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One of the largest and most popular beaches in the homonymous village of Santorini, with kilometers of fine, black, volcanic sand and crystal waters. The major part of the beach is organized, providing umbrellas and sun beds as well as restaurants, shops and cafes. At the left end of the beach there is the high limestone rock etched with...
A large and very special beach. All along the beach arises a high wall of soft, light colored, volcanic ash. Nature, using the wind and the sea as tools, has carved large sculptures resembling the art of Gaudi. Observe and let your imagination discover the figures. A small part of the beach is organized, while the largest is quiet and...
Perivolos beach is an extension of the Perissa beach, having the common characteristics of fine black sand and crystal waters. Perivolos is a popular destination among young people since most of the beach bars of the island are gathered here, where fun starts from midday. Music, dance and water sports are the main attractions in Perivolos....
The Red Beach is a unique combination of deep red volcanic rock and Aegean blue waters. Swim in the crystal clear waters and enjoy the beautiful scenery created by nature. The beach is near Akrotiri, eight kilometers from Fira. You will leave your means of transportation across the parking lot and follow a short path (the path ascends...
The village of Kamari has one of the largest beaches in Santorini, accessible by car throughout its length. Five kilometers of fine black sand, just ten kilometers from Fira. Most of the beach is organized with wooden walkways, deck chairs and umbrellas that make the stay more enjoyable, since the temperature of the black sand in the summer...
The small harbor just below Ia is known for its tavernas by the sea, but also for the special feature that it gives those who want to swim. Following the path on your left after passing by the restaurants, you arrive at a point opposite a small island with the church of Agios (St.) Nikolaos. You can swim up to the small island or swim right...
The Kolumbos beach is located on the northeastern side of the island (four kilometers from Ia) and took its name from the homonymous active underwater volcano (at 18 meters depth). The beach is covered with small pebbles. The small cape at the end of the beach is ideal for snorkeling, and good swimmers will enjoy swimming up to the edge of...
The only white beach on the island, how could it not attract attention among all the black beaches! It is a pebble beach with crystal blue waters in front and tall white cliffs in the back. Access is possible by boat (daily cruises pass by White Beach), or by a difficult trail from the beach Kambia. On the beach there is a small cave with a...
A large beach near Ia, with the characteristic black sand of the island. A part of it, called Paradise, is organized with umbrellas, sun beds and a beach bar, but the rest of the beach is plain nature without human interference. The direction of the beach makes it inappropriate when north winds blow. You can easily access it, because it lays...
The last beach on the southwestern tip of Santorini outside of the caldera. A quiet beach with black volcanic pebbles and a volcanic “aspa” wall rising at the back. It is located next to White Beach so the more active can swim up to it. There are umbrellas and sun beds, a small taverna and some caves where fishermen store their boats. The...
The beach is located between the Red and the White Beach. You can access the beach either by following the dirt road that starts from the road to the lighthouse of Akrotiri or by following the path that connects this beach with the Red Beach. It is a quiet beach with big pebbles. Part of it is organized and there is also a small taverna...
Located at the southern part of Santorini, is the last beach inside the caldera. Accessible by a downhill path, with some difficulty since there is a flimsy ground of pumice. You follow the road to the Lighthouse of Akrotiri, after passing the intersection to the beach Mesa Pigadia, turn right on first dirt road. A quiet beach with black...
A beach, inside the caldera, accessible by a path that starts from the Boutari winery at Megalochori (7.5 km from Fira). Like the neighboring beach Loutra (Baths) Plakas, has hot springs, but without any facilities. The beach is also called Christos because of the homonymous chapel that you will find on the way. It is a quiet beach for those...
A beach, inside the caldera, where thermal waters gush, beneficial for various diseases. A path from Megalochori leads to the beach that had once organized thermal baths, which are now deserted. On your way you will see the chapel of Agios (St.) Nikolaos and on the beach the old buildings.
A very small beach below the village of Ia. It is accessible by stairs, the first part of which is quite steep. Here also, you may swim within the caldera, in absolute silence, with the gorgeous views over Ia and the caldera of the island. There is a pier for boats, a few houses and a taverna. Before you descend, ask if the road is open,...
For those who visit the archaeological site of Akrotiri and then want to swim at a quiet beach, an option is the Almira beach, between the area of Vlichada and Akrotiri in southern Santorini.
A sandy, quiet beach between the beach of Kamari and Monolithos near the airport. The tomato factory Avis was there, which gave the beach its name. It is also called the beach of Exo Gonia. (10 kilometers from Fira)
On the northwestern part of the island is one of the best options for swimming if you're staying in Ia. Start following the road to Ammoudi and at a left turn you'll see signs for the beach Katharos. A small path will lead you to the beach. The beach consists of black sand and pebbles while in the water there are large round stones. The water...
