Unforgettable Knossos: Skip-Line Minoan Palace Audio Tour
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Enjoy an exciting visit to Knossos, Crete’s most famous historical attraction with a time-slotted 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-coloured frescoes come alive through an engaging narrative that sheds light upon various elements of Minoan culture. It is an opportunity and a lifetime experience to visit the core of the Minoan life and the best-excavated palace of this era. You will discover the daily life and culture of the Minoans and originally relate to your surroundings.
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Sandra_G, 9/22/2023 1:24:28 AM
My audio stopped working after a few minutes. I contacted the company to get a refund and they said they would refund to the card that I used to purchase the tour. I sent back an email right away to say that I have a new credit card number, but I have heard nothing back. I tried to add my new card number on my Viator profile, but that page says " not available ".
Janet_M, 6/30/2023 2:05:28 AM
Just get ticket not audiotour. It was a waste. Followed the hundred directions and had audiotour working before we went to the site and then nothing once there. Have a new iPhone and older android neither worked at site. Although line was long it moved better then WC line Just get tickets tours there if you must. Not worth the trouble
Diane D, 6/5/2023 4:27:56 AM
The overall site & visit was pretty amazing! The Queen’s area & some other areas were closed which was not noted at the entrance. The audio tour directions. therefore we’re sometimes difficult to follow. My friends especially enjoyed the written sections included in the audio tour. They felt these were more informative than the written plaques at the site.
734teirat, 5/27/2023 12:34:50 PM
It is an excellent site. The audio tour was very informative. There were sections that were closed off and thus the audio tour did not match. This was a little frustrating.
craig201, 5/20/2023 11:57:43 PM
You've heard about it - if you've come to Crete you have to check this famous site out. It gets lots of visitors but the site is large so it didn't feel too crowded once the entry ticket is purchased. Lots of fascinating history and entertaining peacocks!
DayTrip40814051745, 10/19/2022 2:13:40 AM
An interesting tourist site. Well worth a visit. Parking is a challenge however manageable. Definitely worth buying online tickets before with an audio guide. We are out of season and the queue was still an hour long. With e-tickets we walked straight in
ANIKA68, 8/22/2022 8:22:02 AM
For all those interested in History, Archeology and Greece Myths this is a must-see site. Yes, over 100-year old “excavations and preservation” works conducted by Sir Arthur Evans are controversial today, but the is where you see this is not black and white. The tour guide (Poppy ?) was very knowledgeable and professional. It’s not easy to care for a buss of people in 90 degrees and share every detail of this archeological site, but she did it!
Theresa_R, 7/31/2022 9:46:15 AM
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.
Kimberly_W, 5/29/2022 3:54:07 AM
The tickets and guide audio are texted and emailed immediately upon booking. Very user friendly. You can go at any time and skip the line into Knossos. Highly recommend this. We stayed about an hour although the audio is longer. It’s a great option if you want to see the ruins but not spend a full half day with a live guide. We enjoyed this trip a lot
Josephine_T, 3/28/2022 5:29:17 AM
Had an amazing time trotting around the ancient palace. The audio guide was really useful in helping me discover the most important elements and stories behind this amazing place! The booking and ticketing process were seamless. Highly recommend this experience.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
- Please be aware that there may be long queues at the entrance, so you might need to wait before entering.
- Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged and that you bring your headphones
Departure point
There is no meeting point, so no live guide will accompany you. The audio tour starts at the main entrance of the Palace of Knossos.Return details
Enjoy an exciting visit to Knossos, Crete’s most famous historical attraction with a time-slotted 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-coloured frescoes come alive through an engaging narrative that sheds light upon various elements of Minoan culture. It is an opportunity and a lifetime experience to visit the core of the Minoan life and the best-excavated palace of this era. You will discover the daily life and culture of the Minoans and originally relate to your surroundings.Redemption
Please note: This voucher is NOT your entry ticket. You will receive your official entry ticket from Clio Muse Tours the evening before your visit. Your self-guided audio tour is now confirmed! Internet access is unavailable at Knossos Palace, so prior to your visit and while you have wifi access, download your e-ticket, app and audio tour for offline use. Ensure your smartphone is fully charged & bring your headphones. The tour begins just after the entrance to the archaeological site of Knossos (Knossos 714 09, Greece). No live guide will escort you and no extra equipment (smartphone, headphones, etc.) will be provided. In case you need any assistance, contact us at support@cliomuseapp.com Enjoy!Less than hours before travel date - 0% refund