Title: Things to Do in Knosos in 2026 | Expedia.com [Knosos Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Knosos.dx553248635075043395)[Hotels in Knosos](https://expedia.com/Knosos-Hotels.d553248635075043395.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Knosos](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Knosos.d553248635075043395.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Knosos](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Knosos.d553248635075043395.Car-Rental-Guide)[Knosos Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Knosos.d553248635075043395.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Knosos ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Knosos Types of activities [Knosos Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Knosos.dx553248635075043395) ![#LifeAtExpediaGroup](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635075043395/1437f372-ba73-4d06-afcf-05952e6bbc4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpediaGroup](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635075043395/1437f372-ba73-4d06-afcf-05952e6bbc4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dolphin fresco at the Minoan ruins of Knossos, the largest of the Minoan palaces and cities on the island of Crete. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635075043395) ## Recommended things to do in Knosos | Number of things to do | 276 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Crete Uncovered: Your Complete Island Guide](/things-to-do/discover-crete-independent-island-exploration.a50736268.activity-details): $5 | | Top 5 things to do | [Heraklion: Palace of Knossos 3D Virtual Audio Tour by Tablet](/things-to-do/heraklion-palace-of-knossos-3d-virtual-audio-tour-by-tablet.a4862775.activity-details)[Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum: E-Tickets with Audio Tours](/things-to-do/knossos-palace-archeological-museum-e-tickets-with-audio-tours.a5155528.activity-details)[Knossos-Zeus Cave -Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory](/things-to-do/knossos-zeuss-birthplace-traditional-villages-olive-oil-factory.a1250817.activity-details)[Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide](/things-to-do/crete-palace-of-knossos-e-ticket-and-audio-guide.a48318304.activity-details)[Crete: Land Rover Safari on Minoan Route](/things-to-do/crete-land-rover-safari-on-minoan-route.a5201871.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Heraklion: Palace of Knossos 3D Virtual Audio Tour by Tablet](/things-to-do/heraklion-palace-of-knossos-3d-virtual-audio-tour-by-tablet.a4862775.activity-details)[CRETAquarium Entrance Ticket in Crete](/things-to-do/cretaquarium-entrance-ticket-in-crete.a2773613.activity-details)[Heraklion Museum Ticket and City Audio Tour](/things-to-do/heraklion-museum-ticket-and-city-audio-tour.a50032305.activity-details)[Heraklion: Olive Farm Tour with Tasting of Local Delicacies](/things-to-do/heraklion-olive-farm-tour-with-local-delicacies-tasting.a48330850.activity-details)[Crete Uncovered: Your Complete Island Guide](/things-to-do/discover-crete-independent-island-exploration.a50736268.activity-details) | | With kids | [Crete: Land Rover Safari on Minoan Route](/things-to-do/crete-land-rover-safari-on-minoan-route.a5201871.activity-details)[CRETAquarium Entrance Ticket in Crete](/things-to-do/cretaquarium-entrance-ticket-in-crete.a2773613.activity-details)[Semi-Private Sailing Tour to Dia Island](/things-to-do/semi-private-sailing-tour-to-dia-island.a50933919.activity-details)[Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details)[Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details) | ## What to do in Knosos --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Knosos? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Knosos ![Heraklion Port showing a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062095/7ace24f4-023c-44ef-9ee7-edd0717cf372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heraklion Port Spend an afternoon wandering around this ancient harbor and admiring the fortress and ancient walls or take a trip to one of the nearby islands. [](https://expedia.com/Heraklion-Port-Heraklion.d6062095.Vacation-Attraction) ![Columns in the Palace of Knossos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062149/5f496145-2d8f-43d7-98c1-30558a71430e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palace of Knossos Take a tour around one of Europe’s most spectacular archaeological sites, where Greek myths have been made and great treasures discovered. [](https://expedia.com/Palace-Of-Knossos-Heraklion.d6062149.Vacation-Attraction) ![Heraklion Archaeological Museum showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062085/2558aa65-a2d0-4f0d-8ae3-5c3669f39648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heraklion Archaeological Museum One of Europe’s most important museums has five millennia of Cretan history on display, including the exceptional Minoan exhibit. [](https://expedia.com/Heraklion-Archaeological-Museum-Heraklion.d6062085.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historical Museum of Crete featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062101/5706a2df-6df0-4571-944c-e0d3133725a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Museum of Crete Trace the history of this ancient town through its numerous periods and discover traditional art and fascinating stories. [](https://expedia.com/Historical-Museum-Of-Crete-Heraklion.d6062101.Vacation-Attraction) ![Koules Fortress showing a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062197/18192014-b709-46bd-863e-692c26f2d6e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Koules Fortress The prominent symbol of Heraklion, this imposing fortress by the harbor has protected the city for over 500 years. [](https://expedia.com/Koules-Fortress-Heraklion.d6062197.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Titus Church which includes religious elements, street scenes and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062185/8cd6434b-f01d-41ad-b9bd-bf1fa1817e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Agios Titos Church Dedicated to the patron saint of Crete, this Byzantine church has been renovated and repurposed by some of the world's greatest historical empires. [](https://expedia.com/Agios-Titos-Church-Heraklion.d6062185.Vacation-Attraction) ![Heraklion Loggia showing interior views and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062087/5817001b-5edb-431f-b489-c1466018a673.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heraklion Loggia Take a look around this stunning Venetian monument, also the site of the Heraklion town hall. [](https://expedia.com/Heraklion-Loggia-Heraklion.d6062087.Vacation-Attraction) ![Morosini Fountain showing a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062135/0cfb1163-ec34-43cb-8078-1b609aeb5cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morosini Fountain Don’t miss this ornate fountain in Heraklion’s central square, which once brought daily drinking water to thousands of inhabitants. [](https://expedia.com/Morosini-Fountain-Heraklion.d6062135.Vacation-Attraction) ![Natural History Museum of Crete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062091/7af640ea-6426-4434-8d1b-2df38cdda769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Natural History Museum of Crete Don’t miss the chance to learn about Crete’s unique natural environment at this excellent modern museum. [](https://expedia.com/Natural-History-Museum-Of-Crete-Heraklion.d6062091.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Knosos ![Heraklion which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/183850c5-8966-47fd-96cf-b80404c014a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heraklion ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Knosos worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Knosos? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Knosos? ### Is three days enough to stay in Knosos? ### Is Knosos a walkable neighborhood? ### What are some activities to do in Knosos with kids? > - [Crete: Land Rover Safari on Minoan Route](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/crete-land-rover-safari-on-minoan-route.a5201871.activity-details) > - [CRETAquarium Entrance Ticket in Crete](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cretaquarium-entrance-ticket-in-crete.a2773613.activity-details) > - [Semi-Private Sailing Tour to Dia Island](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/semi-private-sailing-tour-to-dia-island.a50933919.activity-details) > - [Horse Riding & Cretan Traditional Lunch](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/horse-riding-cretan-traditional-lunch.a2000994.activity-details) > - [Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cooking-lesson-in-heraclion-by-baxes.a47826646.activity-details) ### What to do in Knosos for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Knosos?