Thera travel guide
Thera Tourism | Thera Guide
You're Going to Love Thera
With a population of 2,376, Thera is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Thera has to offer.
Where to Eat in Thera
If you’re looking for affordable options, Mr. E Restaurant (Perivolos beach) and La Colline Santorini (Villa Bordeaux) are great picks.
When to visit Thera
How to Get to Thera
Plane
When flying to Thera, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Thera from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 11h 30m.
Car
Another option to get to Thera is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 230 km from Thera. You’ll find branches of Record Go and Centauro, among others, in Athens.
Airports near Thera
Airlines serving Thera
Where to stay in Thera
From 5-star hotels such as the La Maltese Caldera Concept to great affordable options like the Loizos Stylish Residences, Thera offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 586 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,674 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nemesis and Bedspot Hostel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Thera
Most booked hotels in Thera
Hiring a car in Thera
Hiring a car in Thera costs AED 275 per day, on average, or AED 826 if you want to hire it for 3 days.
Expect to pay AED 7.79 per litre in Thera (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 93.44 and AED 124.58.