Santorini History Tour

If you are interested in history that dates even further back from the ancient civilizations, then you will want to include the Museum of Prehistoric Thira on your itinerary. This museum features artifacts from local excavations that date back all the way to Neolithic man. It also includes excavated artifacts from the Minoan and Hellenistic periods as well. Part of the museum also details what Thira, another name for Santorini, was like during the prehistory eras. It is closed on Tuesdays, so make sure to plan accordingly so that you do not miss out on viewing this museum.

Another important museum detailing the history of the ancient cultures that lived on Santorini is the city of Ancient Thira. Archeologists have found many buildings from the ancient civilizations, including temples and sanctuaries. There are also carved stones and inscriptions that date back to the archaic period. You want to take a moment to see the site of the ancient theater, which also has a stunning view of the Aegean Sea. This museum is closed on Mondays, so do not plan your tour on this day.

If you enjoy archaeology, then you also want to visit the Archeological Museum Fira. Many of the pieces in the collection feature artifacts dating from the ancient city of Thira. It also has items found from around the island that date to the Roman period as well. You can see many of the different cultures that inhabited this beautiful island long before modern civilization. It is also closed on Mondays.

No Santorini history tour is complete without a stop at the Akrotiri archeological site. In 1450 BC, the volcano erupted, covering the entire city of Akrotiri. It might have destroyed the city, but the volcanic ash perfectly preserved it, similar to the famous city of Pompeii. Due to the similarities, many call this city the Minoan Pompeii. Plato might have used this story as inspiration for his Atlantis. Archeologists have uncovered many items from this ancient civilization. There are three-story buildings and an advanced drainage system. They have also found furniture, pottery and many other belongings of the ancient peoples. The opening hours differ depending on the time of year you visit, so make sure to place it in the right spot of your itinerary.

There are many important Santorini archeological sites that provide a chance to gain valuable insight into the culture of the ancient Minoans, Greeks, and Romans. Although the beach and stunning views of the Aegean Sea might be tempting, it is beneficial to leave time to visit some of these historical sites as well. With a private, personalized tour, you can customize it to your own itinerary so that you can get everything out of your time on the island that you want. With Santorini museums guided tour, you will learn more about the history so that you can have a deeper appreciation for the sites you see as you tour around the island.