1 day in Heraklion & Knosos Itinerary

For more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Heraklion day trip planner.

London, UK to Heraklion is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also take a bus; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from London to Heraklion, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from London in August, with highs in Heraklion at 34°C and lows at 26°C. On the 16th (Tue), you'll travel to Knosos.

For maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Knosos vacation planner.

Knosos is just a stone's throw from Heraklion. In August, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. On the 16th (Tue), you'll travel to Heraklion.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): admire nature's wide array of creatures at CRETAquarium, get a new perspective on nature at The Natural History Museum of Crete, and then take an in-depth tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

To find maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Heraklion day trip planning site.

Heraklion is just a stone's throw from Knosos. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.