Quick Summary:

  • Question: Where is Santorini located and what makes it unique?
  • Answer: Santorini is among the Cyclades islands located in Greece’s Aegean Sea. The volcanic island offers beaches made from the red, white, and black remnants of volcanic explosions. The stone sharply contrasted against the clear blue waters of the surrounding sea.
  • Question: What can visitors explore on Santorini?
  • Answer: Settlements on the island are full of history dating back to the 16th century, and offer classic Cycladic architecture and breathtaking views.
  • Question: How large is Santorini and what should visitors do there?
  • Answer: Just 30 miles square, Santorini begs visitors to day trip to the various villages, beaches, and historic sites.


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1. Akrotiri ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Akrotiri | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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2. Ammoudi Bay ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ammoudi Bay | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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3. Anafi Island

Romantic Islands
Anafi Island | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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4. Crete

Crete | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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5. Emporio

Emporio | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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6. Finikia

Finikia | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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7. Fira

Fira | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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8. Firostefani

Firostefani | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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9. Imerovigli

Imerovigli | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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10. Ios

Ios | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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11. Kamari

Kamari | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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12. Megalochori

Megalochori | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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13. Mesa Gonia

Mesa Gonia | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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14. Messaria

Messaria | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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15. Nea Kameni

Nea Kameni | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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16. Oia

Oia | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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17. Perissa

Perissa | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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18. Profitis Ilias

Profitis Ilias | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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19. Pyrgos

Pyrgos | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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20. Red Beach

Category: Beaches
Red Beach | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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21. Skaros Rock

Skaros Rock | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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22. The Castle of Agios Nikolaos

Romantic Castles
The Castle of Agios Nikolaos | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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23. Thirassia Island

Romantic Islands
Thirassia Island | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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24. Vothonas

Vothonas | Weekend & Day Trips from Santorini, Greece
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