Ancient Eleutherna Museum Tour
(Prices valid for departure from the Platanias region)
We are available 24/7 to pick you up from your location and provide a comfortable, worry-free trip to the Museum of Ancient Eleutherna. After your visit, your driver will return you to your original starting point at the prearranged time, or upon request with a 30-minute notice.
Discover the Treasures of Ancient Crete
Join Platanias Taxi Tours and travel through time with a visit to the Ancient Eleutherna Museum, located near Rethymno. This is Crete’s first archaeological site museum, designed in the spirit of other world-renowned museums such as those in Olympia, Delphi, and Vergina—though smaller in size, it offers a deeply enriching experience.
For over 30 years, archaeologists have been excavating the ancient city of Eleutherna, and the museum was created to house and display their remarkable findings.
What Awaits You at the Museum
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Equipped with modern laboratories and conservation rooms for restoration, documentation, and study of the artifacts.
Purpose-Built Architecture: The museum spans over 1,800 sq.m. and is nestled in a beautiful 13-acre site. Its design resembles an ark rising from the earth, blending with the natural landscape while offering a panoramic view of Mount Ida (Psiloritis).
Exhibition Layout: The right wing hosts the ticket office and staff area, while the left wing houses the museum’s main exhibition halls, showcasing the rich history of Eleutherna.
Highlights of the Exhibition
The Kore of Eleutherna: One of the museum’s most iconic displays is the statue known as the Eleutherna Kore, which is thought to be related to the famous Lady of Auxerre. These two statues were reunited for the first time during a special exhibition at the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens (2004–2005).
Multimedia Presentations: A screen next to the Kore display narrates the fascinating story of the statue’s discovery and the efforts of Professor N. Chr. Stampolidis to trace its origin and historical context.
A Cultural Journey Like No Other
The Museum of Ancient Eleutherna offers a compelling glimpse into the daily life, art, and beliefs of ancient Cretans. With its innovative presentation and historically significant exhibits, this tour is ideal for archaeology enthusiasts, history lovers, and curious travelers alike.
Experience the soul of Crete’s ancient past through the Ancient Eleutherna Museum Tour—where myth, art, and archaeology meet in one of the island’s most fascinating cultural destinations.
