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Kazantzakis Museum (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is Kazantzakis Museum?

57%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 57% Baby-Friendly: Ramps and elevators welcome strollers and babies enter free, but there is no listed changing table or nursing room, so parents must improvise and keep the visit brief.

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Reviews4.8/ 5
(from 967 reviews)

Positives:

  • Stroller access: Ramps and elevator let you push a stroller into all galleries
  • Free baby entry: Babies and toddlers enter free, saving on ticket costs

Challenges:

  • No dedicated changing room: Use café seating or restroom stalls; bring your own mat
  • Quiet exhibits: Limited baby-specific activities may leave restless little ones
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What is Kazantzakis Museum?

  • A museum dedicated to renowned Cretan author Nikos Kazantzakis, featuring original manuscripts, first-edition books, personal letters and rare photographs
  • Housed in a restored 18th-century monastery in the village of Myrtia south of Heraklion, blending traditional stone architecture with contemporary exhibition design
  • Permanent exhibition organized into thematic galleries that chart Kazantzakis’s literary, philosophical and theatrical contributions through artifacts, archival documents and audiovisual materials

What is so special about Kazantzakis Museum for with baby?

  1. Stroller-friendly layout with ramps and elevator
  2. Free entry for babies and short exhibits
  3. On-site café for feeding or changing breaks
  4. 20-minute AV film as a calm pause
  5. Picnic-friendly village square next door

Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours

Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Short guided visit fits a baby’s schedule and leaves time for breaks

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Baby-Friendly Activities in Kazantzakis Museum

Permanent exhibition:

Move through five themed rooms of letters, photos and artifacts.

Tip: Use the stroller ramp and go at your baby’s pace

Audio-visual presentation:

Watch the 20-minute film tracing Kazantzakis’s life in multiple languages.

Tip: Sit towards the back for quick exits if baby needs a break

Museum café break:

Rest and feed your baby in the on-site café seating area.

Tip: Bring a changing mat and supplies; ask staff about high chairs

Stroll Myrtia village square:

Enjoy a picnic under plane-tree shade after the visit.

Tip: Spread a blanket for your baby to crawl and rest

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Kazantzakis Museum

  1. Call ahead: Email or phone to ask about high chairs or quiet spaces
  2. Off-peak times: Arrive early or late morning to avoid crowds and stick to routines
  3. Parent rotation: Take turns touring so one parent can stay with the baby
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Reviews of Kazantzakis Museum

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Jeeashelle Visits

Jeeashelle Visits

Oct 2025

If you’re remotely interested in Kazantzakis, or even if you’ve never heard of him, you will be delighted to visit here and surprised at how well the museum is organized. There is so much to see and learn in this relative small museum! And the souvenir store is adorable as well.

Vaughn Trench

Vaughn Trench

Sep 2025

Fascinating history of a great Greek author and philosopher, well laid out and very informative

George “NeverLucky” Goud

George “NeverLucky” Goud

Oct 2024

An excellent museum dedicated to the life and work of the great Nikos Kazantzakis. With a deep insight to his plethora of books and an excellent documentary about his life and his work. It's a beautiful place that you need to visit if you are interested in Greek literature and one of its biggest contributors.

Simon Mack

Simon Mack

Aug 2024

Immerse yourself in the wonderful history and writings of Nikos Kazantzakis. You'll see the actual handwritten manuscripts along with possessions of the great man whilst learning of the history of his life and the political and religious impact his writing generated. Interactive exhibits along with audio guides help make this an interesting experience even for kids. A fascinating couple hours in t...

Martien Janssen

Martien Janssen

Apr 2023

This museum gives deep insights in the life of Nikos Kazantzakis. Nikos Kazantzakis (Greek: Νίκος Καζαντζάκης [ˈnikos kazanˈd͡zacis]; 2 March (OS 18 February) 1883[2] – 26 October 1957) was a Greek writer. Widely considered a giant of modern Greek literature, he was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in nine different years.[3] Kazantzakis's novels included Zorba the Greek (published in ...

When is the best time to visit Kazantzakis Museum (Heraklion, Greece)?

In summer, the indoor galleries stay cool; bring sun hats for the outdoor square. In winter, wear layers as some rooms are lightly heated.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)

ItemCost (Approx.)
2 adult ticketsEUR 12
Café snacks and drinksEUR 6
Total EstimatedEUR 18

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Address: Myrtia 701 00, Greece

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About Kazantzakis Museum

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+30 281 074 1689

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