Heraklion Archaeological Museum e-ticket with audio tour

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Explore the Heraklion Archaeological Museum at your own pace with a pre-booked e-ticket and a self-guided audio tour on your smartphone. Download the app and audio tour, and you're ready to start your visit as soon as you arrive.As you move through the galleries, your audio guide will introduce a selection of artefacts spanning more than 5,500 years of Cretan prehistory and history, from the Neolithic period to Roman times.You'll see important exhibits such as the Phaistos Disc, the Snake Goddess, the stone bull's-head rhyton and Minos' ring. You'll also observe well-known Minoan frescoes, including the bull-leaping scene, the Prince of the Lilies and the Ladies in Blue.Through informative audio commentary, you'll hear historical facts alongside lesser-known stories and anecdotes from ancient times. The content is based on detailed research and is designed to keep your visit both engaging and easy to follow.By the end of your visit, you'll have gained valuable insights into one of the oldest and most important museums in Greece dedicated to Minoan culture.
Highlights
- There's a self-guided audio tour on your smartphone to accompany your visit
- The museum's galleries reveal over 5,500 years of Cretan history and prehistory
- It's an engaging way to discover artefacts like the Phaistos Disc and Snake Goddess
- You can enjoy insightful commentary with historical facts and lesser-known anecdotes
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Activity package
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Facilities
mobile
2 hours
Available in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Audio-guided tour
- Downloadable APP
Not included
- Individual headset
- Tour guide
Where you'll meet
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is located in the centre of Heraklion, just a few minutes away from the very crowded Eleftherias Square (Xanthoudidou 2 Str., Τ.Κ. 71202, Heraklion, Crete). You can reach the museum on foot, or by bus or taxi. The audio tour ends in the museum's courtyard.
Operated by
Clio Muse Tours
Important information
Know in advance:
* After booking, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to access and download your audio tour
* Download your ticket and audio tour on WIFI before your visit, as mobile signal may be limited on site
* The audio tour can be used anytime, before or after your visit, and reused as often as you like
* There may be long queues at the entrance, so you might need to wait before entering
* Entry is free for visitors under 18. Reduced tickets for visitors over 65 are only available on-site
* The audio tour is available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German
Remember to bring:
* Your headphones
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