Santorini Attractions

Santorini's attractions include spots for great photography, archeological sites covered under volcanic ash, and churches with blue domes.

A blue-white dome and a belfry on Santorini island with the blue sea of the Aegean in the background.
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Santorini Attractions

An imposing grey rock with stairs dominates the surrounding seascape.
photo: Jorge Láscar / CC BY 2.0
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Skaros Rock

You believe you can fly and touch the sky? Skaros Rock is the closest to it but be warned, conquering the top is a gruelling Herculean labor. Use shoes.

A heart-like opening through which two land masses and the sea are visible.
photo: Klearchos Kapoutsis / CC BY 2.0
#2

The Heart of Santorini

The Heart of Santorini is a hole on a rock which makes excellent frame for pictures. Mind the slippery way down - it can be dangerous.

Ruins in the archaeological site of ancient Thera on the island of Santorini.
photo: Stan Zurek / CC BY-SA 3.0
#3

Archaeological Site of Ancient Thera

Kamari

People live in Santorini for more than 5000 years. These are the remains of Santorini's biggest town from 9th century BC to 726 AD.

A picture of a three-belled crown and blue dome, topped by Crosses, with a shiny blue background.
photo: LBM1948 / CC BY-SA 4.0
#4

Three Bells of Fira

Μaybe globally recognizable, this postcard church has a distinctive three-belled crown and an eternal blue-sea background.

A stone-built chapel with two white domes among trees in a picture where earthy colours dominate.
photo: momo / CC BY 2.0
#5

Prophet Elias Monastery

Prophet Elias is an enchanting monastery steeped in history. Stunning scenery and panoramic views that will take your breath away.

Old two-story buildings of light brown color with decaying paint and exposed rocks
photo: Klearchoskapoutsis / CC BY-SA 2.0
#6

Emporeio Venetian Fortification Settlement

The Emporio Venetian Castle is a narrow-alley maze of light earthy colors and Medieval vibes. Have your camera at hand.

A white lighthouse with brown-rock corners that shape squares sits atop a rocky hill and a Greek flag.
photo: Matt Kieffer / CC BY-SA 2.0
#7

Akrotiri Lighthouse

Come here for a sunset and you won't regret the climbing you need to do. The lighthouse is not open for visits but with such a view that's not important.

A series of white arches and the white dome of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Fira.
photo: Concepcion AMAT ORTAS / CC BY 3.0
#8

Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral

Fira

An impressive chandelier, stunning hagiography, lots of arches and an omnipresent white color. Cover up legs and arms to get in.

The Old Port of Santorini, located under the settlement of Fira.
photo: Klearchos Kapoutsis / CC BY 2.0
#9

Santorini Old Harbor

Entering Santorini's old harbor you feel dwarfed by the volcanic cliffs above. You can reach Fira by donkey, cable car or on foot.

A wooden construction built around the remains of the ancient village of Akrotiri.
photo: Klearchos Kapoutsis / CC BY 2.0
#10

Archaeological Site of Akrotiri

The village was buried under the ash of a volcanic eruption that destroyed the Minoan civilization 3600 years ago. Thanks to this, it's well-preserved.

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