Palace of Knossos - Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds
★5.0(11)
Starting from 106.67 USD
Duration: 1h 30m
Confirmation: INSTANT
Free cancellation available
Explore Crete and Visit the Legendary Palace of Knossos
Step into the heart of Minoan civilization by visiting the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital of Minoan Crete. Uncover the mysteries of one of the world’s earliest and most fascinating civilizations. Though Knossos and other Minoan sites were excavated in the late 19th century, this Bronze Age culture still keeps many secrets hidden—like a real-life labyrinth of myth and history.
Reserve your skip-the-line ticket and enjoy a 90-minute guided walking tour of Knossos Palace with a licensed expert guide. Avoid the crowds and head straight to the entrance—no waiting in line.
Please arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled start time.
This is a shared group tour. The tour will begin promptly at the designated time and cannot be delayed for any reason.
Important: Starting times are strictly observed. No exceptions can be made.
What's included
Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Guided Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry, you join a small group for a guided walking tour through the palace of Knossos.
Our check-in operator will be waiting for you by the ticket booth at Knossos, holding a sign with our "Meeting Point" logo. Check-in begins 20 minutes before the tour start time. Please note that this is a shared group tour, and to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly wish to inform you that entry tickets are reserved for specific time slots. If you arrive after your scheduled time, the tickets unfortunately expire. In that case, we will do our best to assist you with purchasing a new ticket, subject to availability. For those arriving by car: Please allow extra time to find parking. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the tour start time.
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 city center
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
More than 1 days before departure: 100% refundable
1-0 days before departure: 0% refundable
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not reached.
