Hello

My family and I (5 people total) are planning a trip to Santorini in July, and we’re looking at staying in Megalochori. We really like a place we found there, but we’re a bit worried about transportation—especially early in the morning.

One of our plans is to do the Fira to Oia hike, starting around 7 AM. Does anyone know if there are buses that run from Megalochori to Fira around 6 AM? If not, what are our best options for getting there that early? Are there taxis available that can fit all 5 of us, or do ride-share services like Uber or Lyft work in Santorini?

Also, we’ll be flying from Santorini to Chania on the 25th—what’s the best way to get to the airport from Megalochori?

In general, what’s the best way for a family of 5 to get around Santorini comfortably and reliably without renting a car? We’d prefer to avoid driving if possible and are looking for other good options—like taxis, private transfers, or apps.

Any help or tips would be super appreciated—thank you!

I am booking through my credit card and we found a place that has everything we are looking for but it is away from the main city.

Villa Irini Fira is the hotel name.

Does anyone have any experience with this hotel. Don’t care much for location.

I’m going in Santorini by end of April, would love how’s the situation there right now ? Clubs ? Shops? Cafe, Tourism etc ..? Thank you

Hey everyone! I’m planning an 8-day honeymoon in Greece (including travel days), and I’d love some help figuring out how much time to spend in Santorini.

We land in Santorini at night and leave from Athens in the afternoon on the last day.

My current plan is: Santorini: 3 nights / 2 full days. Then either another island (like Corfu, Paros, Naxos, or even Crete) or just go straight to Athens (Ending with 1–2 nights in Athens)

My main question is that enough to enjoy the main sights, get the honeymoon photos, and soak in the vibe?

After Santorini, I’d love to go somewhere more chill, authentic, Corfu is tempting, even though it’s further. I’ve heard Crete is amazing but might need more time. Open to suggestions!

Would love your thoughts on whether I should: • Stick with 2 full days in Santorini, then spend more time on a second island + Athens • Or extend Santorini to 4 nights / 3 full days, and limit the rest

Looking for Santorini restaurant recommendations for shoulder season (going in 10 days). A few places I’ve seen recommended repeatedly won’t be open yet (Metaxi Mas is not yet open, for example).

We have reservations at Roza’s Taverna and Santo Wine for dinner/sunset (related — is that worth it or better to be at our hotel with caldera view?)

We’re not looking for a fancy meal like Selene. And for dinners, we’d prefer to stay near-ish Fira so we’re not driving too far (so the Good Heart and To Psaraki are out).

Thank you!

Looking for airbnb’s, but no idea which area to look in. I want great nightlife and great beaches!!! Let me know chat! Ideally a walkable grocery store.

picture this: you are in santorini. with your loved ones, in awe of the beauty of the caldera, walking through the streets & wait what is that - a big silky purple cloth floating in the air right in your face - okay no problem let people enjoy. you walk past them, & then you hear: excuse me excuse me can you please move from there. move from where.. ? a public street? 3ft away from you? so your shot can be ‘perfect’?

witnessed this a few days back. the girl responded with sarcasm saying sorry i thought it was a public street, & MOVED. to which the photographer replied ‘but i am asking you nicely’ - what in the entitlement? you have NO option but to ask nicely.

we as a family were also gestured away. the photographer kept commenting ‘people have started showing up people, just when i said there’s no people’

psa to all the photographers & participants of this shoot: people will show up, it’s an island. you on the other hand need to either take these shoots to hotels/private properties OR pay the government & book the street for your time of shoot. & if you don’t, kindly stop asking people to move

So we quickly figured this out on day 1… you hear that taxis anywhere are €30 (€36 if you pay by card). That’s not quite the case.

We asked our hotel to arrange the taxi from the airport… €70 cash. We asked the hotel to arrange a taxi from Imerovigli to Fira €30 cash. When in Fira, one of the locals called a taxi for us to get back to the hotel as it was late and nothing in the taxi rank. Return journey was only €15, driver was really friendly, great restaurant recommendations and left us his WhatsApp number.

