Heraklion Archaeological Museum

About

A central archaeological museum in Heraklion.

Why go

• Gain an understanding and appreciation of the astonishing minoan civilization
• Offers one of the most fascinating journeys into the ancient past of europe

Must try

• Original artifacts from knossos palace
• Minoan frescoes
• Phaistos disc
• Schlangengöttinnen-figuren
• Sarkophag von hagia triada

Pro tips

• Visit the archaeological site of knossos first
• Allow two to three hours
• Buy ticket online in advance
• Visit the museum before knossos

Good to know

• Free for visitors under 25

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (34577 reviews)