Akrotiri of Thera

Akrotiri of Thera is a historic and protected site Santorini located in Greece.

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Ακρωτήρι 847 00 Santorini , Cyclades Greece

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Villas & Mansions of Santorini

Experience in person the grandeur of Ancient Greek civilization, by visiting a prehistoric town hosting some of the most beautiful Frescos in Europe. Don't forget to take a hat and your sunscreen ! Read more

incrediblue

A step back in time, to 1627 B.C.. All the artifacts have been moved to the Archeological museum in Thera, so begin your introduction to the Minoan civilization there. Read more

Sergio Fragoso

Take a sunbed by 10 euro all day long, bring your drinks, snaks and comfortable sandals for the rocks in the beach , enjoy the views and refresh yourself in the delicious cold water of egeo sea????

Leo W

Here you could see the town site. You will not be able to see the wall paintings and pottery here. It is in the prehistoric museum of thira.

Riad M

Definitely do the guided tour here. 100 Euros for over an hour and of course that is across a group so as many people as you can. The tour provides great context.

Art Maisons Luxury Hotels

The settlement was destroyed in the Theran eruption and buried in volcanic ash, preserving fine Frescoes , objects and artworks. Many believe this is the Inspiration for Plato's Atlantis . Read more

Art Maisons Luxury Hotels

The settlement was destroyed in the Theran eruption and buried in volcanic ash, preserving fine Frescoes , objects and artworks. Many believe this is the Inspiration for Plato's Atlantis . Read more

Dave Briggs

A 'must visit' when in Santorini. The huge structure covering the site is just as interesting as the ancient city itself!

Thomas Brennan

Helps to visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira (http://4sq.com/cBIGlM), which houses many of the Akrotiri artifacts and frescoes , before going to Akrotiri.

ApostolisM

One of the must-see places in the island . Try having a guided tour if possible. Definitely worth the 5EUR!

David Felfoldi

5€ for entrance but you'll definitely want & need a guide, which is 10€/person. The 2012 renovation is a stunning archaeological piece!

Simon Tann

Definitely worth the €5 entry price. Try and book a guide though as there is alot that needs explanation. A must see place on the island .

Amy B

One of the few cultural heritage sites on Santorini. Go to the museums in Fira first to appreciate the ruins.

Andronis Exclusive

This is one of the archaeological sites in Greece where a good guide, or at least a good guidebook, will come in handy as explanations are needed for one to really appreciate what unfolds before you.

Andrew Talaga

Disappointing. Fascinating ruins, but lacking good info for the visitor. Needs more to help people understand the life & times of those who lived there. Could be so much better. Maybe pay for a guide?

John Magan

Amazing site; well worth visiting. Pity they put most of the interesting finds in the museum in Fira .

Thermes Luxury Villas

It is definitely worth the visit after its reconstruction. Do not miss the experience of Archaeological site of Akrotiri ! Read more

Chris Kuzan

Nice small town , it has access to three amazing beaches .

Ilse

A lot of ancient stones without context. It's probably an important site for archeologists but there is no engaging signage or guidance for visitors with an interest in history.

Art Maisons Luxury Hotels

The Prehistoric Town of Akrotiri is definitely worth a visit, as it's an important eviden, even in the hottest summer days.

Ali Khoori

The old town of Santorini originally known as Thera which was the actual name of the island .

Georgios Gatos

A prehistoric place like a few in the world. Take a guide, it will enrich your experience.

Visit Greece

At last, the famous Archaeological Site of AKROTIRI on SANTORINI Island is open to visitors again. Try the experience!

Panagiotis Gr

Awesome remains of an ancient cultures. Better with a guide if option is available to you

David Marks

Wow! Super impressive 3,500 yo ruins displaying how advanced civilization had the potential to be at that time.

Nikki Chau

Really worth it to get a guide.

Pwlina R.

A hole city buried under the ground after the massive explosion of the volcano . Wonderful

Panos Alefragis

Love this place! Open again after many years of reconstruction. A must-see venue when you visit Santorini.

Kallisti Thera Hotel

Interested in seeing how an ancient town was built and run? Akrotiri is the perfect place to see where the inspiration for Atlantis derived from. Read more

Lies

Must see! Easy to combine with red sand beach . Don't count on the bus system though

Franziska Gostner

Must-go, nice price 5 euro, bus station and parking in front

Demetri Tsirlis

Make sure you do some research of your own before you get here. No signage whatsoever, the "map" they give you on the way in only works well as a fan when you get hot. Such a shame.

Nikolay Gvozdevskiy

One of the most important Minoan sites in Greece !

Thomas Brennan

A roof shades the entire site, which is a nice feature in the summer heat

Nguyen Duy

At the first time, I thought that OMG why do I have to come here? It's old, weird, ancient, .. bla blla but after finding out this is the lost city , I have to say "this place must be on you list" here

Svetlana Svetova

Free guided tour every 30 mins. The guide is extremely good!!

Zengpan Fan

They close at 3 pm on Thursday in October! Double check if it is open before going there. Heart broken.

Benjamin Rogiers

Definately NOT worth going! It's just a pile of stones they've put up themselves, with the use of cement and steal bars . The pilars the've placed all over te 'city ' are just too horrible to endure!

Claudia Timoteo

Unfortunately the place is not contextuallized with information or accient materials from the local. For people that aren't familiar are only rocks.

Cori Rigas Suites

A Must-See attraction , of great interest.

)|( aXxel

Very carefully prepared space. Excellent guides. Lots of informations. The whole area is covered with a high tech roof - you can walk without being grilled by the sun.

Christos Giannias

Simply.....amazing!

Katerina Pantazi

Treasure: must visit!

Andrew Drew

Very interesting

Big Al

Kinda cool to see

Eduard Ribas

Disapointing. 12 euros per person, 6 euros to park and all that is left here is the stones. frescos and other findings are moved to Fira museum . There’s not even replicas. Just stones and ashes

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Nicely preserved historical place , showing a whole village old buildings and life . Worth visiting .

Alena Sediuk

Nothing interesting.

Tycho Brahe

Da visitare assolutamente: gli scavi sono solo una minima parte di ciò che l'eruzione ha coperto della civiltà del luogo . Conservati al chiuso in un bioclima. Fate la visita guidata!

Ирина Коваленко

5€ за вход, 3€ для студентов. Отлично организована экспозиция . В отличие от большинства раскопок здесь вы ходите не под палящим солнцем, а в огромном павильоне с системой вентиляции

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Historic and Protected Site
Venetian Castle of Akrotiri

Very beautiful view on the top !! - Kostas Ios

7.1
Hotel
Mathios Village Hotel

The restaurant at the hotel is very good! Ask Kostas for some great recommendations around the island. He is awesome! - Steven Schafer

7.2
Beach
Red Beach

Naturally created from volcanic eruptions a long time ago! The water is ice cold and the sand is mostly black & red pebbles. You need to park your vehicle and then follow a trail leading to the beach. - Khaled ☤

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Lighthouse
Lighthouse of Akrotiri

Fantastic view and especially for the sunset !!! - Kostas Ios

8.2
Beach
Perissa Beach

Simply love it. Very interesting black sand. Free wifi from the taverna by the beach. Free sun beds as well. - Светлин Стаев