Majestic Historical Walking Tour in Heraklion
Overview
A historical tour in Heraklion offers visitors the chance to explore the city’s rich history and culture. Heraklion is the capital of Crete, a Greek island with a long and fascinating history. The city has been inhabited since at least the Neolithic period, and its archaeological sites are some of the most important in Greece.
Visitors can explore Venetian Walls of Heraklion. This site is one of the most important archaeological sites in Europe, and it provides insight into the greek civilization that flourished on Crete during this time period. In addition to its archaeological sites, Heraklion also has many museums that showcase its history and culture. The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion houses artifacts from all over Crete. Visitors also visit churches such as Agios Titos to learn more about Cretan religious traditions.
A historical tour in Heraklion is a great way for visitors to learn more about this fascinating city and its past!
What's Included
- Experienced guide
- Fee Ticket of Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Full price : 10€, reduced price : 5€)
- Fee Ticket of Rocca a Mare Fortress (Full price : 4€, reduced price : 2€)
Meeting Location
Nik. Plastira 25
Iraklio 712 01, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Heraklion 712 02
Greece
At the Rocca a Mare Fortress
What To Expect
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Venetian Walls of Heraklion
37 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
37 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Holy Cathedral Temple of Saint Titus
37 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rocca a Mare Fortress
37 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Experienced guide.
- Fee Ticket of Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Full price : 10€, reduced price : 5€).
- Fee Ticket of Rocca a Mare Fortress (Full price : 4€, reduced price : 2€).
The minimum age to participate is 1..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Majestic Historical Walking Tour in Heraklion is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Majestic Historical Walking Tour in Heraklion will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Experienced guide
- Fee Ticket of Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Full price : 10€, reduced price : 5€)
- Fee Ticket of Rocca a Mare Fortress (Full price : 4€, reduced price : 2€)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
