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Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Heraklion

#2 among attractions in Heraklion

Museum, Top attraction, History museum
Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Facts and practical information

Local name: Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Ηρακλείου Established: 1883 (141 years ago)Coordinates: 35°20'20"N, 25°8'14"E
Address

Ξανθουδίδου 1Heraklion 712 02 Greece

Contact
+30 281 027 9000
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Day trips

Heraklion Archaeological Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Koules, Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, Natural History Museum of Crete, Lions Square.

  • koules heraklion0.4 miN
  • nikos kazantzakis stadium heraklion0.6 miSW
  • natural history museum of crete heraklion0.6 miW
  • lions square heraklion~1220 ftW
  • agios minas cathedral heraklion~1900 ftW
  • historical museum of crete heraklion0.4 miNW
  • talos plaza heraklion1 miW
  • fortifications of heraklion0.6 miSW
  • cultural and conference center of heraklion0.5 miSW
  • museum of the battle of crete heraklion location map
    ~1020 ftSE
  • museum of visual arts heraklion0.6 miW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Heraklion Archaeological Museum open?

Heraklion Archaeological Museum is open:
  • Monday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am - 4 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm
  • Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
  • Friday 9 am - 4 pm
  • Saturday 9 am - 4 pm
  • Sunday 9 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Heraklion Archaeological Museum?

Nearby attractions include Saint Titus Church, Heraklion (5 min walk), Loggia, Heraklion (5 min walk), Church of Agios Titos, Heraklion (5 min walk), Museum of the Battle of Crete, Heraklion (5 min walk).

How to get to Heraklion Archaeological Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Heraklion Archaeological Museum:

Bus
  • Tourist Bus Parking (1 min walk)
  • Eleftherias Square • Lines: 02, 03, 04, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 31, Cb1 (2 min walk)

Ferry
  • Ηράκλειο (13 min walk)

Where to next? Visit crete Crete region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Greece.