority entry, and a small-group format. Guides such as Akrivi, Katerina, and Georgios bring Minoan archaeology, mythology, architecture, and recent discoveries together. Choose early or late timing to avoid the worst heat and crowds, or add Heraklion hotel transport and a 1:30 PM Archaeological Museum tour.

“Our guide was great and we really enjoyed her extensive knowledge of Knossoss. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Crete: Knossos Palace & Heraklion Guided Tour - From your resort to the palace
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Crete: Knossos Palace & Heraklion Guided Tour

3.Crete: Knossos Palace & Heraklion Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,127 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $35

Spend two hours with a licensed guide at Knossos, then explore Heraklion for three hours, including its archaeological museum, market, Venetian Loggia, Morosini Fountain, and Koules Fortress. Pickup runs from selected resorts, with English, French, and German tours on set days. Guide Vangelis is among the guides praised for bringing Minoan history to life.

“This was our second trip with Alitina and it was excellent. The guide, Vangelis was clear, very well informed and brought to life the history of Knossos palace. we really enjoyed the grandeur and surroundings of the palace and the fascinating Greek mythology. we also enjoyed the tour of Heralkion city, it's market and shops. would thoroughly recommend this trip, everything run to time with sufficient time to enjoy the sites.”

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Crete: Knossos Palace and Museum E-Tickets with Audio Guides - Starting at Knossos at 08:00 or 10:00
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Crete: Knossos Palace and Museum E-Tickets with Audio Guides

4.Crete: Knossos Palace and Museum E-Tickets with Audio Guides

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 828 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $69

This self-guided combo ticket pairs Knossos Palace with the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. You receive timed entry for both sites and, if selected, audio tours in English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian. Expect 4 to 6 hours of Minoan art, palace ruins, myths, Roman-era objects, and flexible sightseeing without a group guide or transport.

“This was a pleasant experience. We did Heraklion museum first and then Knossos in the late afternoon. Audio tour was informative and easy to understand.”

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Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket & Private Guided Tour - Meeting your guide at the palace entrance
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Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket & Private Guided Tour

5.Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket & Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 633 reviews · 1.5 hours

Meet a licensed archaeologist at Knossos Palace for a 1.5-hour private tour in English, German, Italian, Russian, or Greek. Your pre-booked ticket gets you past the ticket queue while your guide explains Minoan life, palace design, excavation, myth, and restoration. Vangelis, Stella, and Manos are among the guides praised for clear, engaging tours.

“We really enjoyed learning about the Minoan civilization and the Knossos palace. Great tour!”

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Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket (Shared Tour Group) - What the guide adds to the archaeology
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Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket (Shared Tour Group)

6.Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket (Shared Tour Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 284 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107Top rated

Spend 90 minutes at Knossos Palace with a licensed English-speaking guide and entry ticket included. Guides such as Akrivi, Katarina, Yorgos, and Giorgos explain the site’s myths, archaeology, frescoes, royal rooms, storage areas, and water systems. Groups can reach 22 people, with headsets supplied for groups of more than six.

“We had an exceptional tour with Akrivi, she gave us insights into the meanings behind the myths. She also gave us an incredible history of the site and how it was utilized over time. Akrivi is so knowledgeable and kind. She showed us pictures on her phone to help augment her narrativr. She answered all of our questions and kept us in the shade due to the heat. This is an incredible tour, thank you!”

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From Rethymno: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Guided Tour - Reconstructed architecture and what you are really seeing
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From Rethymno: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Guided Tour

7.From Rethymno: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 240 reviews · 10 hours · from $35

Spend 10 hours traveling from Rethymno to Knossos Palace and Heraklion by air-conditioned coach. Guide Anastasia is often praised for her stories, clear explanations, and language skills. Expect a guided Knossos visit, about four hours in Heraklion, hotel pickup, and extra fees for both major sights.

“Exactly or even better than advertised on the ‘box’. Great driver and guide, Costa and Anastasia, they were knowledgeable and personable in equal measure. Thank you for a great day.”

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Knossos Palace & Heraklion Full-Day Tour from Chania Area - The journey from Chania starts early
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Knossos Palace & Heraklion Full-Day Tour from Chania Area

8.Knossos Palace & Heraklion Full-Day Tour from Chania Area

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 235 reviews · 9 - 11 hours · from $57

Travel from the Chania area to Knossos with an English, German, or French-speaking guide. Hear Minoan myths from guides such as Jo, Joanne, and Manoli, tour the palace, visit Heraklion’s museum, and enjoy free time for lunch and shopping. The long bus ride is comfortable, but the schedule leaves limited time in Heraklion.

“Really comfortable coach, very friendly guides and lots of activities!”

