One of the best-preserved ancient settlements in the Aegean, the Akrotiri site was inhabited by the Minoans from Crete around 3000 B.C. The entire ancient city was buried under volcanic ashes after a massive eruption and no human remains and valuables were ever found. Imagine how life was like in Akrotiri as you navigate through an impressive network of buildings and rooms filled with earthenware. You can also view artefacts from the excavations of Akrotiri in the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira. Buy a value-for-money combo ticket for access to both the Akrotiri site and the museum. – Tripadvisor

Visit the Red Beach near Akrotiri for surreal, otherwordly landscapes, where the blue waters and skies contrast against cliffs of red lava rock. The beach is a five-minute hike down to the shore. Here, you can rent an umbrella and a sunbed, or snorkel to explore the underwater formations and fishes. There's even a nudist-friendly section at the northern end of the beach. At the top, there are canteens for snacks, plus awesome views of the beach below. Visit in mid-May for lower rainfall, fewer crowds, and comfortable temperatures. Red Beach is often included on tours of Santorini and luxury caldera cruises. – Tripadvisor

The cove right next to the Red beach, on the southern side of Santorini, is known as the White beach. It is very similar to the Red beach, with black pebbles on the shore, only that the surrounding cliffs are white. This beach is accessible only by boat or on foot from the Red beach.

EXPERIENCE HORSE RIDING operates in Akrotiri village since 1997 and offers riding enthusiasts the opportunity to experience Santorini through specific suggested routes, riding horses safely on our farm. The riding club EXPERIENCE HORSE RIDING is a family business. The owners are two brothers who with love and respect for horses created their own farm in the village of Akrotiri.