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Experience History: Historical Museum of Crete Tours

Step back in time at the Historical Museum of Crete, the premier cultural attraction in Heraklion. Embark on an immersive journey through Minoan legends and Byzantine eras with our expert-led guided tours. Discover hidden gems of Cretan heritage, from ancient artifacts to the iconic Venetian Walls. Whether you are exploring via a unique bike tour or indulging in authentic food and wine experiences, our curated travel packages offer the ultimate way to experience Crete's rich history. Book your unforgettable Heraklion adventure today and connect with the soul of the Mediterranean!

4.6/5 avg ratingTours from $80.953 expert-led experiencesFree cancellation included

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$99–$187 typical

Full price spread is $81–$240

Rating

Rating

4.64★ average

Based on 128 pooled reviews

Tour Length

Tour Length

3.2–4.8 hours

Median duration is 4 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Guided Bike Tours

67% of options are bike tours

Booking Info

Booking Info

Free cancellation

100% of options offer free cancellation

Highlights

Highlights

Food and wine

Reviewers mention excellent food, wine, and raki

7 Products

Heraklion: Ebike - All in one - Food tasting & Wine tasting

Heraklion: Ebike - All in one - Food tasting & Wine tasting

5 hrsFree cancellation
5 (15 reviews)
100%
0%
very nicelaughsabsolute best
Viator
$169$188
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Heraklion: Ebike - All in one - Food tasting & Wine tasting
Summary

Why just visit Heraklion when you can live it? Imagine gliding through the city’s Venetian walls as the golden hour begins, feeling the Mediterranean breeze without even breaking a sweat. Our state-of-the-art E-bikes do the hard work for you, leaving you free to soak in the sights and sounds of this...

Inclusions
  • Helmet
  • Wifi On the tour
Itinerary
  • Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis
  • Georgiadis Park
  • Liberty (eleftherias) Square
  • Old Venetian Harbor of Heraklion
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Neoria Vechi
  • Castello del Molo (Koules)
  • 25th of August Street
  • Agios Titos Church
  • Loggia
  • Kornarou Square
  • Cathedral of St. Minas
  • Historical Museum of Crete
  • The Natural History Museum of Crete
  • Morosini Fountain
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, For all ages Min Height 1.50, 225lb/103 kg weight limit per bike, Dear guests, Please note that all participants are required to complete our Waiver Form before the activity starts. To save time at check-in, please fill it out in advance. Thank you for your understanding
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Heraklion E-Bike Food Tour – Discover the Flavors of Crete

Heraklion E-Bike Food Tour – Discover the Flavors of Crete

4 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.93 (117 reviews)
97.46%
2.54%
amazingfoodhighly recommend
Viator
$131
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Heraklion E-Bike Food Tour – Discover the Flavors of Crete
Summary

Skip the tourist traps and discover the "soul" of Heraklion on two wheels. While others walk in the heat, you’ll glide effortlessly through hidden backstreets on our premium E-bikes, reaching secret culinary spots that only locals know. This isn't just a food tour; it’s a sensory journey. You will ...

Inclusions
  • Free Wi-Fi hotspot. Stay connected and share your best tour moments!
  • Free luggage storage during the tour. Perfect for early arrivals or late departures.
Exclusions
  • Gratuities, shopping & hotel transfer (transfer available upon request/extra fee)
Itinerary
  • Heraklion
  • Morosini Fountain
  • Georgiadis Park
  • Historical Museum of Crete
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, For all ages Min Height 1.50, 225lb/103 kg weight limit per bike, Guests only need to know how to ride a bike., Dear guests, Please note that all participants are required to complete our Waiver Form before the activity starts. To save time at check-in, please fill it out in advance. Thank you for your understanding
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Small Group Heraklion Segway Tour

Small Group Heraklion Segway Tour

3 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4 (4 reviews)
81.48%
18.52%
délicieuse expérienceHighly recommended
Viator
$74
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Small Group Heraklion Segway Tour
Summary

An amazing Segway tour to Heraklion's hidden and visible beauties.. The fun start from the busy road of 25 August, which is a commercial center of Heraklion. Then we descend to the coastal road and we meet in front of us the harbor that stands out majestically the fortress Koules.

Itinerary
  • 25th of August Street
  • Castello del Molo (Koules)
  • Historical Museum of Crete
  • Loggia
  • Cathedral of St. Minas
  • Church of Agios Mathaios Sinaites
  • Liberty (eleftherias) Square
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Heraklion Self-Guided Audio Tour

Heraklion Self-Guided Audio Tour

9 hrsPrivate tour
3 (2 reviews)
44.44%
55.56%
Greatwaste of money
Viator
$6
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Heraklion Self-Guided Audio Tour
Summary

Immerse yourself in Heraklion's captivating history with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm, discovering centuries-old secrets that traditional tours simply can't offer. Our expertly crafted audio experience delivers exclusive historical insights and hidden stories through masterful narr...

