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What to see in Santorini in 3 days

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3-day itinerary for Santorini (Greece): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.

Santorini blends , and romantic spots at every turn. Here's a 3-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.

Practical info · Santorini

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Best time to visitSummer
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Ideal length2-3 days
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BudgetHigh · €€€
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Getting around
Known for, and romantic spots

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What to see in Santorini day by day

Day 1Fira · Oía (Oia)

Stroll through Fira
The island's capital perched on the caldera edge with views of the volcano.
Free
Museum of Prehistoric Thera
Minoan frescoes and finds rescued from the town of Akrotiri.
from 6€
Fira Cable Car
Fira Cable Car
Ride down to the old port with vertical views over the caldera.
from 6€
Village of Imerovigli
The balcony of the caldera, next to Skaros Rock.
Free
Caldera and volcano cruise
Sail to the volcanic island of Nea Kameni and the hot springs.
from 75€
Excursion to Thirasia island
Visit the small island facing the caldera, quiet and authentic.
from 45€
🍽️ Lucky's Souvlakis
Cheap souvlaki and gyros, a quick classic in the center of Fira.
~10€
🍽️ Nikolas Taverna
Traditional and affordable taverna, an institution in Fira.
~18€
Sunset in Oia
The most famous sunset in the Aegean among white houses and blue domes.
Free
Oia Castle (Kasteli)
Ruins of the Venetian castle, the best spot to watch the sun go down.
Free
Amoudi Bay
Reddish little port below Oia with fish tavernas and swimming off the rocks.
Free
Sunset catamaran cruise
Loop around the caldera with swimming, dinner on board and sunset from the sea.
from 90€
🍽️ Ammoudi Fish Tavern
Fresh fish and seafood at the water's edge in Amoudi Bay.
~35€
🍽️ Roka
Cozy taverna with homemade Greek cooking away from the crowds.
~28€

Day 2South (Akrotiri and beaches)

Akrotiri Archaeological Site
A Minoan town buried by an eruption, the Pompeii of the Aegean.
from 12€
Red Beach
Spectacular beach of red lava cliffs next to Akrotiri.
Free
Perissa Black Beach
Long black volcanic sand beach with beach bars and warm waters.
Free
Kamari Black Beach
Popular black pebble beach at the foot of Mesa Vouno mountain.
Free
Ancient Thera
Ancient Thera
Greco-Roman ruins on a hilltop between Kamari and Perissa.
from 6€
Akrotiri Lighthouse
Lighthouse on the southwest tip with crowd-free sunsets.
Free
🍽️ To Psaraki
Fresh fish by the port of Vlychada, in the south of the island.
~32€
🍽️ The Good Heart
Simple Greek food facing the black beach of Perissa.
~14€

Day 3Inland and wineries

Village of Pyrgos
Traditional village high on the island with 360-degree views.
Free
Monastery of Prophet Elias
The highest point of Santorini, with an 18th-century Orthodox monastery.
Free
Tasting at Santo Wines winery
Tasting of volcanic wines like Assyrtiko with caldera views.
from 35€
Wineries and vineyards tour
Guided tour of family wineries to taste the island's unique wines.
from 55€
🍽️ Metaxi Mas
Highly rated Greek and Cretan cuisine in the village of Exo Gonia.
~30€
🍽️ Selene
Fine Santorinian cuisine with local produce in the village of Pyrgos.
~70€

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Frequently asked questions about Santorini

How many days do I need to see Santorini?

With 3 days you can see the must-sees of Santorini. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

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What to visit in Santorini?

The must-sees in Santorini: Sunset in Oia, Stroll through Fira, Oia Castle (Kasteli) and Akrotiri Archaeological Site. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.

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