What is the currency?
The currency in Santorini is the Euro (EUR), symbolised by €
Why Visit Santorini?
Santorini conjures up images of white-washed houses, blue-domed churches and dramatic cliffs. Swim in the spectacular hot springs of the Santorini Caldera, explore the ancient city of Thera or enjoy a picturesque cable car ride up to the Old Town, all before embarking on your search for the iconic blue-domed church with beautiful sea views. The southernmost of the Cyclades, it enjoys great weather from early spring to late autumn and with the island's never-ending vineyards, Santorini is simply Greece at its traditional best!
Blue-Domed Churches
Hot Springs
Dramatic Landscapes
Sunset
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Holidays to Santorini
Facts about Santorini
What is the time zone?
Santorini operates in the Eastern European Time Zone (EET), which is GMT+2, and observes daylight saving time, making it GMT+3 in the summer.
What is the weather like?
Santorini has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers averaging around 30°C and mild, wet winters with average temperatures of about 12°C.
Top things to see & do
Explore the stunning sunsets in Oia, visit the ancient ruins of Akrotiri, and relax on the unique black sand beaches of Kamari.
Top local cuisine to try
Savor Tomatokeftedes, delicious tomato fritters made with local Santorini tomatoes and herbs; indulge in Moussaka, a comforting dish of layered eggplant, minced meat, and béchamel sauce; and enjoy Fava, a creamy split pea puree typically served with olive oil and lemon.
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