Inclusions
  • Private access links validity up to 6 days
  • Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for 9 attractions
  • Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 9 attractions with audio guide individually
Exclusions
  • Entry fees (wherever required)
  • Transportations (pick-up and drop-off)
Itinerary
  • Castello del Molo (Koules)
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Agios Titos Church
  • Loggia
  • Morosini Fountain
  • Cathedral of St. Minas
  • Historical Museum of Crete
  • The Natural History Museum of Crete
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, 1. Complete Flexibility - Tour at Your Own Pace: This is a self-guided audio tour, NOT a GPS-guided tour. You have complete freedom to choose which attractions to visit, explore in any order you prefer, start and finish wherever you like, and even split the tour across multiple days. Spend as much time as you want at each location and take breaks whenever needed., 2. How You'll Receive Your Tour Materials: On your selected travel date, before your start time, you'll receive your private access links through your booking platform's messaging system. Link 1 provides your complete audio guide playlist featuring all attractions, and Link 2 gives you your interactive itinerary map with individual guides for each location. Simply click each link and select "Proceed to external site" to access your materials—your links lead directly to trusted platforms (SoundCloud and Google Maps) where your private tour content is hosted. Your private access links remain valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days), giving you complete flexibility to explore at your own pace. If you experience any difficulty accessing your audio guides or itinerary map, please contact us and we'll be happy to assist you., 3. Using Your Audio Guides (Link 1 - SoundCloud): Open the SoundCloud link in your web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.). You'll see a playlist of all attraction audio guides organized in a suggested order. You can listen before your tour to plan which attractions interest you most, or play them as you arrive at each location. Simply scroll through the playlist, tap any attraction to play its audio guide, and use play/pause controls as needed throughout your tour., 4. Using Your Interactive Map (Link 2 - Google My Maps): Open the Google My Maps link in your web browser - not the Google Maps app. You'll see all attractions marked with headphone icons. Navigate by either tapping directly on any headphone icon on the map, or tapping the tour title below the map to view a complete list of attractions. When you select an attraction, a popup window appears with a clickable link to that location's audio guide., 5. What to Bring & Prepare: Essential items: headphones/earphones, fully charged smartphone, and internet access. Before your visit, review both links to familiarize yourself with the attractions and audio content, then decide your priorities and create your own route or follow our suggested order.
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Heraklion Historical Museum and City Audio Tour

Heraklion Historical Museum and City Audio Tour

1 hrEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
0
Viator
$19
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Heraklion Historical Museum and City Audio Tour
Summary

Visit the Historical Museum of Crete and discover the island's fascinating cultural heritage through remarkable exhibits and artifacts. Enjoy a self-guided audio walking tour of Heraklion directly on your smartphone. Marvel at Koules Fortress, the Venetian Loggia, Morosini Fountain, and the Tomb of ...

Inclusions
  • Lifetime access to the audio tour
  • Offline content (audio narration, text and maps)
  • Self-guided audio tour of Heraklion on your smartphone (Android & iOS)
  • Activation link for the audio tour
  • Voucher for admission to the Historical Museum of Crete (exchange at the museum required)
Exclusions
  • Live guide
  • Smartphone or headphones
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation
Itinerary
  • Historical Museum of Crete
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Entry to Knossos Palace and Heraklion Museums and 2 Audio Tours

Entry to Knossos Palace and Heraklion Museums and 2 Audio Tours

5 hrsLikely to sell out
0
Viator
$79
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Entry to Knossos Palace and Heraklion Museums and 2 Audio Tours
Summary

Uncover the wonders of Ancient Crete with this comprehensive ticket package. Gain entry to the iconic Knossos Palace, the heart of Minoan civilization, and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, showcasing exquisite Minoan artifacts. A voucher for the Historical Museum of Crete is included, allowing f...

Inclusions
  • Offline content (text, audio narration and maps)
  • Adult entry e-tickets for Knossos Palace and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Voucher for the Historical Museum of Crete (exchange required at the museum for your entry ticket)
  • Two self-guided audio tours for your smartphone (Android & iOS)
Exclusions
  • Audio tour for the Historical Museum of Crete
  • Live Guide
  • Smartphone or headphones
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • The Palace of Knossos
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Historical Museum of Crete
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Cretan Culinary E Bike Adventure in Heraklion

Cretan Culinary E Bike Adventure in Heraklion

4 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
0
Viator
$118$131
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Cretan Culinary E Bike Adventure in Heraklion
Summary

Discover the hidden culinary treasures of Heraklion on a premium electric bike, combining effortless cycling with authentic Cretan flavors. This guided food and wine tour takes you off the beaten path to local eateries where you'll savor traditional 'Meze' plates, including local cheeses, olives, an...

Itinerary
  • Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis
  • Heraklion
  • Historical Museum of Crete
  • Cathedral of St. Minas
  • Morosini Fountain
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

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Loggia

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Lions Square & Morosini Fountain
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Lions Square & Morosini Fountain

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St. Titus Church (Church of Agios Titos)
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St. Titus Church (Church of Agios Titos)

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Koules Fortress
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Koules Fortress

600 m away • from $6

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