Santorini Travel Guide 🇬🇷
Everything you need to know before visiting Santorini — sunsets, beaches, food & itinerary
🌤 Live Weather — Santorini
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📌 Quick Facts
Country Greece
Region Cyclades Islands
Currency Euro (€)
Language Greek
Time Zone GMT+2
Famous For Caldera sunsets
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Schengen Visa 90 Days Insurance Required- Indian citizens need a Schengen visa
- Passport validity: 6+ months recommended
- Return ticket & hotel booking required
🗓 Best Time to Visit
May–Jun Best weather
Sep–Oct Fewer crowds
Jul–Aug Peak & expensive
Winter Quiet & windy
💰 Average Trip Budget (Per Day)
- 🎒 Budget: €80–100 | ₹7,200–9,000 | $90–110
- 🏨 Mid-range: €150–220 | ₹13,500–19,800 | $165–240
- 👑 Luxury: €350+ | ₹31,500+ | $380+
Santorini is one of Greece’s most expensive islands.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Oia Fira Imerovigli Red Beach Akrotiri Ruins Caldera Viewpoints🚗 Transport & Getting Around
- ATV & scooter rentals
- Buses connect main towns
- Taxis limited & expensive
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Cosmote, Vodafone Greece
- EU eSIMs work well
- Good 4G coverage
💵 Money & Payments
- Cards widely accepted
- Cash useful in small tavernas
- ATMs available in towns
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Greek salad
- Seafood mezze
- Tomato keftedes
- Fava puree
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Orthodox Easter
- Wine harvest festivals
- Summer cultural events
🛡 Safety & Travel Tips
- Very safe island
- Watch cliff edges
- Book transport early
🙏 Local Etiquette
- Dress modestly in churches
- Respect private properties
- Be polite during sunset crowds
🎒 What to Pack
- Comfortable sandals
- Light jacket (evenings)
- Sunscreen & hat
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Mediterranean climate
- Hot summers
- Windy evenings
🧳 Suggested 3-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 – Fira & caldera walk
- Day 2 – Oia sunset & beaches
- Day 3 – Akrotiri & boat cruise
❓ Santorini Travel FAQs
Is Santorini expensive for Indians?
Yes, Santorini is expensive, but short stays are manageable.
Is Santorini safe for tourists?
Yes, Santorini is extremely safe.
Do Indians need a visa for Santorini?
Yes, a Schengen visa is required.
How many days are enough for Santorini?
2–3 days are ideal for Santorini.