Perissa is a seaside village on the south east coast of Santorini with several kilometers of dramatic black sand beach. Towering over the beach on the north side is the mountain of Mesa Vouno which is believed to be the place where the ancient city of Elefsina used to stand. One of the largest churches on the island, Timiou Stavrou Read more...

Athinios is 8.5 km south of Fira and is a port rather than a village. Backed by stark volcanic cliffs, Órmos Athiniós handles ferry routes between Santorini and destinations including Naxos and Ios, plus Piraeus on mainland Greece. Simple cafes and pizzerias, ice cream stands, and souvenir stores selling jewellery and ceramics cluster around the harbour. Taxis and buses to Read more...

Oia (pronounced I-a), located on the northern point of the island, is 12 km north west of Fira, and is the most photographed of all villages on Santorini. Home to magical sunsets, chocolate-box architecture, and delightful art galleries, it is also its most frequented destination. Every evening, thousands of people crowd the tight little streets and winding steps of Oia Read more...

Monolithos on the south east coast, took its name from the large rock ‘Monolitho’ upon which stands the church of Agios Ioannis. It has a lovely beach and a few good taverns. The water is shallow so it is ideal for families with children. Monolithos has the only Tomato Canning Factory still operational on the island. The factory belongs to Read more...

Mesa Gonia is 6,5 km south east of Fira. Although small, it is absolutely worth visiting. Quiet Episkopi Gonias (it’s official name since 1915) sits on the flank of Mount Profitis Ilias. Abandoned for many years after a 1956 earthquake, its alleys are now lined with restored whitewashed cottages, tavernas, and boutique hotels, some in caves carved from the rock. Read more...

Mesaria is 3 km south east of Fira. This charming village sits on the edge of Santorini’s caldera, and its terrace bars, tavernas, and elegant hotels are popular sunset-viewing spots. The neoclassical Argyros Mansion has a museum of lavish antique furniture, and Canava Santorini ouzo distillery is open for tours and tastings. Agios Dimitrios Church is notable for its pebble-dashed Read more...