Fira

Fira holidays

You’ll recognise it from nearly every postcard you’ll see of Santorini – Fira, the island’s capital, is breathtaking. With its whitewashed houses topped with bright blue domes and a hidden caldera, it’s a dreamy destination that needs to be ticked off your Greek bucket list. Don’t even get us started on the sunsets – they’re out of this world!

Aressana Spa Hotel & Suites
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  • London Stansted, Sun 20 Apr 2025
  • 7 Nights, Bed and Breakfast
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children

Aressana Spa Hotel & Suites

Fira, Santorini

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  • Poolside cabanas
  • Meet you at the rooftop restaurant
  • Jazz and cocktail bars nearby
De Sol Hotel & Spa
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De Sol Hotel & Spa

Fira, Santorini

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  • Short drive from Fira
  • Stunning views
  • Excellent service
  • Relaxing pool area
  • Stylish design
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A view like no other 

If you’re a sucker for sea views, then you’ve struck gold on a holiday in Fira. This hilltop town gives you the perfect vantage point for glancing out over the Aegean and down across the caldera – a dormant volcano that hides beneath the water. As day turns to night, you’ll see pinks and oranges flood the sky.

Island-hop until your heart’s content

From Fira’s port, you can head to Athinos port and enjoy a boat trip to many of the surrounding islands. Thirassia, Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni all sit within Santorini’s crescent shape, so you can be there in no time. Fancy checking out some of the other gorgeous Greek islands? Take your pick from regular ferries to Mykonos, Paxos and Paros.

Fira cable car

Fira cable car

Fira, Santorini

From the Old Port, you can jump on the cable car as it travels 220 metres up, passing whitewashed houses that cling to the cliffside. Within an impressive three minutes, you’ll have reached Fira. It costs...
Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral

Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral

Fira, Santorini

Overlooking the caldera edge, sits this beautiful whitewashed cathedral. Alongside its impressive archways and bell tower, it boasts a peaceful courtyard filled with flowers. Inside, you’ll see magical frescoes...
Ammoudi

Ammoudi

Santorini

Wander down 300  steps from Oia to visit charming Ammoudi. This teeny port is nestled in a tranquil bay surrounded by towering red cliffs, making it one of the island’s most picturesque places to...
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