Santorini Holidays

Greek holidays to Santorini are the perfect meze mix of volcanic beaches, postcard-worthy sunsets and tasty eats.

A dramatic entrance

After its volcano erupted and crumbled into the sea, the caldera of this South Aegean Island was left standing and Santorini was born. With pebble-strewn beaches at its feet and jaw-dropping views from the clifftop crown, this ultra-popular getaway in Greece has charm to spare.

Snap-tastic scenes

Santorini’s capital, Thira, is as Greek as it gets. Sugar-cube white houses and churches are topped with blue domes to match the azure water below, so you'll be reaching for your camera non-stop. To the north, crater-edge Oia is the best spot for swoon-worthy sunsets – no filter needed.

Sun-soaked sands

Over on the east coast, fun and sun are served up in spades on Santorini’s best beaches. Kamari’s dark curve is lined with sunloungers and eateries, ideal for sunbathing and seafood sampling. For watersports out on the surf, head to Perissa.

At a glance

Grab a picnic and watch the sunset from Oia
Party into the wee hours on open-air terraces in Thira
Kick back on black and grey sands in Kamari

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Striking shores

Think of Santorini’s dramatic coast as a throwback to epic beginnings. When an eruption sank the island's centre, it left a crescent of rugged cliffs on black-sand beaches. Coastal hotspots have the lion’s share of shores, while clifftop Thira makes up for a lack of sand with ocean views.
The big beach

Kamari is a five-kilometre Blue Flag award-winning beach of volcanic sand and pebbles. Bars and restaurants pour cold drinks against a mountainous backdrop, and the catch of the day's served right on the sand. Keep your flip-flops handy, as the black stuff can be hot on your toes.
The secret beach

A short stroll from Oia village leads to a little gem hidden by rough cliffs. Katharos beach is a great place to escape the crowds, and this secluded spot's speckled with black and grey pebbles in signature Santorini style. The view from the clifftop restaurant is also well worth a gander.

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Snap up some souvenirs in Kamari or Perissa, where the beachfront shops are packed with local arts, crafts and traditional knick-knacks. They’re also a safe bet for holiday goodies like beach bags and sun hats. For a true Santorini takeaway, grab a volcanic pumice stone or two to keep your post-holiday skin soft.
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With its views inspiring countless artists over the years, Oia is the go-to for island art. Trawl the charming galleries for that special piece to hang over your mantel. If you're after something more traditional and tasty to take home, pay a visit to a local winery – they'll sort you out with some vintage Greek bottles.
Designer Buys

If you're looking to splash out on a wearable memento from your Santorini holiday, make tracks to Thira's Gold Street. There are no prizes for guessing what the speciality is here. Browse the Byzantine bling and select something glittery for your jewellery collection.

Laid-back evenings

When golden hour rolls around, soak up a spectacular sunset in Oia. Grab a picnic and squeeze in next to the locals lining the cliffside, or book a table at an ocean-facing restaurant for some more elbow room. If you're feeling flashy, cruise out onto the sea for views of the coast on one side and the setting sun on the other.
Lively evenings

As the sun sinks down, head up to Thira for a night on the tiles in the town's drinking and dancing dens. Sip cocktails out on a breezy taverna terrace, or seek out live music hidden among the winding streets. For beachside boogying, Kamari and Perissa are set up with DJs after dark.

Tomatokeftedes

Fry up dollops of chopped tomato, onion, herbs and flour until golden, and you'll get tomatokeftedes – also known as tomato balls or tomato pancakes. Delicious.
Fava

Santorini provides fertile land for fava beans, which are whipped up into this luscious dip that you can spread on just about anything. Pro tip – add a dash of lemon juice for extra zing.
Chloro

A treasure hunt for this rarely spotted local goat's cheese is well worth it. Soft and mild, it’s great in a tomato salad or alongside grilled vegetables.
Koufeto

Sweet bites for a sweet life – that’s the motto of this honey and almond combo. You’ll usually find it at weddings, where it's thought to bring marital luck to newlyweds.
Vinsanto

Santorini’s rich volcanic soil is perfect grape-growing terrain, and there’s no shortage of local vintages. Red, sweet and memorable, Vinsanto is rightly popular. Raise a glass with the locals and say 'yamas' – that's cheers in Greek.

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Santorini Holidays

A dramatic entrance

Snap-tastic scenes

Sun-soaked sands

At a glance

Destinations in Santorini

Top Destinations

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Striking shores

The big beach

The secret beach

Bargain Buys

Mid-Range Buys

Designer Buys

Laid-back evenings

Lively evenings

Tomatokeftedes

Fava

Chloro

Koufeto

Vinsanto

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