Things To Do in Santorini
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Admire the ancient site of Akrotiri
Akrotiri, a half-hour drive from Monolithos, is Greece’s answer to Pompeii – a prehistoric city buried under volcanic... Read More
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Choose a stretch of Monolithos Beach
Choose a stretch of Monolithos Beach
This eastern sweep of beach is close to the town of Perissa, to the south of the island. It’s got cushiony sands and a... Read More
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Make the walk down to Amoudi Bay
Make the walk down to Amoudi Bay
The 200-step descent is worth the hassle for this hidden gem of a bay. It’s Gree... Read More
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Palia Kameni cocktail bar, opposite the cathedral
Palia Kameni cocktail bar, opposite the cathedral
This is the oldest bar on the island. It’s been open some 30-odd years and its t... Read More
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Stretch out on Kamari Beach
Stretch out on Kamari Beach
Also known as Black Beach, this is one of Santorini’s most popular seaside stret... Read More
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Climb up to the Venetian castle
Climb up to the Venetian castle
This 13th-century castle sits on top of a hill in the centre of Akrotiri’s moder... Read More
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Tuck into fresh fish in a seaside taverna
Tuck into fresh fish in a seaside taverna
Most of the eateries in tiny Monolithos congregate around the waterfront. Take a... Read More
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Destinations in Santorini
Top Destinations
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Perivolos
Holidays to Perivolos take you to Santorini's finest beach, and add in volcanic scenery, lots of watersports and easy access to the capital, Thira.
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Pyrgos
Holidays to Pyrgos take you to a quiet village in Santorini for spectacular views atop a volcanic crater, and leave you close to Thira for cosmopolitan bars and boutiques.
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Firostefani
With holidays to Firostefani you're high up on a volcanic crater with awe-inspiring views – and Santorini's buzzing capital is just a 15-minute walk away.
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Oia
Holidays to Oia take you to the Santorini you've seen all over postcards – where whitewashed buildings cling to the cliffside, providing iconic panoramas.
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Thira
Holidays to Thira take you to Santorini's capital, which is famous for its whitewashed sugar-cube buildings and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
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Akrotiri
Holidays to Akrotiri line up volcanic beaches, ancient ruins and seaside tavernas in one of Santorini’s best-kept secret spots.
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Messaria
Holidays to Messaria give you a healthy dose of classic Santorini – think sea views, cobbled lanes and whitewashed homes.