5 Days in Santorini: What to Do and See in Santorini

Day 1 | Morning

Fira Cable Car

Ticket Price: 6 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-0.5 Hours

Location: Santorini,Greece

Fira Cable Car, there are three ways to get to the town of Fira from the old port, take the cable car, ride a donkey or walk. Taking the cable car is undoubtedly a clean and fast way. From the cable car, you can see the crater of Santorini and the Aegean Sea, which is very beautiful.

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Fira Cable Car, don’t forget pay a visit to Museum of Prehistoric Thira.

Museum of Prehistoric Thira

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,8:00am-3:00pm

Ticket Price: 6 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Thera 847 00

Located in the town of Fira, next to the Whitechapel. The museum collects many prehistoric artifacts on the island, among which the more famous ones are the fisherman murals and golden goat statues found on the island. It is also a good place to enjoy the sunset on Holy Island.

Day 1 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini in advance, because all the tourists head to Museum of Prehistoric Thira love staying at it.

Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini

The Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Luxury Villa Blue Dome Santorini is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Santorini.

The hotel is conveniently located a short 10km drive from Santorini Airport. Keeping busy is easy, with Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Imerovigli Town and Katharon Monastery all nearby.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities.

Day 2 | Morning

Archaeological Museum Fira

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-3/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Closed from 1/1-3/31,Tue;Open from 4/15-10/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Closed from 4/15-10/31,Tue;Open from 11/6-12/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Closed from 11/6-12/31,Tue

Ticket Price: 15 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Erithrou Stavrou, Thira 847 00

The museum is small and difficult to find, but there are a lot of pottery on display, many from the sea in the south, and there are also some ancient Greek and ancient Roman statues for tourists to watch.

Day 2 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Archaeological Museum Fira, you can head to Akrotiri, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Akrotiri

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-3/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm;Open from 4/15-10/31,Mon-Tue,Thu-Sun,8:00am-8:00pm;Open from 4/15-10/31,Wed,8:30am-3:30pm;Open from 11/6-12/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,8:30am-3:30pm

Ticket Price: 15 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Thera 847 00, Greece

Akrotiri is a monument left over from the Cretan civilization in ancient Greece. It was once considered by scholars to be evidence that the disappeared residents of Atlantis once lived here. The site dates back to the 16th century BC, where archaeologists have discovered two- and three-story buildings, millennia-old murals, and an intricate system of canals.

Day 2 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Suites of The Gods Cave Spa is the best places.

Suites of The Gods Cave Spa

The 5-star Suites of the Gods Cave Spa Hotel offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Santorini. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a good night's sleep. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, room service, airport transfer are there for guest's enjoyment. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as internet access – wireless, private pool, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning. Recuperate from a full day of sightseeing in the comfort of your room or take advantage of the hotel's recreational facilities, including hot tub, fitness center, sauna, outdoor pool, indoor pool. For reliable service and professional staff, Suites of the Gods Cave Spa Hotel caters to your needs.

Day 3 | Morning

Ancient Thera

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,8:00am-3:00pm

Ticket Price: 4 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Kamari 847 00

The ancient Fira ruins were built around the 19th century BC, when a tribe first came to the holy island and built their settlement there. The leader of the tribe was called Fira. The site is said to have been inhabited until the Byzantine era.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Wine Museum-Koutsoyannopoulos nearby is the top choice before you leave Ancient Thera and hit the road.

Wine Museum-Koutsoyannopoulos

Opening Hours: Open on Sun,10:00am-7:00pm;Open on Mon-Sat,9:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 9.5 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Epar. Od. Messarias - Archeas Thiras, Vothonas 84700

Here you can taste the local wines of Santorini and learn about local winemaking knowledge. If you are a wine lover, you will not be disappointed by coming here. You can taste wine in this museum, learn about the history of winemaking on the island, and if you are lucky, you can see the owner of the local winery and be invited to taste delicious wines at his home. The museum offers audio guides in several languages. In addition, every Sunday evening (when open on Sundays), there is a "Greek Night" where you can see entertainment such as fighting, traditional dancing and music.

Day 3 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Wine Museum-Koutsoyannopoulos? Dreams Luxury Suites is one of your top choices.

