It goes without saying that Santorini maybe the most breathtaking of the Greek islands, and with so much natural beauty on offer, it is easy to see why. With a simply awe-inspiring land and sea scape, this fascinating natural wonder is the result of a huge volcanic eruption, explaining the island's unique appearance and structure. Santorini is partly submerged under water and still has a few smoking islands nearby, providing further beauty to the area. There are few places on Earth that can rival the island in terms of scenery and culture, making it the ideal location for a romantic getaway in authentic Greek surroundings.

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Things to do in Santorini

Although much of Santorini's appeal lies in the island's landscape and historic architecture, there are plenty of other activities to provide holidaymakers with entertainment during their visit to the island. From fine dining hotspots to lively Greek style bars, scuba diving tours of shipwrecks and ancient villages preserved in volcanic ash, no visit to Santorini is complete without these unique experiences and memories that will last a lifetime.

When visiting Rome be sure to:

Go snorkeling in the surrounding waters
Visit the south of the island to see an ancient town preserved in volcanic ash
Admire the picturesque architecture of the island
Dine on traditional regional specialties
Go scuba diving along the coast
Take part in a tasting tour of the island's vineyards
Stay in a traditional island cave house

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Santorini Airports

Santorini is served by Santorini (Thira) National Airport located north of the village of Kamari. First opened in 1972, the airport's relatively small size means only 6 civilian planes can be operated at the same time. Continue reading if you want to know how to get to the city centre from the airport and which are the main airlines flying to Santorini.

Santorini (Thira) National Airport (JTR)

Top Carriers

The major airlines operating within FSantorini (Thira) National Airport include: Germanwings, Vueling and Lufthansa, which has been recognized as one of the Top 15 airlines in the world, according to eDreams Best Airlines study 2016.

Location

Santorini (Thira) National Airport is located north of the village of Kamari.

Transportation options

Passengers arriving in Santorini can catch buses from the airport to Fira. From here you can access several other towns. It is also possible to get a taxi from outside the airport. However, it is always wise to agree on a fee with the driver beforehand. Getting around the island is quite easy via its bus service which runs every 30 to 60 minutes. However, if you prefer to be more flexible you can hire a car to allow you to explore the towns and surrounding areas on your own.