Santorini is one of the best islands in the world that should be included in your travel bucket list! The inviting sight of the vivid colors of structures resting on a cliff is one of the mainstream pictures of the island that is located in the southern Cyclades. Haven’t been in Santorini yet? No problem! We will accompany you and tour you to Santorini’s villages and towns today! Tips and travel hacks such as getting you the best deal out of
Santorini studios are also included in this article. You better have your pen and paper handy so you can list down a helpful guide that you can make use of for your next holiday in Santorini.
Fira
Fira is the capital of Santorini- of both commercial and arts. One of the most obvious things you will notice about Fira is that it is overpopulated with tourists. Why? Not only it is the capital city of the island, but also its suburb, Ornos, is where cruise ships dock. Making Fira the first village most visitors see and experience upon their arrival to the breathtaking island of Santorini. There are a lot of things to do in Fira. One can visit the art galleries and museums here or drop by the largest shopping stores tucked in the cobblestone streets in Fira. Moreover, there are an overflowing number of restaurants, coffee shops and night bars in Fira. You’ll experience the best night out in this village! Tip: Tango and Enigma bars are worth checking out!
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| Fira Village |
Oia
Oia and Fira are like inseparable sisters as these villages are the two most developed tourist centers in Santorini. In fact, most of the holidaymakers pick
Oia hotels over Fira’s because the settlement of the village on the west gives the tourists the best view of Caldera and the sunset! The traditional town of Oia is also called “Apano Meria” by the locals. Did you know that Oia is one of the most photographed places in Greece and in the world? Thanks to its perfect architecture that features Cycladic houses and villas perched on a cliff and some of the most renown Captains’ houses! Tip: If you are looking for an affordable private apartment or studio during your stay in Oia,
Nikos Villas is always up to accommodate your needs. Make sure to give them a call!
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| Nikos Villas and Apartments in Oia, Santorini. |
Imerovigli
Another pretty town in Santorini is called Imerovigli. It is only 3 km away from the villages of Fira and Firostefani. For the adventurers, hiking is one of the suggested activities to do in Imerovigli. Make sure to get to the end of the trail, to the Skaros Rock Formation. You can also start a pilgrim here by visiting the Church of Panagia Malteza which houses some of the most important icons that represent scenes from the Old Testament. Tip: This town is only a bus away from Fira yet it offers the most affordable side of Santorini.
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| Imerovigli and Skaros Rock. |
Pyrgos
A quiet hillside town that is 8 km away from Fira is Pyrgos which is also the highest point of Santorini. It offers the best panoramic view of the scenic villages in Santorini such as Messaria, Imerovigli, Karterados, Skaros, Firostefani, Oia, and Fira. You will also find two of the most visited tourist sites in Santorini in Pyrgos, the Kasteli, and the Profitis Ilias Monastery. There are traditional restaurants, small taverns, grocery stores, and halls that pump music concerts in the area. Tip: Pyrgos is a must-visit place during Easter! Go see it, yourself!
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| The Pyrgos Kasteli during Easter! |
Megalochori
The most remote village on our list is the Megalochori which is 10 km away from the town of Fira. It is also dubbed as the winery capital of Santorini even the vineyards are widely scattered on the island. Some of the wineries you should see when in Megalochori are the Antoniou, Boutari, and Gavalas Vineyards and Wineries. Moreover, a glimpse of the two remote beaches of Thermi and Plaka and the chapel of Agios Nikolaos is also accessible from Megalochori.
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| The chapel of Agios Nikolaos. |
