Is it recommended to drive in Santorini?

Generally, driving in Santorini felt fine. Especially if visiting early, you have a lot less traffic. The most difficult roads are inside some of the villages. The oldest parts have narrow streets often without a sidewalk, so you are mixing with pedestrians.



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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.

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The best and perhaps the safest means of transportation in Santorini is a rented car. Rent one at the airport or port upon arrival and save yourself the time of waiting for a bus or taxi! The price for renting a car in Santorini starts from 30 euro per day and you can simply drop it off at the place where you got it.

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Getting around in Santorini Island is easy and not so expensive. You can move around by renting a car, motorbike, or quad or by taking a taxi or local bus. All these modes of transportation will take you from the airport to Fira and the rest of Santorini Island with utmost convenience and reliability.

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Don't stay in Oia or Thera Oia and Thera (also known as Fira) are the biggest towns in Santorini, and the site of most of the hotels and other places to stay. Thera/Fira is also where the cruise ship passengers unload, and Oia is where everyone goes to watch the sunset.

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Public transportation is the best way to get around in Santorini on a budget. Local buses, in particular, are quite cheap and they take you to almost all the parts of the island.

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Best Place for Solo Travelers If you're out on an expedition of exploring Santorini Island alone, the best way to make the most of your trip is by staying at the capital, Fira. Whether you want to shop until you drop or enjoy the social nightlife of Santorini, this place has got you covered!

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Experience
  • Visit the photogenic Oia Village.
  • Explore the Akrotiri excavation site.
  • Travel to the highest point of Santorini at Profitis Ilias mountain.
  • Enjoy a relaxing swim at one of the sensational, volcanic beaches.
  • Eat lunch on the beach while you relax and unwind.


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Technically, Santorini's tap water is safe to drink. However, it's also brackish, and the water supply system itself isn't always reliable. Single-use water bottles are popular in Santorini, but terrible for the environment.

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Santorini is Massively Overpriced Thanks to the influx of oil magnets mooring their yachts below the cliffs, one of those iconic cave houses in Oia — almost all of which are now converted tourist rentals — will run you over 500 euros per night.

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Good to know when renting in Santorini You will need a valid driver's license, plus an ID or passport for a SIXT rental in Greece. If your license is from outside the EU, you will also need an international driving permit.

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Generally, driving in Santorini felt fine. Especially if visiting early, you have a lot less traffic. The most difficult roads are inside some of the villages. The oldest parts have narrow streets often without a sidewalk, so you are mixing with pedestrians.

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Typical taxi fares for 1 to 4 persons : From the Port (athinios port) to Oia (Ia), approximately 40,00 Euro. From the Airport to Fira (capital), approximately 20,00 Euro. From the Airport to Oia (Ia), approximately 35,00 Euro. From Fira (capital) to Oia (Ia), approximately 25,00 Euro.

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Santorini is pretty safe. Travelers report feeling comfortable walking around the streets both day and night. Even pickpocketing is few and far between here.

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Oia. Description: Oia, pronounced Ia, is the most famous of all villages of Santorini. It is world-known for its quiet life and the fantastic sunset. It constitutes the most beautiful and picturesque village of Santorini.

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The best place to stay in Santorini on a friends' trip is Fira town. This place combines the beauty of natural landscapes and an exciting nightlife. It is also the hub of shopping, where you can enjoy the liveliness of the island, and where all the action takes place.

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Santorini is the top tourist destination in Greece and is world-famous for its unique natural beauty. The caldera with the white villages on top, the sunken volcano, and the charming sunset make it a popular place for vacation. In brief, we recommend staying 3 to 5 days in order to visit as many places as possible.

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The hike between Fira and Oia follows the rim of the caldera. The views are stunning. It's easy to do the hike without a guide but a walking tour can make it more interesting.

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