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Updated Oct 2024
  • No.1
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    4.6/5
    53 Review
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    "Alimos is located on the southwestern coastline of Athens, south of Falio, north of Erinico, and connected to San Dimitrios, Ilopri, etc., 8 km from the center of Athens, 10 minutes drive from the center of Athens in good condition, A 40-minute drive from Athens International Airport. The main metro station in the area is the Almos metro station in the east. The western region is connected to the centre of Athens by tram. The main roads passing along the coast of Poseidon Avenue and through the Alimos region also include Karamagio and Alimo Avenue."
    Mykonos
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: It is no exaggeration to say that the main attraction of Mykonos is the beach. The sunny beaches with infinite style here are the dream resorts of countless sea lovers, and the most representative beach is undoubtedly Paradise Beach. People often use "4S" to describe this place: Sun (sunshine), Sea (ocean), Sand (beach) and Sex (sexy).
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  • No.2
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    4.5/5
    29 Review
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    "These windmills where used to grind grains in olden days before electricity. Probably 17th or 18th century. However not these 7 windmills are been preserved and serve as the icon of Mykonos.Spectacular view of the old port and little Venice... Lots of parking space though very crowded.. Amazing hotel south of the windmills.You can see the windmills from practically every hill in Mykonos."
    Mykonos
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: The harbour windmill, also known as the Katyr Milli windmill, is a five Cycladic-style windmill built in the 16th century with a thatched roof. Here you can see the beautiful view of the whole city. The windmills stir the sea breeze, the seagulls in the Aegean Sea and the characteristic white houses on the island have a panoramic view, and Mykonos is also called "the island of windmills". In Mykonos, where the wind is strong, windmills were originally used to grind wheat, but now they are no longer in use, but they have become a beautiful landscape.
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  • No.3
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    4.7/5
    51 Review
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    "I didn't expect to have such a place in the city center. The traffic is also very easy. It is really beautiful here. It is completely different from the noise downstairs. And the set here is really like it. It is very Greek style."
    Mykonos
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: Little Venice refers specifically to the densely colored buildings next to the beach in Mykonos, enjoying the geographical advantage of enjoying the beautiful sunset view of Mykonos. There are also many bars and restaurants, which are very lively. The ancient architectural structure and geographical environment make Little Venice quite a winding path. After the night falls, people can continue to sit in the open-air seats and enjoy the vast picture of the water and the sky and the bright lights along the coast of Mykonos Island. Wine is the icing on the cake. It is worth mentioning that there are two pelicans on Mykonos Island that are regarded as patron saints by the locals, collectively known as Pedro III. It is said that their favorite food is the seafood cooked in Little Venice. Come here. Give it a try.
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  • No.4
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    4.6/5
    41 Review
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    "As we all know, Greek civilization is the origin of European civilization, and even affects the progress and development of civilization around the world. Where did Greek civilization originate? That is Crete, go to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum to explore the bottom line."
    Heraklion
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: This museum is like a microcosm of the Cretan civilization. Many precious unearthed cultural relics are divided into 16 exhibition halls. The scale is no less than the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. In the 14th, 15th and 16th rooms of the museum, there are murals unearthed from the ruins of the Nossos palace. The more famous ones are the bull-player, the lily prince, and the Parisian woman. These are typical representative works of Minoan culture.
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  • No.5
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    4.2/5
    30 Review
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    "Venice Square in Heraklion (Plateia Venizelou) is one of the main squares in Heraklion. The museum still has a look. After all, this is the birthplace of Greek mythology. It is a small seaside square with a metal dolphin sign, and the commercial area is nearby. The museum here is worth seeing, because it is the birthplace of Greek mythology. Just opposite the lighthouse, Hania's famous attractions are in this area. There is a beach when you walk to the lighthouse. There are fewer people and it is suitable for serious appreciation."
    Heraklion
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: Piazza Venezia of Heraklion is the center of the old city. It is a small city square with a fountain in the middle and a commercial area nearby. The museum here is worth a visit, as it is the birthplace of Greek mythology.
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  • No.6
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    4.5/5
    32 Review
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    "Knossos Palace is also a very historical huge palace building, this palace is a very historical place, this area is also a very fun historical ancient city, you can slowly enjoy the scenery here."
    Heraklion Prefecture
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: This royal palace was once the more luxurious and larger palace on Crete. Now considered to be the legendary Minoan Labyrinth, it is an important symbol and center of Minoan civilization. There are a total of 4 Minoan palaces on Crete, and the Knossos Palace is the larger one. It consists of huge palace rooms, gardens, bathrooms and other parts. Today, there are still some frescoes on the walls of the ruins. A beautiful picture not to be missed when you come to Crete.
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  • No.7
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    4.6/5
    13 Review
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    "In 1538, the Venetians began building fortifications in Cania to protect the Venetian homeland from the complete suppression of Ottoman Turkey. Nearly 500 years later, only the fortifications of the east and west have remained, enjoying the Mediterranean blowing."
    Chania
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: When the Venetians ruled the city of Chania in 1285, many buildings and fortifications were built near the port until it was captured by the Ottomans of the Turks in 1645. Today the port is named after it. With its sapphire-blue Cretan waters and colorful houses scattered around the harbour, it's perfect for a casual stroll and experience the ease of the old town.
