Karterados is 2 km south east of Fira, more or less in the centre of the island. Historic Karterádos is an inland village with a cluster of whitewashed chapels, including St. Mary’s Church, with a red dome. Cave houses date from the 17th century, and a restored windmill sits in the main square. Surrounding streets are lined by lively tavernas, Read more...

Kamari is a cosmopolitan beach resort on the south east of Santorini, with a stone-paved promenade which is closed off to traffic during the summer months.Kamari offers a wealth of cafes, bars, restaurants, shops and supermarkets, as well as a lively nightlife. The beach is organised, with sun beds, umbrellas, water sports and diving. Read more...

Vothonas is 4 km south east of Fira surrounded by vineyards. Peaceful Vothonas is a whitewashed village tucked into a steep valley, with many dwellings and elegant hotels set in cave houses carved out of volcanic rock. The Koutsoyannopoulos Wine Museum displays wine-making machinery and tools in a former wine cave, and the blue-domed Agia Anna Church has a tower Read more...

A small village with a charming port close to the beach. Small yachts and boats anchor in the marina there and you can enjoy a meal including fresh fish in the local, traditional taverns. It is famous for its peaceful beach surrounded by incredible cliffs naturally carved by the wind, the volcano and the sea. Additionally, you can visit the Read more...

Pyrgos is 4.5 km south east of Fira. Its traditional whitewashed buildings, ruins of neoclassical mansions, and picturesque blue-domed churches, make it a treat to wander the narrow winding paths of Pyrgos. Subdued, authentic, and refreshingly devoid of tourists, the village is wrapped amphitheatrically around a hill crowned by the well-preserved remnants of a Venetian castle. Its privileged position in Read more...