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No. 3330 · Greece · Eastern Europe and the Balkans

Fira

36.42°N 25.43°E · 260 m

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Overview

Fira is the main town and cultural centre of Thira, the largest island in the Santorini archipelago. It boasts museums, art galleries, cathedrals, and picturesque churches, as well as the island's widest selection of shopping and dining.

Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Museums

Before you go

Money

Prices in euros. Budget eats available: gyros from €1.70.

Transport

Narrow streets and many steps; best explored on foot. Only a few streets suitable for vehicles, parking scarce.

Weather

Summer is bustling with cruise ships; winter is quieter but Fira remains open.

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