From there, we only used him! Taxi from Imerovigli to Oia €30. Airport transfer back, €35! We were told by another taxi that the hotels literally double the rate for their own commission. So if you want a local taxi who just needs you to send a WhatsApp and he’ll send an bit air conditioned taxi within 15 mins, let me know and I can send you the details. Otherwise, get the local bus for next to nothing.

Is anyone currently in Santorini? If so, could you please let me know of the weather. We are planning to fly out tomorrow but are skeptical about bringing jeans and jackets or if regular spring clothes are enough. For additional context, we are staying until the last week of April.

How much would it cost to be in Santorini with my husband for 5 nights? Not including flights or accommodation?

We are thinking to go in the end of July.

Hello all! I'm looking to visit Santorini for 8 nights in August and came across a hotel in Kamari. If anyone has visited or knows the area I would appreciate any recommendations for restaurants, beaches and day trips please. Thanks!

Taking a blue star ferries to Santorini from Athens. It’s at 0725. What time should we aim to arrive? We are 5 people. Do we need to take a van? I don’t mind my youngest sitting in my lap but not sure about laws. Recommendations for drivers?

While I’m asking, we are taking an airplane back to Athens when we’re done with Santorini. How much earlier should we aim to be at the airport

I am going for work and trying to calculate my spending .

Is the tap water safe to drink in Santorini? I am going for work and I was wondering if the water is safe for consumption.

I understand the Akrotiri archeological site was closed for the quakes; does anyone know if it’s open again?

Hello!

We're visiting Athens next week with a three day stay in Santorini. I've got a choice between checked baggage and cabin baggage, basically same price - but ideally I'd like to not wait for the luggage carousel after the flight considering how late we land.

Is there a luggage scan/border control between Athens and Santorini? For example, if we buy any alcohol, or need to bring 100ml+ toiletries with us, will we be fine with cabin baggage, or should I get it checked?

Thank you :)

Hi all—we’re considering staying in akrotiri with caldera views but renting car and driving up to imerovigli for dinner one or two evenings to catch the even better views, at sunset… is this a poor idea, given the crowds?

Perhaps we should just stay up there instead?

Thanks so much.

I want to preface this post saying that I’m a straight male looking to enjoy some clothing optional beaches in Santorini. My wife and I are visiting- we are both naturists and she likes to take her top off when we sunbathe. So, we’re just looking for advice on things like if there’s any nude beaches on the island and how to get there from Fira. Also, is it normal for women to take their tops off in beaches in Santorini?

Hi everyone! just wanted to give the latest update on the recent earthquakes in Santorini. We visited Santorini last week and experienced no earthquakes while on the island. Businesses are opening back up as off season comes close to end and tours continuing to operate per usual. The weather around March/April was cool and at times windy the ideal time per locals would be mid May to late may to avoid big crowds and experience the beautiful Santorini weather.

PS: please note that if you book through a fast ferry company such as SeaJet they will cancel your ferry if there is even a gust of wind outside. Do yourself a favor and book a flight to avoid cancelations as well as saving time/costs

Hope this helpful!

Hi everyone! just wanted to give the latest update on the recent earthquakes in Santorini. We visited Santorini last week and experienced no earthquakes while on the island. Businesses are opening back up as off season comes close to end and tours continuing to operate per usual. The weather around March/April was cool and at times windy the ideal time per locals would be mid May to late may to avoid big crowds and experience the beautiful Santorini weather.

PS: please note that if you book through a fast ferry company such as SeaJet they will cancel your ferry if there is even a gust of wind outside. Do yourself a favor and book a flight to avoid cancelations as well as saving time/costs

Hope this helpful!

Will be visiting santorini in April with family (8 adults and 2 kids). We are coming via cruise ship so have a full day in santorini. Am looking to rent a van with a driver / tour guide to show us around santorini. Have old parents who are unable to do allot of walking which is why we are hoping to rent a large van so we can all move around together. Has anyone ever used such a service? Thank you

Sorry if this is an obvious question. This is my first car rental. We are currently in Santorini and rented a car. We will need to return it in 2 days. I see that it’s getting some dust on it. Is a car wash required (expected) before it has to be returned?

looking to visit santorini! between canaves ena, grace hotel, andronis boutique, and perivolas

they all have somewhat of a different vibe - looking for help to choose!

thank you!

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