Step back 4,000 years into the heart of the Minoan civilization at the legendary Palace of Knossos. As you wander through the ancient ruins and reconstructed chambers, you can almost hear the echoes of myths, including the famous tale of the Minotaur in his labyrinth. The site is a sprawling open-air complex, so wear comfortable shoes to explore the layered structures and vibrant frescoes under the Cretan sun. It’s a captivating journey into a peaceful and advanced ancient world, bringing history to life right before your eyes.

TicketsFull: €20, Reduced: €10
In order to purchase tickets online for the archeological site of Knossos visit the official e-ticketing service of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports at www.etickets.tap.gr
Special ticket package: Full: €20, Reduced: €10

Free admission days

6 March (in memory of Melina Mercouri)

18 April (International Monuments Day)

18 May (International Museums Day)

The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days)

28 October

 Open

Winter:
Every day
From the 1rst of November : 08.30-17.00 (last admission 16:45)
Summer:
Every day
from 1-4: 08:00 – 20:00 (last admission 19:45)
from 1-9: 08.00-19.30 (last admission 19:15)
from 16-9 08.00-19.00 (last admission 18:45)
from 1-10: 08.00-18.30 (last admission 18:15)
from 16-10: 08.00-18.00 (last admission 17:45)

Holidays

1 January: closed

25 March: closed

Good Friday: 12:00-17:00

Holy Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00

Easter Sunday: closed

15 August: 08:00 - 20:00

28 October: 08:30 - 15:00

25 December: closed

26 December: closed

Celebration of labour day: closed