Greek villages are perfect destinations for a sunny getaway. With their white houses and cobbled streets, you can expect a serious change of scenery.

Discover hidden sunset spots, luxury stays, and insider tips for avoiding crowds in Oia, Santorini—plus where to eat and swim in 2025.

Sarah Souli The best way to take in Santorini ... including the blue-domed St. Gerasimos Church, which offers excellent views of the volcano. Once you hit Oia, you'll find Byzantine castle ...

Add this to the list of things I never thought I’d do: I’ve signed up for a Santorini ... the famous blue domes as backdrop. Did someone say wine o’clock? Shepherded out of Oia, it’s ...

Sarah Souli The best way to take in Santorini’s beauty is to walk, and there is no better route than the one from Fira to Oia. This hike ... of their visit to Greece. U.S. News Insider Tip ...

Katikies Santorini (Oia) Over in touristy Oia, Katikies makes the most of its cliff-hanging location and offers a respite from the crowds. Dine with jaw-dropping views at Katikies Restaurant or ...

These Greek spots promise stunning scenery and authentic experiences – without the crowds and the price tag, says Elise Morton ...

Santorini's top restaurants, concentrated in the caldera-view villages of Fira and Oia and in tiny hilltop Pyrgos, rank among Greece's best. They employ innovative chefs who conjure up modern ...

Want to enjoy the best of Greece ... Oia and Fira, the island’s capital, which stretches north into villages lined with hotels, eateries and, yes, dazzling lookout points. When staying in ...