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Sunset in Oia
Sunset in Oia
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The area
Best nearby
Restaurants
130 within 3 miles

Elinikon
449
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • European • Greek • Grill

Roka Kafeneio Ouzeri
1,806
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Seafood • Mediterranean • Greek

Lolita's Gelato
1,993
0.4 mi$ • Dessert • Gluten Free Options

Oia Vineyart
500
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • Greek • Wine Bar

Karma Greek Restaurant
1,230
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Greek • Contemporary • Healthy

Fino Cocktail Bar & Restaurant
1,004
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • European • Healthy

Nikos Place Gril House
317
0.4 mi$ • Fast Food • Mediterranean • Greek

Pelekanos
1,815
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • Greek • Vegetarian Friendly

Piatsa Souvlaki Grill House
214
0.4 mi$ • Fast Food • Greek • Street Food

Oia Gefsis
567
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Seafood • Mediterranean • Greek
Attractions
50 within 6 miles

Katharos Beach
102
0.2 miBeaches

Oia's Main Street
916
0.4 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas

Amoudi Bay
3,932
0.4 miBodies of Water

The Castle of St Nicholas
593
0.4 miHistoric Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Mnemossyne Gallery
150
0.4 miArt Galleries

Nikolaou Nomikou
76
0.5 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Naval Maritime Museum Oia Santorini
72
0.3 miHistory Museums

