Are there beaches in Oia Santorini?
There are several beaches around Oia where one can swim, which can be accessed either on foot or by vehicle. The first one is the northern Baxedes. One can go there either by bus or on foot, though it is a rather long walk. The route includes the small settlement of Tholos and several little chapels.
How far is Oia from the beach?
The distance between Oía and Red Beach is 13 km. The road distance is 23.4 km. How do I travel from Oía to Red Beach without a car? The best way to get from Oía to Red Beach without a car is to bus which takes 1h 11m and costs €2 – €6.
What is the nicest beach in Santorini?
In brief, the most famous of Santorini beaches is the Red beach, while particularly popular are Perissa beach, Kamari beach and Perivolos beach. Note that some beaches are not easily accessible by road but can be visited with a Jetski Expedition!
How do I get from Oia to black beach?
There are 3 ways to get from Oía to Black beach by bus, taxi or car
What is the best part of Santorini to stay?
The best area to stay in Santorini is Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli and Oia. These are the towns that make Santorini so special. If it's your first time on the island, you should definitely stay on the caldera side, as that's what Santorini is famous for.
Are there any white sandy beaches in Santorini?
Santorini's beaches are mostly covered in black pebbles, white or black thick sand and they are well organized with lots of amenities and things to do. There are also some really good beach bars in Santorini that you should definitely visit while on the beaches of Perissa, Perivolos or Kamari and Red Beach.
Can you swim in Santorini beaches?
Another spectacular beach where to swim in Santorini, reminiscent of lunar landscapes is the White Beach, which can be reached by boat, to swim, and to admire their carven from the saltiness and wind white rocks that enclose.
Is the sea warm in Santorini?
How cold is the sea in Santorini? If you come to Santorini in the winter, the water will be too cold to swim, with an average temperature of 16°C/61°F. During the summer, the sea gradually warms up and reaches an average of 25°C/77°F.
How do I get from Oia to Fira?
The quickest way to get from Oia (Station) to Fira is to taxi which costs €35 – €50 and takes 12 min. Is there a direct bus between Oia (Station) and Fira? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oia and arriving at Fira. Services depart hourly, and operate every day.
Is Fira or Oia better?
Fira is the isalnd's capital and the livelier village of the two with much more nightlife and shopping. Oia is the more luxurious village with romantic restaurants and high-end shopping.
Does Fira have a beach?
Fira beach is accessible from Agali via a 10-minute walk or a much longer walk from the Chora. The path is tricky, there is a section which has fallen away and a scramble on hands-and-knees was required. It's worth it though, the small beach has pebbles, beautiful views around.
How much is a taxi from Santorini port to Oia?
€65 – €80
How long is the walk from Fira to Oia?
6.5 miles
How far is Oia from airport?
The best ways to get from JTR Santorini Airport to Oia The driving distance between Santorini Airport and Oia village is approximately 16.3 km / 10.1 miles. There are options to suit all budgets and needs, whether for an airport transfer or a trip around the island.
Does Uber work in Santorini?
There is no Uber in Santorini but only a limited number of available taxis that you can call on +30 22860 22555 to book. This is the bus station at Imerovigli town.
How much do you tip in Greece?
In Greece, just like being polite to your server, tipping is a gesture of appreciation. It is also considered praise. You are expected to tip when service has been good. You are expected to pay a bigger tip when service has been exceptional or especially pleasing to you.
Can you walk everywhere in Santorini?
There are actually several villages on the island, which are all quite far from each other (by that I mean that you would not be able to walk everywhere) so pick your location well! The two main villages, and most “touristy” ones (for the right reasons!) are Fira and Oia (pronounced Ea).
Can you flush toilet paper in Santorini?
3. Flushing Toilet Paper. This one may take some getting used to, but Santorini's sewage system can't handle flushed toilet paper. That trashcan placed next to the toilet is for all (and we mean all) of your soiled paper products.
How do you poop in Greece?
In most places throughout Greece you can't put toilet paper down the toilet. Instead, you must put your toilet paper in the bin beside the loo. So long as the bins are tightly closed and emptied daily, the health risks are minimal to anyone who uses this method.
Is it OK to drink tap water in Santorini?
Needless to say, bottled water is a popular product on Santorini! We recommend that you always use bottled water for drinking. Washing up and brushing your teeth can be safely done using tap water throughout the island.
When should you avoid Santorini?
The best month to go to Santorini in terms of good weather and fewer tourists would be a choice between June and October. It's probably best to avoid Santorini in August if you don't like crowds.
What is the best month to go to Santorini?
Santorini has a mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild winters. If you enjoy hot perfect sunny days the best time to visit Santorini is between June and September. The hottest month of the year is August with an average daily maximum of 30 C and an average low of 24 C.
How many days do you need in Santorini?
We recommend 3 to 5 days in Santorini in order to visit as many places as possible. Santorini is a very interesting island and except for Oia, the volcano and the amazing views, there are many things to xplore. But you can also do it in 24 hours and many day trips are proposed from other nearby islands.
Is 5 days too long in Santorini?
The things that you really want to do on the island. Ideally, I don't advise people to spend any time less than 5 days (4 nights) on the island because it's really not worth it and you don't get to experience and appreciate what Santorini has to offer (…and there is a lot!).
Can you island hop from Santorini?
How easy is it to island hop from Santorini? Greece and its islands are generally well connected by ferry routes. In particular, the Cyclades island chain which Santorini is part of have an excellent inter-island connectivity, especially during the summer months.
