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Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour
Heraklion, Crete
1 hour 30 minutes
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What You Will Do
Guided Walking Tour of the Palace of Knossos (90 Minutes)
Join a shared tour led by a professional, licensed guide and explore the legendary Palace of Knossos—home to King Minos, the Labyrinth, and the Minotaur. Discover Crete’s 4,000-year-old Minoan civilization and admire its stunning wall paintings.
Meeting Point: Main entrance of the Palace of Knossos, near the Ticket Office. Look for a guide holding a sign with the "Meeting Point - WeGuide.gr" logo.
Skip-the-Line Ticket Assistance: Our check-in operator will help you purchase your ticket and skip the lines.
Not Included: Entrance tickets to the Palace of Knossos.
Best Time to Visit: In summer (June–August), opt for a 5:00 PM tour to avoid the heat and crowds for a more comfortable experience.
Join a shared tour led by a professional, licensed guide and explore the legendary Palace of Knossos—home to King Minos, the Labyrinth, and the Minotaur. Discover Crete’s 4,000-year-old Minoan civilization and admire its stunning wall paintings.
Meeting Point: Main entrance of the Palace of Knossos, near the Ticket Office. Look for a guide holding a sign with the "Meeting Point - WeGuide.gr" logo.
Skip-the-Line Ticket Assistance: Our check-in operator will help you purchase your ticket and skip the lines.
Not Included: Entrance tickets to the Palace of Knossos.
Best Time to Visit: In summer (June–August), opt for a 5:00 PM tour to avoid the heat and crowds for a more comfortable experience.
What's Included?
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
- Skip-the-line service lets you avoid ticket counter queues purchase by your check in operator
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee for Adults 18+
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Upon arrival to the Palace of Knossos, skip the long line for the tickets and enter the Archeological Site of Knossos ! Just round the corner after the ticket booth of Knossos you will see the Coffee shop our staff will be holding a sign of "WeGuide.gr - Meeting Point" ( NOT at the Guides booth )
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WeGuide.gr - Meeting point for guided tours
1 hour 30 minutes
Join a small group tour led by a licensed guide. Explore the ancient Palace of Knossos—walk through the royal residence and see the throne of the Minoan king. Admire the House of the Frescoes and its vibrant wall paintings. Discover the fascinating history of the Minoan Civilization, considered the oldest in Europe. Good to know: Free parking is available near the palace. Entrance ticket required: General admission is €20. We offer a Skip-the-Line service to avoid queuing at the ticket booth.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Business Management Services L.P.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meet our check-in operator near the archaeological site's entrance, by the ticket booth. Your guide will hold a sign with the “Meeting Point - WeGuide.gr” logo
- Arrival Time: Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled tour. Tours start promptly, with no exceptions for late arrivals.
- Please check your location before booking! Knossos Palace is just 5 km (20 min) from Heraklion port/airport — very convenient. It’s not convenient from Chania (Souda port or CHQ airport) — it's 140 km away (2.5 hrs by car). We are based in Heraklion
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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