Fira, Santorini’s capital, is one of the best places to see on the island.
During your trip to Santorini, you certainly want to
* Discover the famous white and blue houses
* Wander in picturesque narrow alleys
* Enjoy chic boutiques and luxury hotels with infinity pools
* Admire magnificent views of the caldera.
Fira has all of this! It’s the perfect Cycladic town, a real postcard scenery. Wander in the city’s alleys and discover the breathtaking viewpoints of the sea and the caldera. You will for sure fall in love with the island (even if it’s often crowded). From Fira, follow the beautiful walking trail to reach the villages of Firostefani (only a 10-minute walk) and Imerovigli (the highest point of the caldera, 30 minutes away from Fira). Plan at least between 1 and 2 hours, as you will stop every 2 meters to enjoy the view and take pictures. You can also walk to the small port of Fira Skala. It’s quite easy to get down the 587 steps, but getting back up can be more difficult, especially under the sun!
If you’re too tired to walk, take Santorini’s cable car. During this nice ride, you will admire the island from a different angle. If you’re a History lover, or if you want to know more about Santorini, you can visit 2 museums in Fira:
* The Museum of Prehistoric Thera, exposing vestiges discovered in Akrotiri (I will tell you more about it later) and other archaeological excavations on Santorini.
* The archaeological museum and its collection of remains from all Santorini, including vases from Akrotiri.
Fira is also a great place to enjoy the nightlife in Santorini: you will find the island’s best bars, restaurants, and nightclubs.