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  • No.8
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    4.8/5
    12 Review
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    "The second largest city in Crete after Heraklion, Kannia was the administrative center of Crete until 1971. The city has a strong Venetian heritage. The most famous attraction in Kannia is the Port of Venice. There are several places in Crete that are reserved in Venetian style, but only in good condition is Cania. You will feel like you have come to the medieval period in the movie"
    Chania
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: Chania is the second largest city on Crete and a small port town on the northwest coast of Crete. In 1252, the Venetians built a city here, which was later occupied by Turkey, and merged into Greece in 1912. There are quiet alleys here, you can walk through them when you have nothing to do, and taste the unique charm of this seaside town; drink coffee at the port at dusk or early morning and enjoy the beautiful scenery, which is comfortable and leisurely. There are also many beautiful beaches around, which are very suitable for leisure vacations, and there are also good routes for hiking and hiking.
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  • No.9
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    4.5/5
    28 Review
    "The Cape of Suniu is a good place to enjoy the Mediterranean scenery. The towns here are all exclusive good places. There are very rich natural scenery. Many homestay hotels in the Cape are worth staying. During the peak season, people are particularly manyodes."
    Lavreotiki
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: Cape Sunyu is known as the "ends of the earth" in southeastern Europe, and the famous Poseidon Sea Temple is located on the sea cliffs of Cape Sunyu. Drive from Athens and drive 69 kilometers along the beautiful Saronic Gulf to see the ruins of the Poseidon Sea Temple built in the 5th century BC. There one can enjoy a beautiful sea view (at least 7 islands if the weather is clear).
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  • No.10
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    4.4/5
    73 Review
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    "Poseidon Temple (Temple of Poseidon) is a classical building of Poseidon, the god of the sea in ancient Greek mythology. It was built in 444BC and the famous Parthenon temple in Athens is located in the southernmost end of the Attica Peninsula in southern Athens. The site of the Cape Sea Temple 70 kilometers from the center of Athens This is one of the romantic locations overlooking the Aegean Sea, especially in the evening The red sun falls on the blue Aegean Sea The background is invincible Classic screen The sea temple was built with the marble of the local Agilesa The original total of 34 columns is existing The 16 columns are all famous Doric columns one of the three classic Greek columns TIPS Greek mythology gods have many complex relationships, but there are a few you must know, such as Zeus, the god of the universe, Poseidon, the goddess Athena, etc. According to Greek mythology The sea god Poseidon was Zeus' brother, who controlled the sea and all the waters, and his mount was a huge mountain whale, whose power was only under Zeus, but he was still not satisfied with his plot to overthrow Zeus, but he did not succeed, but was sent by Zeus to Poseidon's arms on earth. The fork is a symbol of strength, not only can it trigger earthquakes and tsunamis, but also can break rocks and lead to watering springs of farmland. He fought for Athens with Athena and couldn't fight, so he decided to let the people choose Poseidon to sacrifice Trident, Athena to extend an olive branch, and finally the people of Athens chose. Athena of Peace."
    Lavreotiki
    >100km from Santorini
    Highlights: There are many sea temples built to commemorate Poseidon. One of the famous sea temples is located in Cape Sounion, southeast of Athens, at the southern tip of the Attica peninsula, about 70 kilometers away from Athens. The temple stands on a cliff about 65 meters high, which is the best place to enjoy the view of the Aegean Sea and sunset. Cape Sunu is surrounded by the sea on three sides, with the Aegean Sea on the left, the Mediterranean Sea on the front, and the Ionian Sea on the right. In the past, Athenians believed that places with better views were suitable for building temples for the gods of worship. The Temple of Poseidon was built in 444-440 BC to protect sailors going out to sea and pray for good weather, before it was destroyed by the Byzantine Emperor Arcadios in 399 BC. Climbing up the hillside on the west side of the parking lot at Cape Sounion, you can see the charming style of this temple: Like other temples in Greece, the Temple of Poseidon is rectangular, about 80 meters long and 60 meters wide. There are 34 marble columns in total, but only 13 of them have been preserved. The stone columns are about 6 meters high and adopt the Doric style. The Temple of Agriculture is similar. The relief decorations on the stone pillars depict scenes of the battle of the gods, and some of the original reliefs are currently in the collection of the Acropolis Museum. When the poet Byron visited Greece in the 19th century, he carved his name on a column of the temple of Tanah Lot. The location, construction and design of the Temple of Poseidon make it conspicuous from the sea and visible to the naked eye from a distance. This gave great help to ancient ships. Returning sailors can also rely on it to identify their direction. The same not to be missed as the Poseidon Sea Temple is the beautiful sunset landscape here, the blue Aegean Sea is looking down, the gorgeous sunset is looking up, and the ships are dotted in the distance, which is very beautiful.
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do near Santorini?
Some Best Things to Do near Santorini include:Paradise Beach, Windmills of Mykonos, Little Venice, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Plateia Venizelou
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Santorini?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Santorini include:Paradise Beach:4.6, Windmills of Mykonos:4.5, Little Venice:4.7, Heraklion Archaeological Museum:4.6, Plateia Venizelou:4.2
Where are Best Things to Do near Santorini located?
The Best Things to Do near Santorini are mainly located in:Paradise Beach:Mykonos, Windmills of Mykonos:Mykonos, Little Venice:Mykonos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum:Heraklion, Plateia Venizelou:Heraklion
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