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Santorini Port Information

 

 

Santorini Port are the most southern islands of Cyclades and especially Santorini is one of the most popular summer destinations worldwide. There are 2 ports in Santorini: the first port is located in Fira (Old port) for cruise ships travelers. Cruise ships either put down anchor in the caldera, just below Fira, or 1 – 3 miles away from the old port. And the other port is called Athinios port and is actually the main (commercial) port of the island. Cruises to nearby islands, the volcano of Santorini and the small island of Thirassia depart from the port in Fira(Old port). Old port serving the Santorini before the bigger port of Anthinios took over. This old port became a tourist hub of sort, a small town of seaside cafés, boat rental, duty-free stores, restaurants, taverns and small shops where you can buy souvenirs or traditionsl local products.

 

Athinios port abstains 12 km from Fira and serves all the major ferry companies that come from Athens (Piraeus port),Myconos, Crete and other greek islands. At Athinios port you will fiind markets, rent a car company, taverns, and restaurants.

In case you need more information on ferry departures and arrivals at the port of Santorini, call at (+30 22860) 22239.

 

Port in Santorini (Athinios) is connected with Fira and all villages of the island of Santorini by public buses. Bus routes from Athinios port are scheduled so as to depart at the time the ferries arrive at the port of Santorini and vice versa. Ferry itineraries differ depending on the season of the year. During the summer period, ferry itineraries are more frequent and serve all major destinations on the island of Santorini.

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Uploaded on June 10, 2014
Taken on June 10, 2014