Best tourist attractions in the world - Santorini Greek island

Greek island of Santorini is one of the most beautiful place on Earth. Santorini is an island in the southern Aegean Sea. It is about 200 km southeast of Greece's mainland. It is one of the best tourist attractions in the world.  The expansion of tourism has resulted in the growth of economy & population. Major tourist attractions of santorini are Fira (phira), Oia, Emporio, Kamari, Imerovigli, Pyrgos, Therasia  & Akrotiri.

Area: 90.96 km²

Max length: 18 km

Max width: 12 km

Island group: Cyclades

Area code: 22860

Santorini is not known for its beaches. But some of the most beautiful beaches are located in Santorini.

Kamari Beach

One of favorite beach of tourist on Santorini is Kamari. It’s a great place to swim, many places to rent beach chairs, and lots of places to eat. It’s a great place to hang out and relax. Kamari has a very fun vibe and one of the most family-friendly towns on Santorini. This beach is close to the airport . 

Recommended Hotels: 

·         Santorini Kastelli Resort (luxury)

·         Tamarix Del Mar Suites (luxury)

·         Aegean Plaza Hotel (moderate)

Perissa Beach 

Perissa Beach & Perivolos Beach are very long beach that caters to the backpacker crowd and party scene but still has a wide range of accommodations and restaurants. The beach becomes progressively quieter as you move south towards a third beach, Agios Georgios.

It’s still a wonderful place to swim.

Recommended Hotels: 

·         Anastasia Princess (moderate)

·         Meltemi Village Hotel (moderate)

·         Samson’s Village (budget)

·         Sea Sound White Katikies (moderate)

·         Hotel Sea View (moderate)

Red Beach

Red Beach is 20 minute drive south of Fira.It is located only some steps away from the ancient site of Akrotiri. The pebbly sand here is red and the backdrop is stunning.

Recommended Hotels: 

·         Astarte Suites (luxury)

Monolithos Beach

Monolithos Beach has the nicest sand and most family-friendly beach on Santorini. It is just a few km north of Kamari. This beach is very quiet with a small collection of hotels and restaurants. There’s a small play area for the kids on the sand.

Amoudi Bay

Amoudi Bay is the best swimming spot on Santorini, but it is not a beach. There’s a small island that you can swim out to that has glorious views of the caldera. The best swimming is at the end of a seawall that begins at the wharf. The walk along the sea edge can be tricky in spots and there have been reports of falling rock.

Recommended Hotels in Oia: 

·         Esperas (luxury)

·         Fanari Villas (luxury)

·         Art Maisons Oia Castle Hotel(luxury)