What kind of shoes to wear in Santorini?

Santorini has a lot of stairs, so be prepared! Choose a pair of comfortable but stylish flats or a pair of wedge shoes to stay balanced yet trendy. Pro Tip: Stop by one of the famous cobblers in Athens on your way to Santorini and have a pair of strappy leather sandals custom made just for you!



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Water shoes are great to take on your trip to Santorini. Because the sand is tiny pieces of black volcanic rock it gets very hot. Water shoes will protect your feet from that. Also, some of the Santorini beaches have rocks close to the water's edge.

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To not forget at home, the essential of every holiday: sunglasses, a brimmed hat and a foulard for sunny or windy days or for having a ride on a motorbike around the island. And last but not least, a good news for those who love be comfortable: no heels in Santorini! The pebbles streets make impossible to wear heels.

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Most of Santorini's beaches are composed of dark volcanic sand that gets searingly hot in the mid-day sun. Beach sandals or water shoes are recommended for getting around on the sand.

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Assuming your trip falls during high season—which is between late June and early September—the weather will fluctuate between hot and oppressively hot. Light, breathable fabric is key: think linen, sheer tops, and shorts to tour around during the day; flowy maxi dresses or caftans for dinner at night.

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Getting around Santorini on foot After all, Santorini offers some of the best walking routes across the caldera or in the whitewashed villages. The only way you'll get around the two main towns of Fira and Oia is on foot because they are strictly traffic-free.

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Santorini is an island of the Aegean Sea. Greece is mostly inhabited by Orthodox Christians. There are more than 450 churches in Santorini! Generally, there is no dress code on the island unless you plan to visit specific restaurants, bars and clubs of high standards.

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Soft Pastels: Serenity in Hues Pastel shades like blush pink, baby blue, and mint green are perfect for those seeking a softer, romantic look. These gentle hues blend seamlessly with Santorini's natural palette, reflecting the island's tranquility and serenity.

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Leave the heels behind, leave the heavy, leather dress shoes behind; they will not serve you in the hot summer and you'll be twisting your ankles trying to walk on the cobblestone streets with any sort of heel. It's best to stick to loafers and cute sandals or flats.

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Even if you're planning lots of walking and some hiking, most of the Greek terrain likely to be encountered by the average traveler will be best taken in a good pair of hiking shoes or walking shoes ... or even the fashion faux pas of heavy socks and hiking sandals.

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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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Walking on Santorini is more an excuse for a vigorous activity than a legitimate means to get around. The steep hills and lack of footpaths are just some of the challenges. For example, the footpath from the cruise ship docks at Fira Skala up to Fira has over 600 steps.

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Unless you're at the beach, going barefoot is not a thing in Greece. Make sure you wear shoes when walking around the villages.

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For the evenings again keep it light and simple; lightweight Capri pants or skirt with a cotton shirt, or a sundress, all work well with flip flops.

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For the evenings again keep it light and simple; lightweight Capri pants or skirt with a cotton shirt, or a sundress, all work well with flip flops.

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Head out on this 6.5-mile point-to-point trail near Thira, Santorini. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 13 min to complete.

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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. There are KTEL bus routes from Fira (the capital city) to many different destinations around the main island.

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On the coldest nights (mainly on the first days of the month), the temperature may drop to 10°C/50°F. On the warmest days (mainly on the last days of the month), the temperature may reach 24°C/75.2°F. The day lasts approximately 13 hours.

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Santorini Bars & Nightlife Fira has the most bars and nightlife and the only true dance clubs. Perissa has some fun beach bars and Oia has one very fun bar. Many people watch the sunset and then head out for the evening. Most clubs start getting busy between 9pm and 11pm.

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Yes there are mosquitoes in Santorini - but we didn't find it a huge problem (and they usually love me!). Buy a spray when you get there if you don't want to bring some in your luggage. Most hotels will provide plug-in repellants in your room. >>>Most hotels will provide plug-in repellants in your room.

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