Ancient Greek culture and architecture is still very prevalent in today’s society. There is also a lot of interest around Greek themed fish tanks. This article will cover the cheapest and best Greek fish tank decorations you should get for your aquarium.
Best Greek Fish Tank Decorations
The best Greek fish tank decorations are the Parthenon ornaments, Greek ruins fish tank ornament, and the statues of the popular Greek gods.
For a substrate, I recommend using either crushed coral or sand.
Greek Parthenon
The Greek Parthenon building is a must have for a Greek Themed fish tank. The Parthenon is a famous temple that was built for the Greek goddess Athena. It is a staple of Ancient Greece culture and architecture.
Since it is build on top of a hill, it could be cool to set this ornament on top of a rock in your fish tank. The ornament itself is 5 inches long, 5 inches wide, and 4 inches high. You can buy it on amazon for under $20. It is hand crafted and painted with great detail, so it has a very realistic touch to it.
It is made of resin and is 100% safe for your fish tank.
Greek ruins
Another great addition for your Greek themed aquarium is the Greek column ruins. Luckily, there is a wide range to choose from. If you have a large aquarium (10 gallons or more) I suggest you get one of these large Greek ruin fish tank decorations.
Ancient Greek Palace Fish Tank Ornament
This ornament is perfect for large fish tanks. It has a length of 10 inches and a width of almost 7 inches. The columns are almost 6 inches tall.
If you have smaller fish, they can easily swim around and in between the columns. There is a flat base at the bottom that will ensure the ornament doesn’t fall over. It also has fake green plants attached which will help add color to your fish tank.
You can buy it for under $30 on amazon.
Ancient Greek Corner Column Ornament
While this ornament doesn’t have as much detail as the palace ornament, it is still a great symbol of ancient Greece.
It is made from resin which is safe for your fish, and the paint used is high quality and won’t fade underwater. You can buy multiple and put them next together to make a rectangle.
You can buy it on amazon and petco.
If you have a smaller fish tank, I recommend you check out one of the Greek fish tank ornaments below. While they are smaller, you can still add them to larger tanks, they just won’t stand out as much.
Mini Greek Ruins
These mini ruins are very detailed which will add a realistic aesthetic to your fish tank. It is made from resin and is safe for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.
It is 5 inches long and 3 inches wide, with a height of 4 inches. While its on the smaller end, it is still a great hideaway spot for smaller fish.
You can buy it for under $15 on amazon.
Vintage Column Ruins
These vintage columns are technically “Roman” columns, but they still match the Greek aesthetic. They look very similar to the mini Greek ruins, with a gray rock base and beige columns. It is also similar in size with a length of 4 inches, a width of 3 inches, and a height of 5 inches.
You can buy it on amazon for around $12.
Greek god fish tank decorations
One of the most integral components of ancient Greek culture was their religion, and in particular, their gods and goddesses. Many of their gods have been adapted into books and movies, including the Percy Jackson series. While the Greek god statues are a bit pricey, I definitely recommend them if you can afford it.
Greek goddess fish tank decoration
This Greek goddess fish tank ornament is probably my favorite on the list. It features to statues standing in between the columns of a building. They sit on top of some rocks that have a hole underneath which serves as a great hideaway spot for smaller fish.
The rocks are very detailed and have fake moss on it which gives it a very realistic touch. It is made from resin which is safe for your fish. The dimensions of this ornament are 4 inches by 4 inches by 4 inches.
Poseidon fish tank decoration ornament
This Poseidon ornament is another great addition for your Greek themed aquarium. It has a width of 6 inches and stands at almost 8 inches high. It is white and made of resin. This statue can serve as a centerpiece for any themed aquarium. It also has a nice round base that allows it to stand on the ground or on top of a rock or other object.
You can buy this ornament on amazon.
