Beaches · Santorini
Best beaches in Santorini
Where Santorini actually goes for sand and saltwater — city beaches, lake shores, surf-side day trips and the swim spots locals keep coming back to.
Editor's pickCurated by locals
We couldn't find many beaches matches in Santorini — even after broadening the search. Here are the closest picks we trust.
Top spots in Santorini
Amoudi Bay
OutdoorsBelow Oia
Tiny harbour at the bottom of 300 steps — fish tavernas, cliff jumping at sunset.
Red Beach
OutdoorsAkrotiri
Iron-rich cliffs over a crescent of crimson sand — small, dramatic, busy by 11am.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Oia Sunset, Red Beach, Fira to Oia Caldera Hike. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Santorini and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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