Santorini is a volcanic island in the Mediterranean. Thanks to volcanic rocks there are sands of rare shades, from pink to black on the Santorini beaches. The island will delight you with its Santorini Greek cuisine, the azure sea, and beautiful architecture, a characteristic element of which is white and blue buildings. All together creates a unique and enchanting image of Santorini island. Our overview rating of the best Santorini beaches will help you determine the vacation destination that suits you.
1. Kamari Beach
It is one of the top beaches in Santorini – the most famous and especially popular among vacationers. Its name is pronounced with emphasis on the second syllable. It is connected with a small arch, which can still be seen on the southern edge of the beach. According to legend, these are the remains of the sanctuary dedicated to Poseidon. This scenic area is a real business card of this Greek island with blue roofs. The crowded coast with exotic black pebbles is one of the most recognizable landscapes in the photo.
2. Red Beach
Red is the most unusual, most exotic, and beautiful beach in Santorini, Greece. Many people visit it not so much because of a beach holiday, but for the sake of unique photos of Martian landscapes. It owes its name to the dark red rocks and the same color of sand on the coast. It is also known to many as the Red Beach, but the main name associated with the nearest village is Akrotiri or Kokkini Paralia (as the Greeks themselves say) they usually forget. It was the fantastic landscapes that gave him the glory of the best red beach in Santorini.
3. Perissa Beach
It is the largest, most comfortable, and especially crowded Santorini beach, as it is chosen not only by tourists but also by residents. This beach took its name from the nearby village, whose inhabitants became famous for fishing. Now it is one of the most popular Santorini resorts, and the beach itself is almost the only place on the island, which is just perfect for families with children. You can relax here as comfortably and safely as possible, which attracts many vacationers.
