The small island of Santorini in Greece is famous for its photogenic old blue and white buildings, its magnificent high-end hotels with infinity pools, and its breathtaking views of the ocean.
Santorini is almost synonymous with luxury nowadays, but it is also possible to visit the island on a budget, and many of the best things to do in Santorini are free, such as walking around the historic towns, taking photos, relaxing on the beach, and watching the sunset.
A trip to the Greek islands would not be complete without seeing Santorini for at least a few days, and it is easier than ever to get there from Athens and other major cities In Europe.
In this guide to Santorini, you will learn how to get there, where to stay, what transport and tourist packages you can use and what are the best things to do on the Island!
The best tours of Santorini
First of all, if you only have a short stay in Santorini, such as a few days or less, a day trip can be a great way to see the island.
We recommend GetYourGuide for visits to Santorini! They have highly appreciate private tours or shared tours that lead to a number of the best tourist sites such as Oia, Pyrgos and Perissa.
You can also hire a private photographer to photograph you in a flowing dress with the buildings and the seascape of Santorini in the background, as you always see on Instagram.
We have used this company for many day trips and activities worldwide, and they are great! Recommended.
Where is the Island of Santorini located?
Santorini is an island in the Aegean Sea, southeast of mainland Greece. The distance between Athens and Santorini is approximately 230 kilometers (140 mi) by flight.
Although it is only one of the 30 main islands that make up the Cyclades group of Greek islands, Santorini is by far the most famous island of the group and probably the most famous island in Greece!
Santorini was of volcanic origin, and there are still natural hot springs and other traces of volcanic activity around the caldera that may be interesting to see.
How to get to Santorini Greece
The island of Santorini can be reached by plane or by ferry.
Santorini
Flying to Santorini is the easiest, fastest and most expensive (but recommended) way to get there. Santorini Airport (JTR) is served daily non-stop by Athens, as well as by some international cities such as Frankfurt, London and Rome.
The best airline is Aegean (or its subsidiary Olympic Air) instead of Sky Express if you have the choice, but any of them is suitable. Free checked baggage is usually included in the ticket price.
