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Palace of Knossos

The largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and center of Minoan civilization. Dating to 2000 BC, it is famous for the legend of King Minos, the Labyrinth, and the Minotaur.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Jan 20, 2026

Entrance Fee

Adult
15 EUR~15.0 $
Child
8 EUR~8.0 $
Student
8 EUR~8.0 $
Senior
8 EUR~8.0 $

Combo ticket with Heraklion Museum available. Free on Sundays Nov-Mar

Best Time to Visit

Early morning (8-10 AM) or late afternoon to avoid crowds and heat. Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) offer ideal weather.

Official Website

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Partial
Audio guide
Available
Staff assistance
Available

Facilities & Services

restrooms
gift shop
cafe
parking
guided tours
information

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Allow about 2 hours to properly explore the site. A guided tour takes approximately 90 minutes.

Absolutely yes. The site has minimal signage, and a guide brings the myths and history to life.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather8°
87%55 м/с
Todayweather8°4°
Tomorrowweather7°5°
Friweather9°5°
Satweather9°4°
Sunweather11°6°
Monweather9°4°
Tueweather6°3°
15°
9°Jan
16°
9°Feb
17°
10°Mar
20°
12°Apr
24°
16°May
28°
20°Jun
29°
23°Jul
29°
23°Aug
27°
20°Sep
24°
18°Oct
20°
14°Nov
17°
11°Dec
Water temperature
16°
15°
16°
17°
20°
23°
25°
26°
25°
23°
20°
18°

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