3 Days in Santorini: What to Do and See in Santorini

Day 1 | Morning

Fira Cable Car

Ticket Price: 6 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-0.5 Hours

Location: Santorini,Greece

Fira Cable Car, there are three ways to get to the town of Fira from the old port, take the cable car, ride a donkey or walk. Taking the cable car is undoubtedly a clean and fast way. From the cable car, you can see the crater of Santorini and the Aegean Sea, which is very beautiful.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Fira Cable Car, Museum of Prehistoric Thira next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Museum of Prehistoric Thira

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,8:00am-3:00pm

Ticket Price: 6 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Thera 847 00

Located in the town of Fira, next to the Whitechapel. The museum collects many prehistoric artifacts on the island, among which the more famous ones are the fisherman murals and golden goat statues found on the island. It is also a good place to enjoy the sunset on Holy Island.

Day 1 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini in advance, because all the tourists head to Museum of Prehistoric Thira love staying at it.

Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini

The Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Santorini.

The hotel is conveniently located a short 10km drive from Santorini Airport. Keeping busy is easy, with Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Imerovigli Town and Katharon Monastery all nearby.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities.

Day 2 | Morning

Archaeological Museum Fira

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-3/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Closed from 1/1-3/31,Tue;Open from 4/15-10/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Closed from 4/15-10/31,Tue;Open from 11/6-12/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Closed from 11/6-12/31,Tue

Ticket Price: 15 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Erithrou Stavrou, Thira 847 00

The museum is small and difficult to find, but there are a lot of pottery on display, many from the sea in the south, and there are also some ancient Greek and ancient Roman statues for tourists to watch.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Akrotiri nearby is the top choice before you leave Archaeological Museum Fira and hit the road.

Akrotiri

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-3/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Open from 4/15-10/31,Mon-Tue,Thu-Sun,8:00am-8:00pm;Open from 4/15-10/31,Wed,8:30am-3:30pm;Open from 11/6-12/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm

Ticket Price: 15 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Thera 847 00, Greece

Akrotiri is a monument left over from the Cretan civilization in ancient Greece. It was once considered by scholars to be evidence that the disappeared residents of Atlantis once lived here. The site dates back to the 16th century BC, where archaeologists have discovered two- and three-story buildings, millennia-old murals, and an intricate system of canals.

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Suites of The Gods Cave Spa is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Suites of The Gods Cave Spa

The 5-star Suites of the Gods Cave Spa Hotel offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Santorini. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a good night's sleep. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, room service, airport transfer are there for guest's enjoyment. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as internet access – wireless, private pool, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning. Recuperate from a full day of sightseeing in the comfort of your room or take advantage of the hotel's recreational facilities, including hot tub, fitness center, sauna, outdoor pool, indoor pool. For reliable service and professional staff, Suites of the Gods Cave Spa Hotel caters to your needs.

Day 3 | Morning

Ancient Thera

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,8:00am-3:00pm

Ticket Price: 4 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Kamari 847 00

The ancient Fira ruins were built around the 19th century BC, when a tribe first came to the holy island and built their settlement there. The leader of the tribe was called Fira. The site is said to have been inhabited until the Byzantine era.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Wine Museum-Koutsoyannopoulos nearby is the top choice before you leave Ancient Thera and hit the road.

Wine Museum-Koutsoyannopoulos

Opening Hours: Open on Sun,10:00am-7:00pm;Open on Mon-Sat,9:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 9.5 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Epar. Od. Messarias - Archeas Thiras, Vothonas 84700

Here you can taste the local wines of Santorini and learn about local winemaking knowledge. If you are a wine lover, you will not be disappointed by coming here. You can taste wine in this museum, learn about the history of winemaking on the island, and if you are lucky, you can see the owner of the local winery and be invited to taste delicious wines at his home. The museum offers audio guides in several languages. In addition, every Sunday evening (when open on Sundays), there is a "Greek Night" where you can see entertainment such as fighting, traditional dancing and music.

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