What to bring

• If using the audio guide app, it's advisable to carry your own headphones for more comfortable listening as you explore the ruins.
• Select sturdy shoes with good grip since paths can be uneven and slippery due to rocky surfaces and ancient stones.
• Wear a hat, sunglasses, and apply ample sunscreen in summer because there is minimal shade throughout the Palace grounds.

A reusable water bottle will help you stay hydrated as no refill stations are available inside the site.

What's not allowed

• To protect fragile frescoes and ancient wall art, flash photography is restricted in reconstructed areas.

Larger bags aren't permitted within the site; packing light will prevent delays during security checks.

Accessibility

• The main entrance features a ramped pathway making part of the site wheelchair-accessible.
• If mobility is an issue, stick to primary pathways since about half the area is accessible and some sections have rough terrain.

An accessible restroom can be found near the main entrance for convenience.

Additional information

• A security check wait time of 30 to 60 minutes should be anticipated, particularly from June to August during peak season.
• To see original artifacts like Snake Goddess statues and the Phaistos Disc, consider visiting the Heraklion Archaeological Museum along with Knossos Palace.
• Parking may be limited at busy times; plan for an early visit or a short walk from nearby lots if driving.
• If you find the Throne Room crowded upon arrival, waiting briefly can yield better viewing and photography opportunities once it clears.

Don't miss out on visiting the Queen’s Megaron with its stunning dolphin frescoes within the royal apartments—a highlight often overlooked by visitors.

Concession eligibility

• Children and young people (EU citizens): Up to 25-year-olds from EU states are granted free entry when presenting a valid ID or passport.
• Children and young people (Non-EU citizens): Those aged between 6 and 25 years enjoy reduced admission fees, while those up to 6 can enter for free with a valid ID.
• Senior citizens: Individuals over 65 from Greece or other EU states receive reduced admission upon presenting a valid ID or passport.
• Persons with disabilities: Those with an 80% disability or more, regardless of nationality, and one companion (if applicable) can enter for free when showing a valid disability certificate plus their ID or passport.

Greek citizens (special categories): Greek families with multiple children (up to age 25, or any age if they have disabilities), along with large family certificates and disability certificates where relevant, get free admission. Unemployed Greeks can also enter for free using an unemployment card alongside their ID.