Should you rent car in Santorini?

You don’t need a car unless you want to squeeze in several different destinations in one day. There’s a good public bus system that will take you from Fira or Oia to most or all of the places you are likely to want to visit. We had a car in Santorini, but we arrived with it by Ferry from Pireaus.

Is it difficult to drive in Santorini?

Driving in Santorini is pretty straightforward (in the daytime), but it’s hair raising to share winding, cliffside roads with tour buses, pedestrians, ATVs, and the occasional donkey. There isn’t a traffic light on the entire island.

Is it good to have a car in Santorini?

Santorini is home to breathtaking sunsets, blue-domed churches and quintessential Greek towns and villages and renting a car is one of the best ways to see as much as possible. We highly recommend renting a car in Santorini to have the freedom to explore at your own pace and discover everything the island had to offer.

Is it easy to drive a car in Santorini?

Less traffic . On the other hand, the roads are narrow, and the roads do no have enough lights at night. If you are an experienced driver, and your rental car is in a good condition, ( good lights, brakes e.t.c.), driving in Santorini is rather easy, as long as you rent the same type of car that you usually drive.

Is Oia or Fira better?

Fira is the isalnd’s capital and the livelier village of the two with much more nightlife and shopping. Oia is the more luxurious village with romantic restaurants and high-end shopping.

Can you drive around Santorini in a day?

We suggest spending at least three full days in Santorini to be able to see the highlights without having to rush. Santorini isn’t a big island and you can drive from one side to another (Oia to Akrotiri) in less than an hour, so just a small rental car is fine (unless you have a lot of luggage or passengers).

Can you drink the tap water in Santorini?

Needless to say, bottled water is a popular product on Santorini! We recommend that you always use bottled water for drinking. Washing up and brushing your teeth can be safely done using tap water throughout the island.

Do I need an international drivers license to rent a car in Santorini?

To rent a car in Santorini you need an international or national driver’s license, held by the driver for at least 1 year. The minimum driver’s age is 21 years for cars and jeeps. We advise you pay the extra for Collision Damage Waiver (CDW).

Can you see sunset from Fira?

Promenade in Fira The short promenade along the cliff edge in the southern area of central Fira near the Cathedral is a popular sunset viewing location. Relax with a drink or bite at one of the many cliff-clinging bars and restaurants, also very popular.

Is Fira worth visiting?

If you enjoy shopping or eating or drinking or hanging out and watching the view then Fira is worth visiting for a few hours in the day or evening. The port of Fira below is where the cruise ships dock, though they don’t actually dock.

Can you drink tap water in Santorini?

Can you flush toilet paper in Greece Hotels?

One of the commonest questions first-time visitors to Greece ask is “is it true that you can’t flush paper down the toilet?” Unfortunately, in the vast majority of accommodations, cafes, bars, shops and restaurants, the answer is “yes, it is true!”

Do you tip in Santorini?

Tipping in Santorini, as well as in the rest of Greece is optional. The amount of the tip you wish to leave is up to you. If you don’t like to count the percentage, which is usually the case, we might help you with that.

Can I use my UK driving Licence in Greece?

Licences and documents You can drive in Greece with a UK driving licence. You should read our guidance on driving in the EU from 1 January 2021.

How long does it take to drive around Santorini?

How big is Santorini? Santorini is a relatively small Greek island, and it is about 16km long and about 12km at its widest area. The total area is around 76.19 km². Driving from one end to the other takes around 40 minutes.

Can you see the sunset from Fira Santorini?

Promenade in Fira The short promenade along the cliff edge in the southern area of central Fira near the Cathedral is a popular sunset viewing location. Relax with a drink or bite at one of the many cliff-clinging bars and restaurants, also very popular. Some places may require reservations.

Is it better to stay in imerovigli or Fira?

– Fira is the main hub. It is where the cruise ships dock and in general much more busy. Has more nightlife. – Imerovigli is the most quiet.