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Museum of Prehistoric Thera

The Museum of Prehistoric Thera supplies the objects and historical context that make the archaeological site of Akrotiri easier to understand.

Reviewed 2026-09-06 · Santorini (Thera), Cyclades, Greece

Why visit

The museum presents finds connected with prehistoric Thera, including material from Akrotiri. It works especially well immediately before or after the archaeological site.

Allow context time

Do not treat it as a rainy-day substitute. It explains everyday life, art and the development of the prehistoric settlement in ways that are difficult to see from building remains alone.

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Museum opening information

The Museum of Prehistoric Thera is in Fira and is a logical companion to Akrotiri because it displays important finds from the excavations. Check current hours and closure days with the Ministry of Culture before making it the fixed point of a short itinerary.

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