Dreams Luxury Suites

Property Location You'll be centrally located in Santorini with a stay at Dreams Luxury Suites, minutes from Petros M. Nomikos Conference Centre and Archaeological Museum. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Wall Paintings of Thira Exhibition and Skaros Rock. Rooms Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring private spa tubs. Your memory

Day 4 | Morning

Megaro Gyzi Museum

Ticket Price: 3 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Fira 847 00, Greece

Located behind the Catholic Cathedral, the museum displays many old photographs documenting local events, including the shocking photos of Fira before and immediately after the 1956 earthquake. In addition, there are many maps and artworks on display here.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Megaro Gyzi Museum, Oia next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Oia

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Oia 847 02, Greece

At the top of the northern headland of Santorini is a small town called Oia, which is very large. Unlike the town of Fira, which has a slightly more commercial flavor, the main purpose of most tourists here is to enjoy the sunset here. It is said that "the sunset falls into the Aegean Sea" can be seen here. The sunset view of the small town of Oia has been used as a source of inspiration by many artists and photographers. White houses, blue-roofed churches, and traditional windmills are always intoxicating under the setting sun. Whenever the sun goes down, tourists will always flock here, find a good place to watch the sunset and sit quietly for an hour, watching the sun go down slowly and disappear into the horizon, leaving only a crimson on the sea. Afterglow, the whole world calms down. Tourists can't help clapping their hands and applauding, praising this beautiful sunset. There are two platforms on the west side of the town, one is a seaside platform similar to the beacon tower, and the other is a small square under the windmill. These two places are good places to watch the sunset. Of course, you can also choose a restaurant with a good view and enjoy the food while watching the sunset. But remember to arrive early, otherwise you won't be able to get a seat. A seafood feast with Santorini specialty wine, and the sunset is very romantic. After nightfall, the small town of Oia still has a restless heart. There are various bars and nightclubs here. If you don’t go to nightclubs, you can also choose to go shopping. The small shops between the narrow alleys of Qingshi are usually open until one or two in the morning, so it is still crowded with people late at night, and the lights inside and outside the store are bright. Due to the relatively long sunshine hours in summer in Greece, the sun will only go down at 7 or 8 o'clock every night, so you still have enough time to visit other scenery of the town during the day. You can go to the Blue Roof Church to see, maybe you will meet the newlyweds who are having a wedding. Take a walk along the footpath of the town and see the white and blue huts from afar, blending in with the sky and the sea, and you can take pictures here. In addition, if economic conditions permit, you can choose to stay here for one night, choose that kind of Villa, open the window and face the sea, so that you can feel the dream-like scenery, which is very romantic.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: It's beautiful. I wanted to come back in summer. I was small in Santorinia and I went around by rental car in a day. I was the most beautiful Iama and stayed in Ia. I was really impressed because it was a scene I saw in the ad. But I don't recommend it very much in winter, but in winter, it was renovated, and there were many places where the cafe on the sea was closed.

Trip.com User: Oia is arguably the most beautiful village in santorini. Spend half a day wondering along the tiny lanes and you’ll be rewarded with breathtakingly beautiful views of blue domed churches. Atlantis bookshop is a must-visit in Oia!

Day 4 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Oia, Andronis Boutique Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Andronis Boutique Hotel

Andronis Boutique Hotel is set in the quiet town of Oia, 4 km from Paradisos Beach. The spectacular views over the Caldera are coupled with facilities such as the hotel spa, swimming pool, organic restaurant and personalized services.

Andronis suites reflect traditional Aegean style. With minimalist design and decoration, each features a private furnished balcony with sea view. Amenities include free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs, a hydromassage shower cabin, bathrobes and slippers, as well as a minibar with organic snacks.

You can start your day with an a la carte breakfast. Santorini's rich, unique products such as its sun-dried tomatoes, capers, white eggplants and split beans are cooked with age-old recipes and new cooking methods at the Andronis restaurant. The poolside snack bar serves beverages, drinks and an all-day menu for light meals and snacks.

Cooking lessons, yoga classes, private candlelit dinners and restaurant reservations can be arranged through the multilingual reception staff. There are at least ten different wineries to explore on the island, and an excellent place to begin is at the wine tasting events of the Andronis Luxury Suites.

Fira, Santorini’s main town is 12 km away. Santorini Airport is at 18 km, and Athinios Port is at 20 km.

