Akrotiri Lighthouse
Φάρος Ακρωτηρίου
A white 19th-century lighthouse on the cliffs at the southwest tip of the island. It is a far less crowded sunset spot than Oia.
Akrotiri Lighthouse was built in 1892 on the headland at the southwestern tip of Santorini and is one of the most beautiful lighthouses in Greece. The lighthouse itself is not open to visitors, but the rocky heights around it offer wide views. On one side are the caldera and Fira and Oia in the distance. On the other side is the open Aegean Sea. As the sun sinks into the sea, the atmosphere is more relaxed than in crowded Oia. There are no dining facilities nearby, and the road back at night is narrow and has no street lights, so drive carefully. You can combine it with the Akrotiri prehistoric site and Red Beach for a half-day tour of the southern part of the island. A car or motorbike is recommended, as buses run infrequently.
Opening hours
All day (lighthouse not open to visitors)
Nearby sights
- Red Beach
- Akrotiri Archaeological Site
- Nea Kameni Volcano Boat Trip
- Vlychada Beach
- Megalochori
- Thirasia
- Santo Wines Winery
- Emporio & Kasteli