Santorini Beaches: Information about the many beaches of Santorini Greece
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The most famous beaches of the island of Santorini Greece are Perissa, Kamari, Monolithos and the Red Beach. The beaches of Kamari, Perissa and Monolithos have black sand and deep blue waters. They are situated on the east side of the island and in the tourist areas of the island. These areas offer many hotels, taverns, cafes, bars and beach-bars. The Red Beach near Akrotiri is located in a quieter area. It is however the most famous beach of the island, and attracts many people.
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Location:15 km south-east of Fira
Description:You will find a very touristy but amazing endless black sandy beach with an enormous rock called Mesa Vouno rising from the sea.
Nearest
village:Perissa
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Location:10 km south-east of Fira
Description:The landscape is very similar to the endless black sandy beach of Perissa. The difference is that Kamari is not built in the same manner.
Nearest village:Kamari
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Location:8 km south west from Fira.
Description:The Red Beach is a beach composed of black and red volcanic rocks, near Akrotiri.
Nearest village:Akrotir
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Location:10 km south-east of Fira, next to Kamari
Description:Monolithos is one of the less crowded beaches. It is situated near the airport. This area has just a couple of accommodations and tavernas
Nearest village:Kamari
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Location:North-east of the island
Description:Cape Columbo is characterized by the impressive rocks formation. It is a quiet beach of the East side of the island.
Nearest village:Finikia
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Location:East side of the island, couple of Km from Perissa
Description:Perivolos is situated at the continuation of Perissa, on the long black sandy beach.
Nearest village:Perissa
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