Oia Treasures Art Gallery
60
0.4 miArt Galleries

Anthemion
7
0.4 miArt Galleries

Domaine Sigalas
782
1.3 miWineries & Vineyards
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ChrisMcG170
Hastings, UK201 contributions
Couples
We visited Oia to watch the sunset when we were in Santorini and the view blew our minds. There are plenty of places to watch the sunset in Santorini and if you want to view it from Oia, I would get here with at least 45 minutes to spare. Even longer if you want to view from a comfy restaurant seat with a glass of something in your hand to welcome the sight of what can only be described as an "awe inspiring" sight. However, whatever you do. Do not book a tour to see it. They obviously cannot guarantee the sunset and you will be disappointed you paid all that money to see something you can see anywhere. If you are on Santorini, get the public bus. It's genuinely the easiest way to get around the island and you could save a small fortune.
Written May 29, 2022
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Ruth J
San Diego, CA13 contributions
Friends
Oia is about 30 minutes from the Town of Santorini. The area is easy to walk around; loved taking photos of charming homes and very old doors! Lots of places to eat and watch the sunset. Make sure you make a reservation; or get to a restaurant at least an hour before sunset, so you can make sure you get a table. There's even a place you can stop to tour an authentic Cave Home...best thing, entrance is free.
Written July 2, 2022
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Rachel C
6 contributions
Solo
I honestly think the view is just as spectacular from Fira where it is less crowded and easy to get a restaurant view. But went to the old castle and the atmosphere was fantastic, there was a saxophone player keeping the crowd lively for the sunset. No problem getting bus back to Fira afterwards
Written July 31, 2022
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danmad_12
United Kingdom38 contributions
Couples
Oia is a beautiful place but it’s super busy. The streets are narrow with nice shops but there are so many people trying to get around that it makes it impossible to enjoy the experience.
We went for the famous sunset but to get a good spot to view this you either reserve a table in a restaurant weeks in advance or you pick a spot on one of the streets approximately 90 min beforehand.
The sunset is pretty but nothing more than watching it on any other beach.
Once the sunset has finished, several hundred people then leave on mass to get their transport home.
If you want to experience the sunset and Oia as a whole I would suggest going early or late season but if you’re happy sat on a wall for 2 hours and bumping into crowds of people, then you’ll have a great time.
We went for the famous sunset but to get a good spot to view this you either reserve a table in a restaurant weeks in advance or you pick a spot on one of the streets approximately 90 min beforehand.
The sunset is pretty but nothing more than watching it on any other beach.
Once the sunset has finished, several hundred people then leave on mass to get their transport home.
If you want to experience the sunset and Oia as a whole I would suggest going early or late season but if you’re happy sat on a wall for 2 hours and bumping into crowds of people, then you’ll have a great time.
Written July 28, 2022
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Grace
1 contribution
Family
Why lie about this darn sunset? What have people bought into this tourist con? It’s like any other beautiful sunset that you see in any country. The hype around this is designed to capitalise on it. Parking expensive if u want to see the sunset, drink prices are extortionate if you’re in the area, then the crowd jostling for position is another story. Enjoy Santorini but honestly, don’t bother with the sunset. It’s a load of crap.
Written June 21, 2022
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JednSasha
Stoke-on-Trent, UK2,799 contributions
A must see view of both Oia and it's sunset views.
Sunset the world over is beautiful and always a good photo opportunity, the views of sunset in Oia are World famous and equally beautiful but the same as the sunsets the world over, we visited Santorini during our 10 day trip to Crete getting a ferry from Heraklion and staying for 3 nights and 4 days.
We get an equally beautiful view of the sunset from our hotel balcony on Crete but Santorini is much more than just the sunset views, the views from many points on the Island are equally beautiful.
Finding space for the best views was difficult even in early October but we did manage to find a good spot, thousands of tourists clamour for a good spot and there are many of them, hundreds more book their hotels based on the views of the sunset included in their stay but you don't have to do that, there are many public spots if you get there early enough and are prepared to wait an hour or so, the Sun cannot be rushed but good spots are snapped up fast.
Personally I preferred the views we found all over the Island, on our boat trip to the hot springs, the beaches and generally all over the Island. that said you cannot miss at least one view of the sunset.
Oia itself is made for tourists as is most of the Island with many shops, Cafes, Restaurants and attractions to satisfy every budget and pallet.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and the vast majority of locals and workers there are very friendly, we did find good discounts on everything were available when the two friends with us who are from Crete spoke to vendors in Greek from souvenirs to rapid tests before we returned to Crete with a 30 euro difference in the price for Greek Nationals over foreign tourists, luckily we are both fully vaccinated so did not need tests and our friends being Greek were able to take advantage of those discounts.
Sunset the world over is beautiful and always a good photo opportunity, the views of sunset in Oia are World famous and equally beautiful but the same as the sunsets the world over, we visited Santorini during our 10 day trip to Crete getting a ferry from Heraklion and staying for 3 nights and 4 days.
We get an equally beautiful view of the sunset from our hotel balcony on Crete but Santorini is much more than just the sunset views, the views from many points on the Island are equally beautiful.
Finding space for the best views was difficult even in early October but we did manage to find a good spot, thousands of tourists clamour for a good spot and there are many of them, hundreds more book their hotels based on the views of the sunset included in their stay but you don't have to do that, there are many public spots if you get there early enough and are prepared to wait an hour or so, the Sun cannot be rushed but good spots are snapped up fast.
Personally I preferred the views we found all over the Island, on our boat trip to the hot springs, the beaches and generally all over the Island. that said you cannot miss at least one view of the sunset.
