Explore the Cretan history: Knossos Palace - Archaeological Museum - Heraklion Town
Activity Description
Explore the magical sights you know from Greek legends and discover the secrets of the Minoan civilization with our professional, licensed guide. Visit the legendary labyrinth palace home to Minos, son of Zeus and Europa.
Knossos Palace is considered to be the 8th world wonder and it’s well deserved. It is one of the most important artifacts of the Minoan civilization. It was almost completely destroyed by the earthquake. However, the reconstruction in the 20th century allows us to see now how it looked in its best days.
Knossos palace is located quite close to Heraklion, so we can’t miss the opportunity to visit it! You’ll see the “lion square” - the main square of the city with the famous Morosini fountain. We’ll visit the museum of Nikos Kazantzakis - one of the greatest authors of Greece. See Venetian fortress, Nowadays, only walls remain there, however, behind that wall is hidden one of the main sights and the most famous point of the city - Heraklion lighthouse.
Knossos Palace
Knossos Palace is considered to be the 8th world wonder and it’s well deserved. It is one of the most important artifacts of the Minoan civilization.
Archaeological Museum
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is one of the oldest and most remarkable museums in Greece, and among the most important museums in Europe.
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum prides itself on its unique Minoan collection, which includes the masterpieces of Minoan art. It is rightly considered the Museum of Minoan Culture par excellence.
Heraklion Town
We will also visit the heart of Crete – its capital, the city of Heraklion. Many interesting sights are waiting for us here:
- Lions Square
- Morosini Fountain
- Venetian Fortress
- St. Titus Cathedral
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Location
Meeting Point
Region: Chania
Address: Chania, Crete
Notes: Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the region of Chania. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation. Pick-up from Rethymno and Heraklion or other cities on Crete upon request.
Point of activity
Region: Knosos, Irakleio