How far is Thira Greece from Santorini?
Yes, the driving distance between Thira Airport to Santorini Island is 16 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Thira Airport to Santorini Island.
Are Thira and Santorini the same place?
Fira, sometimes spelt 'Thira,' is the capital of the Greek island of Santorini. If you've seen photos of Santorini in the past, with its whitewashed rectangular buildings overlooking the contrasting, rich blue hues of the Mediterranean – well, then, this is where you can find that same enchanting scenery.
What is the best way to get around Santorini?
The best way to get around Santorini is on foot or by bus. You'll see that it's easy to walk around the tiny seaside towns, but the bus is best to get from one town to another. There are KTEL bus routes from Fira (the capital city) to many different destinations around the main island.
Which airport in Greece is closest to Santorini?
The nearest airport to Santorini Island is Santorini (JTR) Airport which is 1.5 km away. Other nearby airports include New Paros (PAS) (75 km), Naxos Is (JNX) (75.5 km), Mykonos (JMK) (114.8 km) and Heraklion (HER) (121.6 km).
What is the best beach in Santorini?
Perissa Beach.Kamari Beach.Perivolos Beach.Red Beach.Vlychada Beach.Eros Beach.Monolithos Beach.White Beach.
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.
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.
Where 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.
Can you walk around Santorini?
The obvious prime activity on Santorini is to walk the caldera edge and admire the views. Walks in and around Fira are spectacular, particularly heading north to Firostefani and Imerovigli along the caldera-edge pathway.
Is it better to stay in Oia or Thira?
Oia is the more luxurious village with romantic restaurants and high-end shopping. Both Oia and Fira have some great places to eat (and some average ones), but I would give a slight edge to Oia for the quality of restaurants. Oia has more fine dining restaurants, while Fira has more casual restaurants.
How far is Thira from Fira?
The driving distance or the travel distance between Thira to Fira is 71 KM and 5 meters. The mile based, road distance between these two travel point is 44.1 miles.
What is the most beautiful part of Santorini?
Oia is arguably the most beautiful village in Santorini. Home to magical sunsets, chocolate-box architecture, and delightful art galleries, it is also its most frequented destination. Clinging to the rim of the caldera, on the northern tip of the island, this whitewashed marvel is worth visiting for the views alone.
Can you swim in the ocean in Santorini?
The idyllic best beaches in Greece are located elsewhere. However, swimming in the clear blue water of Santorini is wonderfully refreshing. Since the beaches have coarse sand, there's little dust to cloud the water.
Is Fira worth visiting?
Fira has the best selection of places to stay in Santorini, with everything from hostels to five-star hotels. If budget allows, it's worth staying somewhere with a caldera view to make the most of those fantastic sunsets.
Do you need a car on Santorini?
Most visitors to Santorini rent either a car, a quad bike/ATV or a scooter to get around. Public transport is an option but the buses are often very crowded. Most buses route through Fira making journeys across the island cumbersome.
How much is taxi from Santorini Airport to Fira?
35€
Can you Uber 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.
Are taxis expensive in Santorini?
Please keep in mind that taxis in Santorini are a bit expensive and they do not have taxi meters. They charge based on the destination. So, for example a taxi from the Airport to Fira would cost around 20€. It would be wise to ask for the price before you get in the taxi.
How much is a taxi from Santorini airport to Thera?
The fastest way to get from Santorini Airport (JTR) to Ancient Thera is to taxi. Taking this option will cost €50 – €60 and takes 9 min.
Do taxis in Santorini take credit cards?
You can pay by cash on the spot directly to the driver. Additionally we accept credit card payments. How can I pay? Generally we accept Euro currency.
Is Santorini safe?
Santorini is pretty safe. Travelers report feeling comfortable walking around the streets both day and night. Even pickpocketing is few and far between here.
What food is Santorini known for?
1.) Fava me Koukia (Mashed up fava beans)2.) Tomato Gefthedes (Tomato fritters)3.) Saganaki (Fried cheese in filo pastry covered in honey)4.) Greek Salad.5.) Keftes/Kofta – ground meat – kinda like sausages.7.) Pomegranates.8.) Roasted Greek lamb.9.) Moussaka.
Is it safe to walk in Santorini at night?
Is Santorini safe at night? Any place where there is alcohol, there is some risk. Usual precautions apply but Santorini has very few problems with fights, violence, drugs, or organized criminal activity. The biggest risk at night is walking home down the caldera after too many drinks.
Are there pickpockets in Santorini?
The second, pickpocketing, is also expected since Santorini is a popular tourist destination. Those who travel here, especially for the first time, make for perfect targets for petty thieves.
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