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Heraklion: Palace of Knossos 3D Virtual Audio Tour by Tablet - Walking the Palace of Knossos at your own pace
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Heraklion: Palace of Knossos 3D Virtual Audio Tour by Tablet

9.Palace of Knossos 3D Virtual Audio Tour by Tablet

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 230 reviews · 1h 30m · from $22Best value

At the Palace of Knossos, collect a mini iPad with a sun shield, strap, headphones, and 3D reconstruction. Walk independently for about 75 to 90 minutes while comparing the ruins with their proposed ancient form. Audio is available in eight languages. The palace admission fee is extra.

“After a few hiccups we figured out how to use the tablet and navigate the site. The people who explained things to us were fabulous. They went above and beyond what was expected. They helped us navigate entry to Knossos Palace on a crazy busy day. Much appreciated!”

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Knossos Palace & Heraklion Full-Day Tour from Rethymno Areas - Two hours at the Palace of Knossos
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Knossos Palace & Heraklion Full-Day Tour from Rethymno Areas

10.Knossos Palace & Heraklion Full-Day Tour from Rethymno Areas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 197 reviews · 5 - 10 hours · from $25

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Rethymno to Knossos and Heraklion. You can choose guided visits, with guides such as George, Sofia, Anastasia, or Antreas leading the day in English, French, or German. Allow extra cash for the €20 Knossos and €12 museum tickets, and expect a long day with free time for lunch, shopping, and the old town.

“We had a lovely time visiting Heraklion for a few hours and then Knossos Palace, our tour guide George was brilliant, we have now been on two trips with him and wow he is so good at his job, very knowledgable, very polite and informative and so so friendly. Overall really pleasant experience!!”

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Chania/Rethymno: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour - Pickup from Chania and Rethymno hotels
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Chania/Rethymno: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour

11.Chania/Rethymno: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 152 reviews · 8 hours · from $29

Ride from your Rethymno or Chania hotel to Knossos and Heraklion for an eight-hour introduction to Minoan Crete. You’ll have about two hours at the palace, time at the archaeological museum, and free time downtown. English-speaking escorts may include Adonis, Manos, or Caterina, but entrance fees and formal site guiding cost extra.

“The entire trip was well arranged and the guide was excellent and had good knowledge of the places we visited. Great and lovely experience!”

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PRIVATE-Knossos Palace-Zeus Cave-Olive Oil Tasting-Old Villages - Mochos, where the day slows down
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PRIVATE-Knossos Palace-Zeus Cave-Olive Oil Tasting-Old Villages

12.PRIVATE-Knossos Palace-Zeus Cave-Olive Oil Tasting-Old Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $138

Spend 7 to 8 hours with a private driver-guide exploring Knossos, Zeus Cave, Lasithi Plateau, Mochos, Krasi, and an olive oil press. Ed, Nikos, or another local guide leads the day, with coffee, water, olive oil, and raki tastings included. Lunch and entrance fees cost extra.

“What a magnificent tour!!! Mike our driver and Ed our guide were like a couple of comedians that showed us the real Crete. From the largest plateau on the island to village life, olive oil making, strawberry picking and the usual tourist sites, it made for a memorable day. Highlight of the day was the superb lunch we had where we tasted the best of Italian home cooking and the famous distilled wine Zaki! If you are thinking of booking this your do not hesitate!!”

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Crete: Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau Day Tour - Pickup from the northern coast
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Crete: Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau Day Tour

13.Crete: Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 70 reviews · 12 hours · from $56

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Crete’s northern resorts to the Lassithi Plateau, Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, Tzermiado, and Knossos Palace. A live English, German, or French-speaking guide explains Minoan myths, Byzantine traditions, and local life. The $56 price covers transport and guiding, but entrance fees and optional lunch cost extra.

“Prelievo puntualissimo, all'orario concordato. Guida competente. Itinerario ben definito. Prezzo che potrebbe includere almeno il monastero, non menzionato nell'itinerario, il cui costo di ingresso è 2€”

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Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour - Meeting at the entrance and getting started
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Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour

14.Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Walk through Knossos Palace in a small group with a licensed English-speaking guide. You’ll see the Throne of Minos, House of the Frescoes, domestic quarters, and maze-like courtyards while guides such as Akrivi, Joanna, Josh, and Georgios connect Minoan life with familiar myths.

“Our tour guide was great - very enthusiastic and interesting. The use of the headsets allowed us to listen and learn while looking around. The tour guide did a good job relating myths and Minoan life to modern times.”

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E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty - The Throne Room and the question of who ruled here
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E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty

15.E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 58 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Visit Knossos Palace with an adult entry ticket and a downloadable smartphone audio tour. You set your own pace while learning about the Throne Room, Tripartite Shrine, North Lustral Area, Minoan beliefs, and Arthur Evans’s reconstruction. Download everything before arriving, since the site has no Wi-Fi or reliable mobile connection.

“We ha a lovely time visiting the ruin. I found the frescos and the how much of the city was so preserved absolutely beautiful. The audio tour was very informative and I enjoyed it thoroughly.”

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