Oia itself is made for tourists as is most of the Island with many shops, Cafes, Restaurants and attractions to satisfy every budget and pallet.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and the vast majority of locals and workers there are very friendly, we did find good discounts on everything were available when the two friends with us who are from Crete spoke to vendors in Greek from souvenirs to rapid tests before we returned to Crete with a 30 euro difference in the price for Greek Nationals over foreign tourists, luckily we are both fully vaccinated so did not need tests and our friends being Greek were able to take advantage of those discounts.
Written October 13, 2021
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Jordi Stet
De Zilk, The Netherlands56 contributions
Couples
Even in September was watching the sunset very busy, the whole edge of Oia was crowded. Almost all restaurants with a view were full and the horizon was cloudy (maybe a bad day). We recommend to check the weather before you go, it can be very windy up there.
Nevertheless a fun thing to see when in Santorini.
Nevertheless a fun thing to see when in Santorini.
Written October 3, 2021
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Riva-Yvonne
Harrogate, UK65 contributions
Friends
The sunset is ruined by crowds of people just stopping and taking pictures ( of themselves ) from every vantage point.
Oia is lovely ( much better to go during the day when there are no cruise ships about) but just packed with people all looking for a photo opportunity.
The sunset is better from a restaurant in Fira in my opinion...make sure you sit one level up from the hoards to people who appear like ants as the sun goes down .
Oia is lovely ( much better to go during the day when there are no cruise ships about) but just packed with people all looking for a photo opportunity.
The sunset is better from a restaurant in Fira in my opinion...make sure you sit one level up from the hoards to people who appear like ants as the sun goes down .
Written September 26, 2021
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Colinhs9
Stockport, UK210 contributions
This come up on lots of lists as the best thing to do in Santorini. It's a sunset - you know, the thing that happens every day wherever you are in the world? It is great seeing it in Oia, as it drops behind a small island (in May) but even in May there are hordes of people lining large part of Oia. Coach loads of people turn up to see it. It's quite the phenomenon.
Written May 16, 2022
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The_Chiappone
Nottingham, UK195 contributions
Between the sunset in Oia and the sunset at the Lighthouse you can get the experience of the sunset in a well developed touristic area and a completely rugged one.
Beware of prices, Oia is horribly expensive and most places with a terrace will charge a minimum to sit there. It could be done inexpensively by being there early and finding a good spot to sit down in the small alleys.
Beware of prices, Oia is horribly expensive and most places with a terrace will charge a minimum to sit there. It could be done inexpensively by being there early and finding a good spot to sit down in the small alleys.
Written September 15, 2020
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redbarntravels
Ottawa, OH1 contribution
Are you currently open? I have emailed, messaged on instagram, and messaged on Facebook with no responses, yet you are still posting to social media?
Dipankar M
Pune, India137 contributions
Sorry, but the disturbing news is that Santorini is currently under lockdown
Daisy
Paris, France
Open this season?
lifeistravel2015
Seoul, South Korea579 contributions
I guess so. Because it’s open place at the north end of Oia.
Elas
Monteforte Irpino, Italy12 contributions
Ciao a tutti.
Volevo fare delle fotografie ambientate a Oia.
Quello che mi chiedo è; posso godere del classico panorama con le case bianche sullo sfondo già dalle stradine del piccolo paese?
Sono stato a Santorini 5 anni fa’ ma per una serie di circostanze non siamo arrivati sino ad Oia.
ods223
Vercelli, Italy982 contributions
buongiorno
il paesino si affaccia sull'alta costa di quella parte dell'isola e la parte verso mare su cui si affaccia la maggior parte delle caratteristiche case bianche è un dedalo di stradine pedonali che dall'alto scendono verso il basso per raggiungere gli edifici a livello del mare ed un piccolo promontorio da cui guardando verso monte si ha gran parte del paese come sfondo. Il problema è … l'affollamento che rende assai arduo, specialmente verso il tramonto, percorrere le scalinate e trovare un buon punto da cui scattare foto.
buona vacanza
Is it customary to tip after the cruise and if so how much?
TravelerCathy123
Florida180 contributions
We always tip for good service 15%...so have to plan ahead and have cash on hand!
What are a few rooftop or a little less crowded restaurants you recommend to see the sunset in Oia? TYIA
chriswool
Plymouth, UK160 contributions
There are loads of cafes, but for the sunset they are all full, we waited for an hr in one and had a brilliant view then people came up and stood right in front of us
How do you make a reservation at this Sunset Restaurant? I can’t seem to find street address and phone Number to call ahead?
Beach_Ravi
61 contributions
It isn't a restaurant, per se. It is an area which has many restaurants, coffee and wine bars.
Delcia C
Auckland Central, New Zealand4 contributions
H tihere. We are thinking of doing this trip next year, 2020 incorporating the Greek Isles. Were you part of a tour group or did you do the islands independantly. If the latter did you find it easy to go from island to island. We are not tour people so would rather travel independantly and stay on the islands we visit for a few nights. Would you recommend this?? Would love to hear your thoughts and experiences if you are happy to do that.
Cheers
Delcia - north Auckland, NZ
MsLee13
Washington DC, DC58 contributions
We actually did both. We were a part of a tour, but pre-planned and added Santorini as a side trip on our own. We came from Mykonos and it was easy to ferry hop to Santorini to stay for a couple of days. (Trip Advisor was a great tool with tips for lodging, transportation, etc.)
I think you should have no problem planning this yourself. Enjoy!
Dove posso parcheggiare a Oia se arrivo in macchina? Potete consigliarmi una zona dove parcheggiare? Grazie
terrory
Naples, Italy504 contributions
Arrivata ad Oia, dove inizia l’isola pedonale, devi continuare a percorrere la strada in auto, ovunque trovi spazio puoi parcheggiare gratis e ci sono le stradine laterali che ti portano sulla via pedonale principale
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset in Oia
- We recommend booking Sunset in Oia tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 32 Sunset in Oia tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Sunset in Oia:
- Santorini Day Tour with Sunset in Oia (From $58.34)
- 6-Hour Private Best of Santorini Experience (From $196.25)
- Oia Sunset and Traditional Villages Full Day Tour (From $63.65)
- Santorini organized tour half day (From $68.95)
- Winery - Oia Sunset Private Tour (From $604.66)
- Hotels near Sunset in Oia:
- (0.01 mi) Oia Sunset Villas
- (0.09 mi) Katharos Villas
- (0.04 mi) Elea Resort
- (0.17 mi) Canaves Oia Epitome
- (0.08 mi) Ether Sunset Oia
- Restaurants near Sunset in Oia:
- (0.28 mi) Elinikon
- (0.33 mi) Roka Kafeneio Ouzeri
- (0.35 mi) Lolita's Gelato
- (0.18 mi) Alios Ilios
- (0.35 mi) Oia Vineyart