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Akrotiri

4.1
Beaches · Ruins · Lighthouses

Greek Pompeii

Located on Santorini's southwestern coastline, the small village of Akrotiri sits just a short walk from one of Europe's most significant Bronze Age archaeological sites. In 1627 a massive volcanic eruption destroyed a Minoan settlement located here, burying the remains of many everyday objects and preserving for posterity the ancient way of life of a long-gone culture. The settlement, once an important port city on the Aegean, likely served as an inspiration for Plato's story of Atlantis, mentioned in two of the philosopher's major works. The modern village of Akrotiri now draws history buffs and vacationers from around the globe and offers easy proximity to a series of red and black volcanic beaches. Explore the family-friendly attractions of Akrotiri and add them to your vacation plans using our Greece online itinerary planner.
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Akrotiri
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Red Beach
3.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Santorini Sea Kayak - Day Tours
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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Experience Horse Riding
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min

Side trips from Akrotiri

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Kamari Beach
Kamari
3.7
Duration: 4 hours
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Perissa Black Sand Beach
Perissa
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Santorini Volcano
Santorini
3.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Perivolos
Perivolos
4.3
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Akrotiri

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Akrotiri LightHouse
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
Santorini Guided Tours
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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Faros Market
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Galatea Pottery
4.6
Duration: 2 hours

Beaches in Akrotiri

Caldera Beach
3.5
Duration: 2 hours
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White Beach
2.6
Duration: 2 hours

Museums in Akrotiri

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La Ponta
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes

Historic Sites in Akrotiri

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Venetian Castle of Santorini
3.0
Duration: 30 minutes

Featured attractions

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Santorini Sea Kayak - Day Tours
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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Volcano Dive Center
Kamari
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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Santorini SeaBreeze
Santorini
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
SeaJets
Santorini
1.0
Duration: 2 hours
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Places to visit with Akrotiri

Mykonos Town BEST FOR: Landmark, Nightlife, Beach Rhodes Town BEST FOR: Castle, Historic Walking Area, History Museum Oia BEST FOR: Landmark, Water Body, Gift & Specialty Shop Fira BEST FOR: Wine Tour / Tasting, Nightlife, Specialty Museum Lindos BEST FOR: Ruin, Beach, Nightlife
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