Santorini, officially Thira and classic Greek Thera, is an island in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km southeast of Greece's mainland.
Oia or Ia is a small village and former community in the South Aegean on the islands of Thira and Therasia, in the Cyclades, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it has been part of the municipality of Santorini, of which it is a municipal unit.
Learn more Book this experienceAkrotiri was a Cycladic Bronze Age settlement on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini. The settlement was destroyed in the Theran eruption sometime in the 16th century BC and buried in volcanic ash, which preserved the remains of fine frescoes and many objects and artworks.
Learn more Book this experienceAdmire the magical landscape of Greece and discover the most beautiful spot in Santorini with a high-quality tour on a catamaran. Enjoy a life-changing experience all around the beautiful island of Santorini and the ancient active volcano that create...
Book this experienceThira is one of the regional units of Greece. It is part of the region of South Aegean. The regional unit covers the islands of Thira, Anafi, Folegandros, Ios, Sikinos and several smaller islands in the Aegean Sea.
Learn moreImerovigli is a village on the island of Santorini, Greece, adjacent to the north of the island capital Fira. Imerovigli is mostly famous for its beautiful sunset, that it is called "balcony to the Aegean".
Learn more Book this experienceSantorini Dive Center offers tank dives for certified divers in the best spots of Santorini. Located at Caldera beach, the centre offers easy and quick access to all the dive sites around the Caldera and the Volcanoes. The big volcanic explosion has ...
Book this experienceNea Kameni is a small uninhabited Greek island of volcanic origin located in the Aegean Sea, within the flooded Santorini caldera.
Learn more Book this experiencePerissa is a village on the island of Santorini, Greece. It is located 13 km to the southeast of Fira, near the Messa Vouno rock. According to the 2011 census, Perissa has 678 permanent inhabitants. It is part of the community of Emporio. Perissa boasts magnificent beaches on the Aegean including Perissa Beach itself.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceThis jet ski safari adventure is a unique way to discover the beautiful island of Santorini, starting off on the black sandy shore of Perivolos. Santorini is a popular Greek island situated in the Aegean Sea. Perivolos Beach is a unique beach located...
Book this experienceAthinios port or simply Athinios is the primary ferry port of Santorini, located approximately 10 km south of the capital Fira. It is the only port on Santorini with regular passenger ferry services linking the island to Piraeus, Cyclades and Crete.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceSantorini caldera is a large, mostly submerged caldera, located in the southern Aegean Sea, 120 kilometers north of Crete in Greece.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceEnjoy a morning sea kayaking excursion off the coast of Santorini from Akrotiri. Welcoming adventurers from ages 14 and up! Santorini is a picturesque island located in the Cyclades archipelago in Greece. Akrotiri is a historic village loca...
Book this experienceAncient Thera is an antique city on a ridge of the steep, 360 m high Messavouno mountain on the Greek island of Santorini. It was named after the mythical ruler of the island, Theras, and was inhabited from the 9th century BC until 726 AD.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceKamari is a coastal village on the southeastern part of the Aegean island of Santorini, Greece, in the Cyclades archipelago with a population of approx. 1800 according to the 2001 census. It is part of the
Learn more Book this experienceFly over the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea on this fun parasailing flight from Perissa, Santorini! Take in the panoramic view of Santorini from 350 feet in the air (100 m). From this height, you can see all the way to the volcano of Sa...
Book this experiencePyrgos Kallistis or simply Pyrgos is a village on the Aegean island of Santorini, Greece, in the Cyclades archipelago with a population of 912 according to the 2011 census.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceTherasia, also known as Thirasía, is an island in the volcanic island group of Santorini in the Greek Cyclades. It lies north-west of Nea Kameni, a small island formed in recent centuries by volcanic activity and thus marking the centre of the island group.
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🏖️ Shore 🏖️ Ocean 🏘️ Town 🏖️ Coast 🏖️ Bay 🏰 Historic siteThira is one of the Cyclades islands in Greece. It is an amazing place to visit and there are so many things to see and do. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your trip:
1. Take your time – there is no need to rush around and try to see everything in one day. Plan your itinerary in advance so that you can take your time and really experience all that Thira has to offer.
2. Get up early – the best time to explore Thira is in the early morning when the streets are relatively quiet and the temperatures are cooler.
3. Dress appropriately – Thira can be quite warm during the day so it is important to dress appropriately. Light, loose-fitting clothing is best and don't forget to pack your sunscreen!
4. Explore the island – Thira is a small island but there is so much to see and do. Make sure you venture beyond the main town of Fira and explore some of the other villages and beaches.
5. Take your time – Thira is a place to relax and take your time. There is no need to hurry and try to see everything in one day. Plan your itinerary in advance so that you can take your time and really experience all that Th
Some popular activities in Thira include exploring the island's many beaches, hiking up to the active volcano of Santorini, visiting the archaeological site of Akrotiri, and enjoying the views from the top of the island's cliffs.
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