The imposing cliffside drops to an organized fine white pebble-beach. The adventurous can reach White Beach through a cave from here. Read more.
Accessible only by boat, with shallow water that's very warm in the summer. You can catch a boat from the Red Beach - don't forget to bring your own supplies. Read more.
The famous black-sanded beach, laid back but organized with a variety of restaurants, bars and water sports available. Read more.
Superb black-sanded beach that deepens quickly and might be buffeted by winds. It has a relaxed atmosphere with various food and entertainment options available. Read more.
Very popular and very long grey-black sanded beach with a great view of Mesa Vouno. Buzzed by planes (airport is nearby). Many food and entertainment options available. Read more.
Shallow and family friendly, with many food and entertainment options available along the coastal road. Read more.
The quiet port of Vourvoulou also has a beach at the northern end, with changing rooms and a restaurant. Read more.
A quiet, family friendly and sandy beach that's dotted with large boulders. The beach is preferred by locals and features a tavern nearby. Read more.
A small fishing village nestled snugly between volcanic cliffs, its a great place to cliff dive or watch the sunset. Go swim at the islet of Agios Nikolaos nearby. Read more.
The museum houses exhibits from Minoan, Hellenistic and Roman times. You'll gain an even greater appreciation of Ancient Akrotiri and Ancient Thira if you visit here first. Read more.
A spectacular view, but try to avoid making the trek in the middle of the day. Avoid flip-flops, bring lots of water and sunscreen because it'll be hard to tear yourself from the view. Read more.
To experience a traditional Orthodox festival up close, visit the famous church during its Saints Day, on August 15th. Read more.
High up a serene cobbled street of Thira is a Catholic church that's beautiful both outside as well as in. Well worth a visit if you seek enlightenment, or simply want peace and quiet for a while. Read more.
Climbing to the top affords you a magical 360 degree view of the Aegean but you'll need a good pair of shoes and 45 minutes of legwork. Not family-friendly, you'll need to bring your own provisions. Read more.
Having jumped off the boat, swim quickly to the warmer water but make sure that you're not wearing your best bathing suit because the iron-rich springs stain. Read more.
The open air cinema is a modern Greek tradition. There are no assigned seats so make sure you arrive early to avoid the queue. It's at the outskirts of Kamari, about a 20 minute walk. Read more.
A step back in time, to 1627 B.C.. All the artifacts have been moved to the Archeological museum in Thera, so begin your introduction to the Minoan civilization there. Read more.
You can reach the ancient city from Kamari or Perissa, but only the Kamari side is paved and reachable by car or ATV. Remember to bring your own provisions. Read more.
