One of the most beautiful islands of Greece, Santorini features a stunningly beautiful destination. A magnificent landing place ideal for moments of relaxation and cosmopolitan holidays.
The name Santorini
The name Thera is taken after Theras of Sparta, who settled on the island and founded a colony, called 'Mesa Vouno'.
The name Santorini derives from the name of the church, which is dedicated to Saint Irene. A tradition claims that the name of the island derives from the name of an early Christian basilica in Perissa.
Santorini Caldera
The volcanic activity which occurred on the island within the last two million years has played a significant part in the morphology of the island. Be sure to enjoy a day trip to Santorini caldera by taking the boat from Gialos, Athinios, or Ammoudi.
Santorini Attractions
Romantic and cosmopolitan, Santorini will impress you at first glance. That is to say that Santorini presents breathtaking sunsets, picturesque alleys, features the stunning Cycladic architecture, and offers crystal-water sandy beaches.
The famous attractions of Santorini include the Minoan Town of Akrotiri, the ancient Thera, and the villages of Caldera, Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Oia. Also, one of the best things to do in Santorini is to experience the island's wineries.
- the museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira
- Megaro Gyzi
- Thera foundation P.Nomikos
- the Archaeological museum
- the Maritime Museum
- Folk art of Emm. Lignos
- Argyros Mansion
- Pyrgos Ecclesiastical Collection
- Santozeum
- 'Santorini of the past'
- Belloni Cultural Foundation
- Exhibition of Musical instruments
- the exhibition of minerals and fossils
- the Art Space
- Wine Museum
- Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral
- the Church of Holy Cross
- the Orthodox Monastery of Prophet Elias
- the fortified Settlements, known as Santorini's Castles
- Skaros
- Saint Nicholas
- Pyrgos
- Emporeio
- Akrotirio
Thirassia Island
An itinerary to add to your bucket list include a visit to Thirassia Island, a small island offering beautiful architecture and an imposing natural landscape.
Santorini Beach Destinations
The beach destinations of the island include:
- Perissa
- Vlyhada
- Perivolos
- Kamari
- Ammoudi
- Culumbos
- Exo Gialos
- The famous Red Beach
- Vourvoulos
- Pori
- Baxedes - Paradeisos
- Monolithos
- Plaka
- Saint George
- Mesa Pigadia
- Akrotiri
- Almira
- Mousakia
- Kambia
- Kantharos
- White Beach
- Karterados Beach
Santorini is considered the island of romance and elegance. The island boasts to have one of the best sunsets in the world.
The famous districts of Santorini
- Fira, the capital of the island
- Imerovigli
- Oia
- Megalohori
- Pyrgos
- Gialos
- Finikia
- Emporeio
- Kamari
- Perissa
- Akrotiri
- Karterados
- Messaria
- Vothonas
- Vourvoulos
- Episkopi Gonia
- Athinios
- Exo Gonia
- Monolithos
- Agia Paraskevi
How to travel to Santorini
The island of Santorini is accessible by sea and air transportation. Ferries and high-speed catamaran are departing every day from Piraeus port to Athinios port.
The ferry-boat trip takes 9-10 hours, while the high-speed trip ranges from 4-5 hours.
If you travel by airplane, daily flights are performed by the Greek Airlines and depart from Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos). The duration of the flight is approximately 45 minutes.
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