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Fira (also called Thera or Thira) is the main town of Santorini island.

[edit] Understand

Every day during the summer is a bustling metropolis as cruise ships from all over the Mediterranean and Aegean seas descend. As a result prices in Thira (and Santorini generally) tend to be a little higher than other Greek Islands.

[edit] Get in

Start with Santorini#Get_in.

From Santorini airport: by taxi.

From the new port (where all ferries arrive): by cable road or by foot.

[edit] Get around

The main bus station of Santorini is in Fira, where you can catch a bus going almost anywhere on the island, usually hourly (every 30 minutes on 6/29/2009). The schedules are posted here daily. Up the stairs behind the bus station and across a parking lot to the west is the main taxi stand.

A public restroom is located at the southern end of the taxi stand. There is a crazed woman who confiscates the toilet paper from the toilets in the mornings, and then accosts patrons as they enter, demanding 50 euro cents for a couple of sheets of toilet paper. She follows people into the restroom and continues to harass them while they use the facilities. Bring your own napkins, and try to ignore her.

Another great way to get around the (small) island is by hiring a quad bike from numerous locations in the main tourist villages. for €20 a day, it is better value than taxis and more fun than a bus.

[edit][add listing] See

Definitely pay a visit to the Museum of Prehistoric Thira, where the story of Akrotiri and other ancient settlements is vividly told through a stunning collection of Neolithic and Bronze Age artifacts. Special ticketing package for the Archaeological Museum the Museum of Prehistoric Thera and the Archaeological Sites of Akrotiri and Ancient Thera: € 8 (reduced: € 4).

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There's actually not a lot to do in Fira other than shop (for overpriced jewelry, designer clothing and handbags) and go to the numerous (American-styled) discos and bars. Apart from the few museums and craft studios (which are open fairly late), travellers seeking unique experiences unobtainable elsewhere will be disappointed. Maybe stroll through the shopping district and watch a sunset over dinner in Fira one night, then get out of town to explore the beaches and other island sites. Fira loses its charm quickly.

[edit][add listing] Eat

In the early evening the passengers of the cruise ships return to their vessels and cafes become much more relaxed.

• Restaurant Nikolas, Erythrou Stavrou, Fira (Head straight up the pedestrian mall (Danezi) and take the first right), ☎ 2286024869. A local eatery preserving traditional Hellenic cuisine. No English menu is provided, but the staff is efficient in explaining the Greek menu board and provide suggestions if necessary. Service is a departure from the overly warm receptions with most tourist traps as it is quick, efficient, and sufficiently friendly. Must tries include the Horiatiki (Greek) salad, moussaka, beef stew. Ask for "horta", a plate of simple boiled greenery ordered by the locals and not on the menu as it is both time-consuming and difficult to prepare on a mass-scale. Though the dish may not look overly appetizing when it arrives at the table, sprinkle on some fresh lemon juice from the provided wedge and add some salt to bring the traditional veggie dish alive. Appetizer: 4 Euro, Mains 8-14 Euros.  edit

• Santo Mythos, (Located two blocks from Theotokopoulou square on M. Danezi street), ☎ 22860 24346. Offers a wide range of cheap, tasty food including salads, sandwiches, moussaka, a variety of gyros, pizza, spaghetti, omelets, and both savory and dessert crepes. Great for travelers on a budget and the service is relatively prompt by comparison to many of the other restaurants in Fira. Gyros are €1.70, Greek Salads are €4.50. They also deliver from 10:00 - 24:00.  edit

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• Two Brothers Bar, An internationally famed watering hole, catering to the tourist party crowd.

[edit][add listing] Sleep

• Kallisti Thera Hotel In the center of Fira town is within a few minutes of the rim of Caldera.

• Panorama Hotel, Fira, Santorini, Greece, ☎ +(0030) 2286022481 (fax: +(0030) 2286023179). The hotel on Caldera faces the sea and the renowned Santorini volcanos. 12 studios, one Greek villa and one honeymoon suite, proximity toshops, restaurants, banks, night life and public transportation.  edit

• Rina's Place. A simple, clean affordable option. A very helpful staff, which includes pick-up from the arrival port. Some of the rooms even have ocean views and even the complimentary breakfast is good. It's a 3 minute walk into the heart of Fira.  edit

• Santorini Palace Hotel 7km from the airport and 12km from the port of Santorini. Providing a wonderful view of the Aegean.

• Belvedere hotel [1].(tel: +30 22860 25496 fax:+30 22860 24539). A luxury boutique hotel located on the the rim of caldera, wonderful view of the volcano, infinity pool and just 10 minutes walk from the center of Fira town.

• Cliff Side suites [2]. (tel: +30 22860 22141 fax: +30 22860 22187) 23 rooms and suites with all four star conveniences. Respecting the Aegean Architectural style, the complex promotes the design and comfort of locality along with an ecstatic merge of joyful colors while the performance of light and shadows crafts an incomparable sentiment. The on-the-edge-of-the-rim swimming pool with views to the caldera evokes a feeling of total calmness and all spa services including outdoor heated Jacuzzi.

• El Greco Hotel [3]. (tel: +30 22860 22052 fax: +30 22860 24945) A contemporary establishment which blends the heritage and the love of santorini with a component of luxury to yield reach memories.

[edit] Stay safe

[edit] Get out

[edit] Contact

• Easy internet cafe with 20PC minimum charge 1€. Next to taxi station. A nice and calm greek internetcafe to see your e-mail, web surf, chat. They also have Wi-Fi with 2Mbps bandwith. You will find it from the orange color.

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