Santorini (Thira)Sights

Museum sights in Santorini (Thira)

  1. The Museum of Prehistoric Thera

    This museum houses extraordinary finds that were excavated from Akrotiri (only 5% of which has been excavated). Most impressive is the glowing gold ibex figurine, measuring around 10cm in length and dating from the 17th century BC. Many of Akrotiri's thrilling wall paintings are on display. Your ticket covers this museum and the archaeological museum.

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    Museum of Prehistoric Thera

    Near the bus station, the Museum of Prehistoric Thera houses extraordinary finds that were excavated from Akrotiri (where, to date, only 5% of the area has been excavated). Most impressive is the glowing gold ibex figurine, measuring around 10cm in length and dating from the 17th century BC. Many of Akrotiri's fascinating wall paintings are on display.

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    Megaron Gyzi Museum

    Behind the Catholic cathedral, Megaron Gyzi Museum has local memorabilia, including fascinating photographs of Fira before and immediately after the 1956 earthquake.

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