Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Akrotiri is a Minoan Bronze Age settlement buried by the volcanic eruption of Thera around 1627 BC, preserved under volcanic ash like a Greek Pompeii. Entry is paid at a modest price.
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Fira
Fira is the capital of Santorini, perched on the caldera rim with views down to the volcanic islands below. Free to walk. The cliff-edge path connecting Fira to Imerovigli is one of the best free walks in Greece, following the caldera rim through villages and past churches for about 3 kilometers. Budget travelers stay in Fira (cheaper than Oia), walk the caldera path, and eat at the cheaper restaurants one street back from the cliff edge.
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Oia
Oia is the village at the northern tip of Santorini with the blue-domed churches, the white cave houses, and the sunset that appears on every Greek island postcard. Free to walk.
Oia Sunset
The Oia sunset is the most famous sunset in Europe, watched from the castle ruins at the western tip of the village. Free.
Red Beach
Red Beach is a small volcanic beach near the ancient site of Akrotiri, backed by dramatic red and black lava cliffs. Free.
Santorini Caldera Path
The caldera path is a walking trail that follows the volcanic rim from Fira through Firostefani and Imerovigli toward Oia. Free.
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