Why choose this tour ?
Experience the minoan treasures of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum at your own pace with a pre-booked e-ticket and audio tour as well as a self-guided tour of the majestic city of Heraklion on your smartphone. Receive your ticket by email, download the app and the audio tours on your phone, prior to your visit, and travel back in time to experience the glory of one of the most visited attractions of Crete, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the historic city of Heraklion. Put on your headphones and explore the Phaistos Disc, Koules and the Morosini Fountain through the power of storytelling and learn historical information and uncommon stories and anecdotes from the ancient times till the fascinating present of the city of Heraklion and its amazing museum. Tours’ content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief original stories that will make your visit both engaging and informative. The audio tours can be used repeatedly and anytime, before or after your visit.
What makes Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket, Audio Guide & City Tour a unique experience ?
The impressive fortress stands at the entrance of the old harbour of the city. The Castello a Mare,built by the Venetians in the 16th century, was the protector of Heraklion and a true architectural wonder of its time. Learn its history and how a fault became the perfect excuse for the Ottomans to conquer Heraklion!
Heraklion had a number of fountains, but the most famous and impressive was the Morosini Fountain or the Lions as the locals call it. The fountain was inaugurated in 1628 and it was a feast for the eyes! The stories will take you back to that period and will reveal to you the magnificent decoration and the fate of the fountain after the ottoman conquest.
Enjoy a hassle-free visit to one of the top attractions of Crete, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum with an entry e-ticket and audio tour as well as a self-guided tour of the majestic city of Heraklion and discover their riveting stories with 2 audio tours, downloadable on your phone.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket, Audio Guide & City Tour
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Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket, Audio Guide & City Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- An activation link to access your audio tour
- Adult entry ticket to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Offline content (text, audio narration and maps) to avoid roaming charges
- Self-guided audio tour in multiple languages on your smartphone (Android & iOS)
Not Included
- Live Guide
- Smartphone or headphones
- Transportation
Special Instructions:
Your self-guided audio tour is now confirmed! This is a self-guided audio tour and admission fees are not included. Internet access might be unavailable in certain areas of the city, so prior to your visit and while you have Wi-Fi access, download your e-ticket, app and audio tour for offline use. Ensure your smartphone is fully charged & bring your headphones. The audio tour begins at the entrance of Koules, located at the old harbor of the city, that can be easily accessed on foot. The tour ends at Jesus Gate not far from Kazantzakis tomb. No live guide will escort you and no extra equipment (smartphone, headphones, etc.) will be provided. In case you need any assistance, contact us at support@cliomuseapp.com Enjoy!
Please be advised..
- This Tour is Provided by Clio Muse Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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