The 6 Best Sights & Landmarks in Akrotiri, South Aegean

March 2, 2022 Margarita Chappel

Discover the best top things to do in Akrotiri, Greece including Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Lighthouse, Panagia Kalamiotissa, St. Epifanios Traditional Orthodox Church, Venetian Castle of Santorini, Church of Saint Eleftherios.
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1. Akrotiri Archaeological Site

Akrotiri 84700 Greece +30 2286 081939 [email protected] http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh351.jsp?obj_id=2410
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4.0 based on 5,357 reviews

Akrotiri Archaeological Site

This ancient city was covered in a heap of volcanic ash in the late 17th century B.C., preserving it for present-day archaeologists and interested tourists. The site is so well preserved that it is often referred to as the Pompeii of the Aegean.

Reviewed By Palmtree567

This was very worth the visit. I had to coerce my children aged 21, 19 and 14 to visit with me, guaranteeing them we’d only spend one hour. They all agreed afterwards it was really worth the visit and they were glad they went. It is huge and impressive. The village is very clear in parts, with storage areas still full of pots and staircases, door thresholds and corridors all very well preserved. Much more complete than other sites we’ve seen. Interesting, fascinating, lots to see and no extensive use of your imagination to see whole buildings and areas. 100% recommend. The ancient history of Santorini being the rim of a huge crater of a volcano that erupted, changing the modern world as we know it, is fascinating. I’m just a normal tourist, no expert in antiquities but found this well worth it and I highly recommend it.

2. Lighthouse

Akrotiri 84700 Greece http://yf.hellenicnavy.gr/index.php/el/stone-lighthouses/vacation-lighthouses/30-akrotiri
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4.0 based on 1,452 reviews

Lighthouse

Reviewed By Anialyz - Boston, United States

It is worth the drive! My cousin and I just notice the light house at the end of the island and decided to go search for it!

3. Panagia Kalamiotissa

Akrotiri 84700 Greece
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4.0 based on 2 reviews

Panagia Kalamiotissa

4. St. Epifanios Traditional Orthodox Church

Epar.Od. Akrotiriou, Akrotiri 84700 Greece +30 2286 081163
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St. Epifanios Traditional Orthodox Church

5. Venetian Castle of Santorini

Akrotiri 84700 Greece
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3.5 based on 67 reviews

Venetian Castle of Santorini

6. Church of Saint Eleftherios

Akrotiri 84700 Greece
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Church of Saint Eleftherios

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