RETHYMNO - KNOSSOS PALACE MUSEUM

This excursion takes you straight to the heart of the Minoan Crete. The palace of Knossos was the prosperous Minoan Capital and the residence of the legendary King Minos.

The ruins were discovered in the late 19th century and a massive excavation and partial reconstruction brought to light an enormous complex of over a 1000 interlocking rooms, which is probably the source of the well known legend of the labyrinth. During the excavations, a large number of objects were found and today are exposed in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion our next sightseeing place of this ttrip.

Here you will be able to admire the beautiful decorated pottery, delicate jewellery and semi - precious stones, parts of the colourful frescos and a variety of items used by kings and common people that will give to each visitor the extent of progress, achieved by one of the most importnat European Civilazations.

After the guided visit in Museum ends, a free time is available to explore Heraklion city centre , you can make your shopping in the vast array of shops, browse through the plenty places of coffee and food or sightseeing at the Venetian Harbor with its many fishing boats. In alla cases you will enjoy yourselves. 

 

The price does not include:

• The entrance to Knossos Palace (15 Euro) or the combined ticket to Knossos Palace and the Archaeological Museum (20 Euro)