GOURNES MUSEUM FIELD GUIDE
Silver Pass: Walk Among Life‑Size Dinosaurs at Discover Parks, Gournes
A full‑day ticket that unlocks Discover Parks’ three-theme complex in Gournes—this guide explains the Dinosauria Park attractions, practical hours and booking details.
Silver Pass: Walk Among Life‑Size Dinosaurs at Discover Parks, Gournes.
Discover Parks in Crete is a compact, three‑park theme center sited in Gournes, just outside Heraklion on the grounds of the old American base. The Silver Pass gives access to the complex’s highlights, most notably Dinosauria Park, where life‑sized animatronic dinosaurs, a 5D cinema and interactive exhibits create a family‑focused prehistoric experience.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Animatronic Dinosaurs Up Close
Dinosauria Park stages life‑sized animatronic dinosaurs that form the centerpiece of the park’s prehistoric narrative, designed as a family adventure through prehistory.
A 5D Cinema and Interactive Exhibits
The park pairs its animatronics with a 5D cinema and hands‑on exhibits that aim to extend the story of dinosaurs into immersive, educational moments for visitors.
Three Theme Parks at One Site
Discover Parks comprises three distinct theme parks in Gournes — including Dinosauria Park and Planet Crete — concentrated on the former American base just outside Heraklion.
What the day feels like
What the Silver Pass Feels Like
A visit with the Silver Pass is a paced day inside a multi‑park complex: you move from staged, life‑size prehistoric scenes to a theatrical 5D cinema and interactive displays, with opportunities to sample the other themed parks on the same site.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from a Silver Pass
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The venue opens at 10:00 and closes at 18:00; the last entrance is at 16:00.
Tickets start from €18; same‑day bookings are not available — plan and book ahead.
Arrive at Dinosauria Park Crete, which is the meeting location for the Silver Pass experience within the Discover Parks complex in Gournes.
Discover Parks occupies the old American base site in Gournes and groups its three themed parks within the complex; check operator communications for service details or seasonal changes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What are the park opening hours?
The park opens at 10:00 and closes at 18:00, with the last entrance allowed at 16:00.
Where do I go to start the visit?
The meeting location for the Silver Pass is Dinosauria Park Crete within the Discover Parks complex in Gournes.
Can I book on the same day?
Same‑day bookings are not available; you must reserve in advance.
How much does entry cost?
Prices start from €18.
What attractions are included under the Silver Pass?
The Silver Pass gives access to Discover Parks’ offerings on site, including Dinosauria Park with its animatronic dinosaurs, a 5D cinema and interactive exhibits, and access to the park complex that includes Planet Crete.
Where is Discover Parks located?
Discover Parks is located in Gournes, just outside Heraklion, on the grounds of the old American base.