Oia, Santorini Island
Santorini Sightseeing

Santorini Sightseeing, Tourist Attractions, Santorini Beaches, Archaeological sites

Santorini is a wonderful island offering you great options for sightseeing and explorations to discover some of the unique Santorini beaches, tourist attractions and archaeological sites. On this page you we provide you with the information you need about Santorini sightseeing at the most impressive spots on the island.

Santorini Beaches with astonishing characteristics
In Santorini it is certain that you will find astonishing beaches, where you can relish endless hours of swimming and soaking the warm Aegean Sun. Apart from the wonderful beaches of Armeni, Baxedes and Ammoudi in the Oia area, we suggest that you take a dive to some of the sandy beaches of the island in which the volcanic element prevails. Take a swim at the Red Beach in Akrotiri, as well as the White Beach that can be approached by caique. Jump at the chance to visit the Black Beaches in Kamari, Monolithos, Perissa and Perivolos with the pitch-black thick sand and the clear refreshing waters.

Santorini Sightseeing at impressive archaeological sites and museums
While in Santorini you can dedicate some of your time to visit the fine archaeological sights and attractions around the island. Start off your tour from Oia where it is worth seeing the Maritime Museum roofed under a restored 19th century captain manor. Take a stroll around the settlement and admire the lovely churches and chapels with the exquisite belfries, some of which are among the most photographed on Santorini.

Some other amazing attractions on Santorini Island are the Minoan City in Akrotiri, the ancient ruins of the City of Thira in Mesa Vouno near Kamari, the Gizi Megaron in Fira, as well as the Archaeological, Folklore and Prehistoric Thira Museums, the Castle in Emporio and the ruins of the Venetian Castle “Skaros” in Imerovigli.

Unique Tourist Attractions at the best destination in the Aegean
While on Santorini you have the unique opportunity to visit exciting attractions, try different things and spend your holiday in very special way. Some of the must-do things while on Santorini are the following:
  • Join one of the daily or half day boat trips touring the Caldera. You will have the chance hike up the volcano, bathe into the warm therapeutical waters of the hot springs, visit the islet of Thirassia and finish your evening with sunset watching aboard the boat.
  • Explore the wonderful traditional village of Oia, with the quaint cobbled streets, the 18th century captains’ mansions and the most romantic views of the sunset in the Aegean. Take in the inspiring sunset views over a glass of wine and a delicious dinner at a caldera-rimmed restaurant.
  • Whether you are a wine connoisseur or not, visit one of the local wineries on the island, most of the lying inland Santorini. You will sample the unique Santorini wine with the rich flavor and unique aroma, deriving from the volcanic soil of the island, and you will be given all the interesting details about vineyard growing and wine production in Santorini. In some wineries pre-arrangement is required.
Volcano, Santorini, Greece Santorini Island
Red Beach Akrotiri, Santorini, Greece Santorini Island
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