Thirasia
Θηρασιά
A sister island on the western side of the caldera, preserving an unspoiled character without tourist development. From here, you can look back at Oia and the clifftop towns.
Thirasia and the main island of Santorini share the same collapsed caldera. The major eruption around 1600 BC separated them. The island has a permanent population of only about 100 people and no large hotels. At the village of Manolas on the summit, white houses line the cliff edge, offering views back toward Oia and Fira. The harbour at Korfos has a few seafood tavernas, which are ideal for a quiet lunch. You can take a small ferry from Amoudi Bay below Oia, a trip of about 10 to 15 minutes. Many volcanic island day cruises also stop here. Transport on the island is limited, so plan your return trip around the ferry timetable.
Opening hours
All day (depends on ferry times)
Nearby sights
- Amoudi Bay
- Oia
- Nea Kameni Volcano Boat Trip
- Akrotiri Lighthouse
- Imerovigli & Skaros Rock
- Fira to Oia Hiking Trail
- Fira Old Port & Cable Car
- Fira