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Santorini
Caldera & villages
A first sense of place
Santorini is defined by villages along a volcanic caldera, the archaeological site of Akrotiri, and beaches shaped by volcanic geology.
Whitewashed villages line a volcanic caldera, with Aegean views and archaeological sites.
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Three ways into Santorini
Island villages
Akrotiri
2026 destination guide
Discover every side of Santorini
A reviewed edit of essential sights, culture, modern city life, and nature—using only the categories that genuinely fit this destination.
Must see
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Oia
A whitewashed caldera village known for its lanes and west-facing sunset views.
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Fira & the caldera
The cliff-top capital links paths, museums, and viewpoints along the caldera rim.
History & heritage
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Ancient Akrotiri
A Bronze Age settlement preserved by volcanic ash, revealing life before the island's great eruption.
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Pyrgos
A hill village of Cycladic lanes and wide views, offering a quieter counterpoint to Oia.
Nature & outdoors
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Caldera cruise
A sailing route to volcanic islets, hot springs, and Thirasia, subject to sea conditions.
Culture & arts
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Museum of Prehistoric Thera
Preserved finds from Akrotiri give full context to life before the volcanic eruption.
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Caldera villages
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