Santorini could be described as the most fabulous island because it is unique in the whole world. It is therefore the perfect setting for unique holidays, while it knows very well how to seduce its visitors, offering them unforgettable moments. See the 7 things you should do in Santorini in 2025.
Among the top islands of the Mediterranean, it is truly visited from every corner of the earth, to enjoy its unique natural beauty. Santorini, the southernmost island of the Cyclades, stands out for its volcanic landscape with its reddish and black hues, the white houses built on the edge of the Caldera that seem to be floating on the edge of the cliff and above all for its sunset of incomparable beauty.
1. Enjoy the magical sunset in Oia
The absolute must-see of the island. In the fairytale settlement of Oia, after wandering the alleys between the picturesque white houses, try to find the best place to see the most wonderful sunset of your life. Alternatively, if you prefer a quieter experience, then you can enjoy the sunset in one of the restaurants in the area.
The romantic sunset, the volcano, and the beautiful white houses in the caldera are the images we all bring to mind when we think of the wonderful Santorini. But the island has much more to offer you. Colorful beaches, and unique culinary flavors are some of the experiences that await you to discover once you are there.
2. Take a tour of the volcano
Santorini has been endowed with a special natural landscape due to the volcanic eruptions that have occurred here. Most visitors do not miss the opportunity to be on the island of Nea Kameni where they have the opportunity to go up to the crater of the volcano. Before you leave, take a dip in the thermal springs of the island which offer healing properties.
3. Relax on the island’s colorful beaches
White, Red, or Black beach? These unique beaches will offer you the most special experience, so you must visit them all if you have time. For example, if you are going for a relaxed vibe we recommend Perissa, Perivolos, and Kamari. You can take a Santorini private shore tour and enjoy Santorini’s most famous beaches.
4. Try the unique local products
Santorini is famous for the unique local products that you will enjoy while you are on the island. Because of the soil, varieties of produce thrive that you won’t find elsewhere such as fava beans, capers, white eggplants, and tomatoes. But what will fascinate you are the special wines of the island, with the most famous being the Assyrtiko and the sweet Vincento wine.
5. Learn the ancient history of the island at Akrotiri
At the southern end of the island, it is worth visiting the Minoan settlement at Akrotiri. At the archaeological site, you can walk among the ruins of the city and see up close the remains of buildings, ceramics, and even sewage systems that prove that Santorini was prosperous before the eruption of the volcano. You can take a Santorini private historical tour with our guides and learn the rich history of Santorini.
6. Get to know the authentic aspect of Santorini in Ammoudi
At the picturesque port in Ammoudi, you will be enchanted by the wonderful scenery. Crystal clear blue waters, red rocks all around, and Oia dominating from above. To get there, you will need to go down the 300 steps that connect Amoudi to Oia. Here you can enjoy the freshest seafood in the picturesque restaurants while enjoying the enchanting sunset in the island of Santorini.
Ammoudi is the small port below Oia. Its buildings, which were once mainly warehouses, as the boats were loaded from there with various products, give a special touch to the picturesque settlement. The small pebble beach at Ammoudi can be reached after the visitor descends more than 200 wide steps. The waters are a dazzling blue, but keep in mind that they deepen abruptly, which is exciting for some but off-putting for others. The background is however imposing, with the steep volcanic rocks covering the harbor.
7. Enjoy wines from local varieties
Anyone who visits the island, in addition to well-known sights, should try all kinds of activities as well as popular dining experiences. In Santorini, people have the opportunity to enjoy unique wine tasting and food pairing experiences through a menu with wine and dish combinations that cannot be found anywhere else on the island. So, you can take a Santorini private Santorini wine tour with Santorini Tours.
Our guided tours of the vineyards and the areas of the winery, where the wines are stored, are of great interest because there you learn from the experts all the secrets of Santorini’s winemaking and everything that makes the local wines so special.
Also, lovers of Cycladic gastronomy and the special products of Santorini’s land and sea should not miss the opportunity to explore flavors and aromas by taking a private Santorini food tour.
