Things to do in Santorini, South Aegean: The Best Museums

August 25, 2021 Margarita Chappel

Even if you’ve never been to this Cyclades island in the Aegean Sea, you’d still recognize it immediately – candy-colored houses carved into cliffs, sapphire waters, gleaming white buildings topped with half-spheres the color of a stormy sky. Here you’ll find peace as you roam the black sand beaches or the streets of a provincial village like Imerovigli. Beautiful Oia is world famous for its sunsets, which seem tinted with every shade of an artist’s palette.
Restaurants in Santorini

1. Leoni Schmiedel

Firostefani 847 00 Greece +30 2286 023770
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Leoni Schmiedel

Pliarhon Street, Oia 847 02 Greece +30 2286 072142 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mnemossyne-Gallery-Oia-Santorini/120102658032918?sk=timeline&ref=page_internal
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5.0 based on 147 reviews

Mnemossyne Gallery

Unique variety of fine art photography and jewelry, all astonishingly handmade by local artists. The gallery has a very harmonic atmosphere in an elegant cave house located only a few steps before the Castle and the famous sunset spot in Oia.

Reviewed By AnaV1979

Small and kinda hidden shop just next to the famous Oia's castle, with great art gems. You can find rare, beautiful gold designs of jewellery and fine photography. Def a must visit for gallery lovers.

Marinatou Str. step 570, Fira 847 00 Greece +30 2286 021226 [email protected] http://www.tzamia-krystallagallery.gr/home-en.html
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Tzamia - Krystalla Art Gallery Santorini

Since 1995, the Art Gallery "Tzamia-Krystalla" has been demonstrating how Art can become a way of everyday life, for us and for our friends. With Carefully Chosen Greek Artists and trends, the Art Gallery "Tzamia-Krystalla", from Santorini island aims to move and touch people from different places and cultures, while highlighting the quality of Greek Contemporary Art to the whole world.

Pyrgos 84701 Greece +30 2286 027134 [email protected] http://www.kouskouris.gr
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

S.M.A.G Spira Marble Art Gallery

Grigoris Kouskouris,a 4-th Generation Descendant From A Family Of Marble Sculptors,has Recently Launched His Own Personal Gallery,the S.m.a.g In The Medieval Village Of Pyrgos In Santorini.the Gallery Is Housed In An Intriguing Building That Dates Back To 1914 And Corresponds In Style With His Bold Approach To Sculpting.he Creates Unidue Marble Sculptures That Have A Dynamic And Flowing Nature

5. Eduart Gjopalaj Workshop

Kamari 847 00 Greece +30 2286 032187 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 84 reviews

Eduart Gjopalaj Workshop

Reviewed By Lizziegib567 - Silver Spring, United States

I happened to stroll by Eduart Gjopalaj's exquisite woodsculpting studio in 2017 while in Santorini. The extraordinary craftsmanship of his work was so memorable that 3 years later I contacted him through Instagram and commissioned a piece from him (the piece I saw and loved in 2017 had been sold). Eduart was delighted to help and my piece arrived this week. It will be displayed in a place of honor in my home. I hope to someday go back to his studio and meet him personally. A rare talent and terrific human being.

6. Gabbiano Nero

Panagia Myrtidiotissa, Kamari 84700 Greece +30 697 455 8845 [email protected] http://gabbianonero.gr
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5.0 based on 60 reviews

Gabbiano Nero

Browse a lovely collection of sculptures at Gabbiano Nero. Found in the heart of Kamari just steps from the beach, it makes for a great stop before or after you spend some time soaking up the warm Mediterranean sunshine. Gabbiano Nero’s specialists are available, whether you are purchasing your first art collectable or just visiting to explore our latest creations. We are available to help you find art that you love, with your price range, interests and current collection in mind. We can also source works which aren’t publicly listed on the site. With inventory sourced directly from the artist, Gabbiano Nero is uniquely positioned to offer exclusive sculptures to each buyer. We handle all aspects of international shipping and customs for a completely hassle-free delivery.

7. Roger Tourte - Cyclades Aegean Islands

The Petros M. Nomikos Conference Centre, Fira Greece +30 2286 023016
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Roger Tourte - Cyclades Aegean Islands

8. Symposion by La Ponta

Megalochori Village, Megalochori 847 00 Greece +30 693 752 0736 [email protected] http://www.symposionsantorini.com/
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Symposion by La Ponta

We have relocated to Megalochori, Santorini - SYMPOSION by La Ponta Symposion's programming is centered in Greek mythology's timeless relevance to life as it is lived today. Inspired by the nine muses, guests are offered a total experience of the arts, encompassing every detail—from the wine served in our Homeric Wine Cafe to the herbs planted in our Mythological Botanical Garden. Symposion presents La Ponta’s highly successful program of one-of-a-kind performances, workshops and innovative interactive tours for adults and children, catering to both the local community and to the global traveler on the island of Santorini.

Reviewed By Titaua_I - Meudon, France

We had an enchanted break at Symposion in Megalochori. Everything is beauty and harmony in this plant and mineral setting. It was a pleasure talking with Yannis, owner of this place, and we had the incredible chance to be musicians for a little concert. A wonderful experience!

9. Museum of Prehistoric Thira

Mitropoleos, Fira 847 00 Greece +30 2286 023217 http://www.santorini.gr-santorini.com/museums/prehistoric_museum.htm
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Museum of Prehistoric Thira

Using finds from various excavations, this museum traces the course of prehistoric Thira from the late Neolithic to the late Cycladic I period.

Reviewed By Tripmonkey00 - Horsham, United Kingdom

Visited here while on our last day in santorini a great museum with amazing artefacts and wall paintings a must while on santorini i recommend visiting Akrotiri first to get a sense of the way of life of ancient people and to see the original setting of the wall paintings displayed

10. Monastery of Profitis Ilias

Epar. Od. Pirgou Kallistis 3 km from Pyrgo Thira, Moni Profitou Ilia, Moni Profitou Iliou 847 00 Greece +30 2286 031210 http://thesvitis.blogspot.com
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Monastery of Profitis Ilias

Reviewed By LLV280Z - Daytona Beach, United States

We were so glad we made it to this monastery. The roads were crazy, with hairpin twists and turns and we wondered if it had been a good decision. There was plenty of parking when we arrived; it wasn't too crowded and it was just lovely. The beauty and peacefulness wrapped itself around you and you just gave a deep sigh being there! The chapel was very small but beautiful! We wandered around taking in the tranquility and the aesthetics. It was one of our favorite places on Santorini!

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