Ancient Akrotiri E-ticket and Audio Tour

Place: Santorini

Validity: Flexible

Language: English, Italian, French, German

Mobile voucher accepted

Instant confirmation

Skip the line

Fast track

Entrance fees included

Tour with Audioguide

With audioguide

Wheelchair accessible

Do this because

Discover Akrotiri, an archeological site known as the Pompeii of the Aegean
Explore at your own pace with an audio guide
Marvel at the layout of the prehistoric town, once buried under volcanic ash

What to expect

Don´t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the archaeology of a prehistoric residential space that´s literally been frozen in time. Marvel at the snapshot of life just as it was before its residents fled the fury of the neighboring volcano.

Travel back in time to experience the spine-chilling story of the site of Akrotiri, frozen in time by the eruption of the Santorini volcano. Learn about the affluent residences, known as Xeste, as well as little-known stories and anecdotes about the daily lives of the inhabitants. The content of the tour is the result of in-depth research, concentrated into brief original stories that will make your visit both engaging and educational. The audio tour can be used repeatedly and at any time, before or after your visit. As soon as you receive your ticket by email, you can download the app and audio tour.

Experience the prehistoric site of Akrotiri at your own pace with this e-ticket and captivating self-guided audio tour.

The audio guide is compatible with Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS smartphones
The guide is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation
You will need (100-150 MB) storage space
After booking, you´ll get an email with your official e-ticket and further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Please remember to check your spam folder
Please note that the local tour operator only accepts the official e-ticket which will be emailed to you by the local tour operator
Please check the Akrotiri wesbite for opening times
Free and reduced admission tickets can only be acquired at the ticket booth on-site and on presentation of a valid ID
Unfortunately, this tour is only available with full price entrance tickets
Those eligible for free or reduced entry include EU citizens under the age of 25, children under 5 from non-EU countries, EU citizens over 25 years of age and enrolled in secondary education, and EU citizens over 65
Please note that the course of the visit may be modified and special restrictions may be imposed. Visitors must follow site guidelines
Please ensure that your smartphone is fully charged and bring your headphones on the day
Wearing comfortable shoes is recommended

What’s included

Audio-guided tour

Entrance ticket

Downloadable APP

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Individual headset

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Akrotiri Archeological Site, Thera, Greece

Meeting point:

Your self-guided audio tour starts at the entrance of the archaeological site of Akrotiri, located south of the modern village that bears the same name. The easiest way to get there is by car or bus. Once at the car park at Akrotiri Red Beach, follow the road that takes you to the archaeological site. The tour ends at Xeste 3, a large building inside the archaeological site. From there, follow the signs to the exit.