Knossos 714 09, Greece | The tour of the Knossos Palace begins just after the entrance to the archaeological site of Knossos, just a 20-minute drive from the city of Heraklion. You will drive along Ethnikis Antistaseos Avenue, which later gives way to Knossos Avenue for about 5 km. You will continue straight ahead until you reach Dedalou Street, where you will find the entrance of the archaeological site. Even though you do not have a car, the easiest way is to get the bus. Take the bus 2 from Eleftherias Square, the station is located in front of the Capsis Astoria Hotel, or from the central bus station of Heraklion. The tour ends at the theater which is inside the archaeological site, not far from the entrance.
The self-guided audio tour for the city of Heraklion is designed to start at the entrance of Koules which is located at the old harbor of the city. The easiest way to get there is on foot. The tour ends at Jesus Gates located in Evans Street.