For those who need to relax and experience a peaceful environment away from the crowds and noise, I highly recommend visiting Santorini during the winter!
You don’t have much to do in terms of entertainment, but you can enjoy the true beauty of the island without interactions! The colors of the sky, the sunset and the wild beauty of winter in Santorini are truly unique!
I think Santorini is ideal in winter for those looking for alternative things. For example, it is the best time for hiking, hiking trails are empty so you can enjoy a wonderful hike (interesting hiking trails are those of Ancient Thira from Peirssa, Caldera Megalochori, Fira to Oia and Pyrgos to the monastery of the Prophet Elias.Visit the most interesting archaeological sites, such as the archaeological site of Akrotiri dating back to 4500 BC, which is an amazing experience (don’t forget to have a guide with you), explore the archaeological site of Antient Thira 900 BC is also of great interest.Visit the Maritime Museum in Oia.If you want to take a boat tour around the volcano, there are still boat tour agencies open during the winter that offer day trips to the volcano if the weather is good.
Other things to do…
Visit my favorite traditional port of Vlychada, wander around, sit and admire the beauty of the sea, go to the port to eat at the fishmonger, Mrs. Roula and her family (all fishermen), cook daily fresh fish and so much more. other delicious things. It is very authentic and traditional, also the prices are very good!
A nice idea is also to go to the cinema, enjoy a nice dinner in Fira (recommended places like The Bone, Kokkalo, The Garden at Pelican hotel) or in the village of Karterados (Kyra Niki Greek cuisine with live music on Saturdays, Tobasco Italian restaurant) and in Exo Gonia (Aroma Avlis)..
