Ammoudi Bay is one of the best places to visit in Santorini, which is a gorgeous bay and a tiny port city situated at the foundation of Oia village. It is a scenic spot with a rocky volcanic coastline and crystalline water, offering an opportunity to indulge in diving. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the picturesque views of the majestic sunset and the fishing boats.
One of the lesser-known places to visit in Santorini, this picture-perfect 19th-century harbor can be reached from Oia by climbing down over 200 steps. At the end of this descent, you will be pleased to enjoy an alfresco meal of flavorsome seafood and quality wine at the tavernas lining the water's edge.
The glittering water pulls you in for a vigorous swim, and the many rocks around make it the perfect spot for cliff diving. This place is also the idyllic destination of honeymooners for candlelight dinners or date nights.
Location: Oia.
Highlights: Swimming, cliff diving, seafood.
• Visit the beautiful bay and the quaint former fishing port village of Ammoudi Bay in the Oia village of Santorini.
• Admire the beauty of the rustic fish tavernas and soak in the Greek vibes of the atmosphere of Ammoudi Bay.
• Take a tranquil and exhilarating walk from Oia to Ammoudi Bay and discover the breadth of geological layers and the famous bright red rocks of Santorini.
• Enjoy the delicious fresh seafood along with a chilled glass of local white wine and a range of ubiquitous appetizers in the Ammoudi Fish Tavern.
• Watch the pink and purple hues of the sunset on the dramatic Caldera cliffs which serenades the peaceful Aegean waters from Ammoudi Bay
• Indulge in swimming and cliff jumping experience at Armonio Beach in Ammoudi Bay.
• Walk past the restaurants and bars of Ammoudi Bay while witnessing the authentic view of the boats bobbing offshore.
• Pay a visit to the Saint Nicholas Church, which is a true hidden gem that can be reached only by swimming in Ammoudi Bay.