Santorini's whitewashed villages and cobalt domes are famous for good reason, but the island rewards travelers who venture past the obvious viewpoints. Here is how to experience the caldera like an insider.
Where to stay
Oia is the classic choice for sunset seekers, but Imerovigli and Firostefani offer the same jaw-dropping views with a fraction of the foot traffic. For beach days, the black sands of Perissa and the wineries of the interior make a compelling case.
Where to eat
- Fresh-caught seafood in the fishing village of Ammoudi Bay.
- Assyrtiko wine tastings at family estates in Pyrgos.
- Tomato keftedes and fava, the island's signature dishes.
When to go
Late spring and early autumn deliver warm seas without the July crush. Our Greece specialists can pair Santorini with quieter islands like Naxos or Milos for a more layered itinerary.
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