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 climbing routes. Swimming to Perissa can either be combined with climbing for the more active, or with a visit to the churches of the Timios Stavros and Agia (St.) Irini. There are frequent buses from Fira to Perissa.