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.

