Santorini: The romantic , volcanic island
Swim
Swim •Red beach The pebbly sand here is red and the backdrop is stunning •Vlyxada beach, is a long stretch of coarse black sand with white, moon-like, volcanic cliffs •Perivolos, is the most upscale beach in the island
Eat
Eat
•High end
•Selene:Fine dining located inside of a converted monastery ($$$)
•By the sea
•Ammoudi fish tavern ($$-$$$) •Moderate
•Metaxy mas, highly recommended in Exo Gonia village, for its food and nice atmosphere ($$)
•Argo in countryside close to Fira ($$)
Worth to do
Worth to do •Watch the magnificent sunset from Oia, Fira or from your boat! Numerous people have come to Santorini for this!!! •See and explore the remains of the ancient Minoan Bronze-Age village that was abandoned before (and buried by) the island’s devastating volcanic eruption in the 16th Century BC. Well preserved!
Entertainment
Things to do •Caldera hike from Fira to Oia (2h 30min) •Visit one of the famous wineries for wine tasting and touring •Best wine: Vassaltis,
Hatzidakis and Estate Argyros
•Best view: Venetsanosand Santo •Best for food: Sigalasand Avantis
Shop
Shop
•Atlantis bookstore in Oia, the perfect place for booklovers as it offers a wide variety of unique and rare books in many genres and languages. The shop is an attraction in itself, worthy even just passing by and exploring its shelves.
•Speira, a ‘sophisticated’ concept store in Oia, is a
destination in its own right, perfect for a delightful afternoon outing.
•La boheme Santorini, for picking up a souvenir that
adds some Greek vibes to your home
