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.
Viewpoint in Santorini
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. The crowd gathers an hour before sunset and applauds when the sun drops into the Aegean. The view of the caldera, the white villages, and the volcanic islands turns from white to gold to pink. Budget travelers claim their spot early, bring a bottle of wine from the supermarket, and watch the show that has been drawing visitors to Santorini for decades.
Practical
Before you go
- Address
- Oia Main Road, 847 02 Ia Municipal Unit
- Good to know
Nearby
More in Santorini
Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Fira
Fira is the capital of Santorini, perched on the caldera rim with views down to the volcanic islands below. Free to walk.
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.
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.
Working out what Santorini costs?
The whole of Santorini