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Get the max out of your trip to Heraklion. Enjoy one of our hand-picked Art & Culture Tours with the local expert of your choice.
Art & Culture Tours in HeraklionGet the max out of your trip to Heraklion. Enjoy one of our hand-picked Art & Culture Tours with the local expert of your choice.
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Immerse yourself in the rich art and culture of Heraklion with a private art & culture tours crafted just for you. Your knowledgeable local guide will help you explore museums, galleries, historic sites, and cultural hotspots that reflect the city’s unique identity.
This personalized tour adapts to your interests, whether you’re passionate about contemporary art, traditional crafts, or local history. Enjoy insider stories, meet local artists, and discover cultural treasures away from the usual tourist routes.
Experience the soul of Heraklion through its art and culture with a private guide who brings the city’s stories to life.
Always private. It’s just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.
Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.
Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.
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Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Reviews from guests about our tours and locals
"Our tour with Eleni was entertaining and informative. In high season I definitely recommend going early (we went at 8:30AM) because later in the morning dozens (not exaggerating) of tour buses will flood the place. Also better for hot days. Eleni kept us engaged while taking care of avoiding stops in full sun. She obviously knows her subject. The visit to the archeological museum was super interesting and fascinating. Highly recommended!"
"Incredible guide of Knossos, Archeological Museum and Heraklion. VERY knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Great recommendations on restaurants and shops in the area as well. Eleni was Perfect!"
"My whole family ages 24-65 enjoyed Eleni’s tour of Knosos and the Archeological Museum of Crete. She knows her history - not only of the ancients of Crete, but of other civilizations across the timeline. She is a good storyteller though and kept us all engaged and interested. "
"We were so happy to find Withlocals on our visit to Heraklion for a guided tour of Knossos with Eleni. She was communicative about arrangements that made everything smooth and her historical knowledge was amazing. She had a good itinerary, kept a good pace, adeptly answered our questions and we learned so much. I could not imagine visiting Knossos without a guide, but feel doubly grateful to have been led on our visit by Eleni! "
"Eleni contacted us several days prior to our tour and offered to arrange a private taxi to the Knossis Palace due to the National holiday and road closings on the day of our tour. We were very thankful for this! The morning of our tour, Eleni was sick but sent a colleague, Katarina. She provided a wonderful walking tour of old town Heraklion with stops for traditional coffee and pie and tastings of local olive oil. As Eleni, Katarina is an archeologist and provided an in depth and informative tour of the Knossis Palace. Lastly, she suggested a local restaurant for lunch and was able to get us in for the last minute reservations. Lunch was excellent!"
"Our guide, Eleni, was wonderful, very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. She met us at Knossos palace and taught us a lot about it and the history in general. The museum, overwhelming in and of itself, was manageable with her explanations and focussing us on the more important items. We got all the information we could absorb in one go."
"We had an excelent experience with Helen! A lot of information and very good recepcion! We recomend it! Eliane and Marcelo"
"Really enjoyed our time exploring the Palace of Knossos. Eleni was very nice and knowledgeable about the ruins. She was also patient and accommodating with our kids who were struggling with the heat. Highly recommend."
"Pleasant, helpful, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the history and archeology of the area. Fantastic guide!!!"