Best beaches of Santorini

The beaches of Santorini, whether sandy, gravel, or pebbly, are all very dark in color, ranging from red to black, and are primarily composed of volcanic rocks. The sea is transparent and immediately deep, making it unsuitable for children. Here are the main beaches, starting from the port of Athinios and going clockwise around the island.

Ammoudi
Located in the northwestern part of the island and accessible from the village of Oia, it is small, picturesque, and has crystal clear water. It is the ideal starting point to reach Thirasia by a small boat.

Baxedes
Located in the north of the island, it is quiet, with black sand and is windy.

Koloumbos
A sandy beach, quiet, equipped, with a backdrop of cliffs and transparent often wavy sea.

Vourvoulos
A quiet, pebbly, equipped beach.

Monolithos
A sandy beach, not very dark, quiet, and easily accessible.

Kamari (Black Beach)
A famous beach, very large, with dark pebbles, equipped, and with shallow water suitable for children.

Perissa
A very popular beach, very long, sandy and gravelly, equipped, and with transparent water that is immediately deep.

Perivolos
A quiet, sandy and gravelly beach, equipped, and with transparent water that is immediately deep.

Vlychada
Located in the south of the island, it is sandy, both dark and light (due to the presence of pumice), partially equipped, and surrounded by high pumice walls.

Kokkini Paralia (Red Beach)
Located near Akrotiri, it is one of the most renowned beaches on the island, picturesque, crowded, sandy, partially equipped, and with very clear water. It is characterized by the presence of reddish or black rock slabs and a steep red cliff behind it.

White Beach (Spiaggia Bianca)
Located near Kokkini Ammos, it is a beautiful beach surrounded by white cliffs and can only be reached by sea.