Day 5 | Morning

Fira

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Fair, Santorini

Fira (also known as Thira), a small town built on the edge of a 400-meter-high volcano in the west of Santorini, has a spectacular view. The walls of the town houses are all white and the roofs are dark blue, which is in harmony with the sky, sea and ocean. Mixed into one, it is a postcard with a single shot. Fira is not only a traditional residential place, it is very prosperous. The town is convenient for taxis and there are many hotels. From here, there are direct buses to Oia town, black sand beach and red sand beach. It can be said to be the bus transfer station of Holy Island. Every peak season in July, August and September is basically crowded with tourists, many of whom are newly married couples who come here for their honeymoon. In the leisure time of a morning in the town, you can overlook the Aegean Sea, overlook the volcanic island on the opposite side, blow the sea breeze, sunbathe or walk around on the trails and take photos. In the evening, you can sit in the restaurant near the cliff and enjoy delicious food while watching the sunset. At night, it's even brighter. You can go to the bar to listen to music and relax with a glass of wine.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: Fira is the most bustling part of Santorini. There are countless cafes, bars and restaurants. You’ll be spoilt for choice. Many restaurants with good caldera views are packed with tourists. Just walking down the streets, you’ll feel the pulse of Fira.

Tazzy: I have been there twice, around 15 years, this time I feel like I am going to the first time 😩 There are many tourists 😖

Day 5 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Santorini.

Santorini

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Days

Location: Santorini, Greece

Santorini Island is located in the southern part of the Aegean Sea in Greece. It is picturesque and has a large number of classic blue and white buildings in the Aegean Sea. It is also known for its brightly colored beaches and pure and beautiful bays. It has become a honeymoon paradise and holiday destination that countless people dream of. It is also the place where the legendary ancient developed civilization Atlantis sank, full of mystery. The island of Santorini is crescent-shaped from north to south, and the eastern part of the gentle terrain is scattered with beaches; the hills in the middle are full of vineyards; the west side has a large area of cliffs, towering and connected, on which many cliffs are built. The hotel, sitting on a calm bay to enjoy a 360-degree beautiful sea view and watch the sunset, is very romantic. The main towns on the island are Fira and Oia. Although Santorini is not big, it is worth savoring and exploring. The public transportation system on the island is not very punctual, so it is a better choice to rent a car to travel around. If you find it too troublesome to drive by yourself, you can also take a cruise around the island organized by a local tour group. In addition, you can also participate in other projects such as sightseeing, hiking, and sea kayaking. Santorini Island is located in the small town of Fira above the cliff on the west side. There are many shops and restaurants among the narrow alleys here. It is a lively place on the island and a good place to watch the sea. Here you can experience the feeling of riding a small donkey, go to the winery on the island to taste a glass of mellow Greek wine, you can also enjoy the sea breeze on the black sand beach, red sand beach or Berisha beach of Kamari, enjoy the sun and feel the beach Colorful nightlife. The iconic blue-roofed church, once featured on the cover of National Geographic, is also on the trail leading to the town of Firostefani from Fira. The small town of Oia, a 20-minute drive from Fira, is another large town in Santorini. In addition to the blue-roofed church that can be seen everywhere, there is also a beautiful sunset here. You can see the Aegean Sea and the white towns with your own eyes. A moving picture under the sunset. Volcano sightseeing in Santorini is also one of the most popular tourist items. You can sign up for local tour groups in various towns here to go by boat. You can hike on Kameni Volcano or in the sulphur hot springs in the bay. Swimming, you can also take a small submarine to visit the deep water under the Thira crater, there are many special experiences. If you are particularly interested in the history and culture of ancient Greece, you can go to the ruins of Akrotiri and ancient Fira, which are the remnants of the legendary Atlantis, which should not be missed, but the mountain road is relatively rugged, so you must Wear appropriate shoes and clothing. Shopping in Santorini is also indispensable, with various handicraft stores and jewelry stores everywhere on the island. The island's landscape paintings, volcanic stone handicrafts, handmade gold jewelry, traditional costumes, and local specialties are also good choices.

Reviews from Real Guests:

NanFeiJan: If there is one place you must visit in your life, Santorini is it. When you first look at photos about Santorini, you might think that the Aegean sea can't really be so blue. I remember my wife told me it's only photos.. and then we got there. Wow, the first morning I woke up and looked at the blue sea from my hotel balcony... there are no words to describe it. And then the sunsets, the blue sky, whitewashed buildings. Believe me, it is an experience you won't ever forget.

Trip.com User: the highlight of Santorini is watching the sunset. if you are staying on the westside of the island, you can see the sunset from almost anywhere. it is best to take a plane from Athens to Santorini, much faster but costly. A boat ride is cheaper but can take 5+ hours or longer. Fira, the local city, is very vibrant with lots of tourists from the cruise boats.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.