Archaeological Museum of Thera |
In the Archaeological Museum of Thera you can see findings from the ancient city and cemetery of Thera. The exhibits cover a time span from the early Geometric to the end of the Roman period. Archaeological Museum of Thera Fira 84700 Santorini Tel. +30 22860 22217 Open on Tuesday-Sunday from 8.30-15.00 |
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Ancient city of Thera |
The ancient city of Thera, which is located at Mesa Vouno, was founded in the 9th century B.C. by Theras, the leader of the Dorian people and was inhabited until the early Byzantine period. Most of the remains of the city that are visible today belong to the Hellenistic and Roman period. Archaeological Site of Ancient Thera Kamari 84700 Santorini Open daily 8.30-15.00 |
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Near Oia |
Near Oia, at Kontohori, is the Lignos Folklore Museum. The museum is housed in a former winery, a typical cave house which was built in 1861. Besides its library with historical archives, the museum highlights the local, traditional crafts of the 19th century. Lignos Folklore Museum Fira-Kontochori 84700 Santorini Tel. +30 22860 22792 Open daily from 10.00-14.00 |
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Town of Pyrgos |
The town of Pyrgos is worth a visit, situated on the slopes of Prophet Elia, the highest mountain of Santorini. The castle of Pyrgos is one of the island’s five fortified settlements of medieval times. Many churches were built within its walls and during Easter the whole town is lit by candles the night of the Epitaph, creating a magical atmosphere. |
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Afternoon in Oia |
Many of the island’s visitors gather each afternoon in Oia to enjoy the sunset, which paints the archipelago in yellow, pink and orange. |
Diving schools |
If you want to discover the underwater world of Santorini there are plenty of diving schools with programs both for beginners and experienced divers. |
Volcano Diving Center Kamari 84700 Santorini Tel. +30 22860 33177 E-MAIL: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
Navys Waterworld Dive Center Kamari Beach 84700 Santorini Tel. +30 22860 28190 |
Santorini Dive Center Perissa 84700 Santorini Tel. +30 22860 83190 E-MAIL:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |