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Santorini Island is one of the most beloved holiday spots in the world, celebrated for its mystical aura, unique architecture, splendid beaches, and spellbinding view of the volcano, the Aegean Sea and the golden sunset. On this page, you will find travel information about Santorini, including sightseeing, Santorini beaches, ferries and flights to Santorini Greece, so as to plan your travel to Santorini Imerovigli.
Santorini Beaches
Santorini is famous for its unique beaches with volcanic sands, such as the Kokkini and Aspri beaches located near the settlement of Akrotiri, on the southern coast of the island and the grey and black beaches in Kamari, Perissa, Perivolos, and Monolithos, situated on the eastern coast of the island. Other beautiful Santorini beaches are located along the northern shores, such as Ammoudi, Armeni, Baxedes, Paradissos, Koloubos, and Vourvoulou.
Santorini Sightseeing
During you holiday in Santorini Island, you should spend a couple of days touring the sites and attractions. A good map of Santorini can help you to plan your touring schedule. The most famous sites in Santorini are the Akrotiri settlement and Ancient Thira. Akrotiri dates back to Prehistoric Times and is considered by many scholars to be linked to the Lost Continent of Atlantis. At this site, you have the opportunity to admire a well-preserved settlement, including houses, stores, staircases, roads and an ancient sewage system. Ancient Thira, which is located on a hill above the villages of Kamari and Perissa, is a marvellous site, complete with ruins of sanctuaries, an agora, a theatre, a gymnasium, and a graveyard.
Apart from these two spectacular archaeological sites, we also recommend visiting the Gyzi Manor, the two cathedrals and Archaeological, Historical and Prehistoric Thira museums in Fira, as well as the Maritime Museum in Oia and the many Venetian castles, churches and monasteries scattered throughout the island. Finally, dedicate a day to take a boat trip to the volcanic isles of Thirassia, Palea Kammeni and Nea Kammeni, which are located in the Caldera area, opposite Santorini.
Santorini Nightlife
On Santorini Island, visitors will find a wide selection of entertainment venues, from quiet cafes and bars to stimulating clubs and from traditional tavernas to posh fusion restaurants. One of the best features of the island is its cuisine. We recommend trying some of the traditional delicacies, including fried white aubergines, tomato balls, courgette balls, sun-dried tomatoes and fava bean dip, and a bottle of famous Santorini wine.
Travel to Santorini
The island of Santorini Greece is a marvelous vacation spot, attracting thousands of visitors from all over the world every year. Getting to Santorini is extremely easy, as there is frequent ferry boat, high-speed boat and airplane connection throughout the year, especially during the high tourist season.
Flights to Santorini Greece
There are flights to Santorini from the Athens Airport ‘Eleftherios Venizelos’ and from the Thessaloniki ‘Macedonia’ Airport.
- Athens Airport ‘Eleftherios Venizelos’: Tel. +30 210 353-0000
- Olympic Airways Athens: Tel. +30 210 966-666 or 801-11-44444
- Aegean Airways Athens: Tel. +30 210 626-1000 or 801-11-20000
- Thessaloniki ‘Macedonia’ Airport: Tel. +30 2310 473-700 or +30 2310 473-312
- Aegean Airways Thessaloniki: Tel. +30 2310 280-050
High-Speed Boats & Ferries to Santorini Greece
There are ferries and high-speed boats to Santorini from Piraeus Port in Athens.
- Piraeus Port: Tel. +30 210 414-7800
- Hellenic Seaways Piraeus: Tel. +30 210 419-9000
- Super Jet Piraeus: Tel. +30 210 412-1001
Ferries and Flights from Santorini Greece
The island of Santorini is connected with most of the other Cyclades Islands, some islands in the Dodecanese and Sporades clusters, and Crete by sea or air. For information about flights and ferries from Santorini to other destinations in Greece, contact the island’s airport or the port.
- Santorini Airport: Tel. +30 22860 28400 or +30 210 22860 28405
- Santorini Port: Tel. +30 22860 22239
Local Transportation in Santorini Greece
From the capital of Fira, Santorini Airport and Santorini Port, you can board buses that frequently depart for Imerovigli and other parts of the island. If you would rather tour the island independently, you can rent a car or a motorbike from one of the many car rental agencies on the island.
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