Family Holidays to Santorini

Best family friendly beaches in Santorini

Santorini’s volcanic coastline makes for some unique family beach days, with black sand, dramatic cliffs and clear blue water.

• Perissa Beach is a great choice for families, with its striking black sand, a gently shelving shoreline and plenty of cafés, tavernas and watersports along the beach.
• Perivolos Beach also has black sand, with sunloungers, beachfront restaurants and activities such as paddleboarding and pedalo rides.
• Kamari Beach is another popular option, with dark volcanic sand, a seafront promenade and plenty of places to stop for food or ice cream.
• Monolithos Beach is a good option for families with younger children, thanks to its sandy shoreline and generally shallow water near the shore.

Best family activities in Santorini

Families can explore ancient ruins, discover the island’s volcanic landscape and enjoy boat trips out across the caldera, with plenty of opportunities to mix sightseeing with time by the sea.

• Santorini Water Park in Perissa is a fun option for younger visitors, with swimming pools, waterslides and a pirate-themed play area.
• Boat trips around the caldera let families see Santorini’s volcanic scenery from the water, with some excursions stopping at the volcanic islets and hot springs.
• Ancient Thera sits high above Perissa and features the remains of an ancient city, including old buildings and Roman-era ruins. The uphill walk might be better suited to families with older children.
• Akrotiri Archaeological Site offers a glimpse into life on Santorini thousands of years ago, with the remains of a Bronze Age settlement protected beneath a modern roof.
• Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira displays artefacts discovered around the island, including finds from Akrotiri, making it a fun stop for curious older children.
• Emporio Village is a lovely place to explore together, with narrow lanes, traditional buildings and the remains of a Venetian-era castle.