Cable car of Santorini (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Cable car of Santorini?
What makes it 63% Baby-Friendly: Infants ride free and folded strollers fit, but there are no changing tables or nursing rooms, elevator use needs staff, and heat plus lines can tire parents and baby.
Positives:
- Stroller-friendly cabins: Flat floors and secure doors let you bring a folded stroller on board without extra fee.
- Free infant ride: Infants under 6 ride at no cost, making it budget-friendly for families with babies.
- Fast climb: The 3-minute ride covers 588 stairs, saving time and energy with luggage or stroller.
Challenges:
- Limited baby facilities: Stations lack changing tables or nursing rooms; bring a portable pad and wipes.
- Queue in peak hours: Lines can exceed 60 minutes midday; sun exposure may upset the baby.
- Variable schedules: Operating times follow cruise arrivals; check the day’s timetable to avoid waits.
What is Cable car of Santorini?
- A cable car system connecting Fira town with the Old Port on Santorini’s caldera cliffs
- Enclosed six-person gondola cabins that ascend nearly 260 meters via steel cables in about three minutes
- Modern lower and upper stations featuring ticket offices, sheltered waiting areas and schedules aligned with cruise ship arrivals
What is so special about Cable car of Santorini for with baby?
- Stroller-friendly cabins with flat floors for easy boarding
- Infants under 6 ride free, lowering family cost
- 3-minute ride replaces 588 stairs and heavy lifts
- Viewing deck at Fira offers panoramic caldera vistas
- Early-morning trips cut wait times and avoid heat
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Includes queuing, two 3-minute rides, baby care breaks, and photo stops.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Cable car of Santorini
Early morning cable car ascent:
Board the cable car from the Old Port to Fira in a six-person cabin.
Tip: Arrive before 9 am to fit a folding stroller easily and wait under 20 min in the cooler breeze.
Enjoy the Fira viewing deck:
Step onto the top-station deck for views of the caldera and white-cliff villages.
Tip: Use the nearby restroom and changing area before snapping photos; shaded seating is inside.
Boat-spotting game:
Scan the Aegean Sea for cruise ships and fishing boats during the ride.
Tip: Point out moving vessels to keep your baby engaged as you ascend.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Cable car of Santorini
- Use cruise vouchers: Redeem any cruise-ship cable-car vouchers to skip the ticket line.
- Request elevator access: Ask staff at the Lower Station for the elevator if your stroller counts as luggage.
- Bring shade and snacks: Pack a sunhat, portable shade and water to keep your baby comfortable in line.
Reviews of Cable car of Santorini
Jovita
staff rude and not helpful who guides you to the cars .. I cannot sit backwards and staff even not bothered to listen … so what you will do if I faint inside the car? though team in the cash desk are nice and polite giving 5 stars only because I work myself in hospitality and not fair of one person to put all experience as bad you can pay card and cash one way
Christian Bates
I thought this really added to the experience of visiting Santorini. We had 3 kids and really loved it, was quite an exhilarating trip up the cliff and was a real highlight of a day with many highlights. We were there on a day with two large cruise ships and ours was an hour late arriving. The lineup was not that bad, probably a 20min wait which is quicker than walking up the hill. We did walk d...
Joshua Sohn
Way better than walking up or down. Only took cash when I went. 10 € per person each way.
Jane Chao
The cable car is reopened from today 15 of May. Nonstop running till 22:00.
Ljubica Banic
Lovely views of La caldera…. I took the steps going down to the harbour was a big mistake, so my plan was to take back the cable car was the best decision ever. I think is a bit expensive for time of the ride. 2 mins €6, queues can be up to 2 hours if you have a cruise mooring in Santorini. The old harbour is small you will expect to be crowded. But I was lucky I took the cable car around 5.30pm...
When is the best time to visit Cable car of Santorini (Santorini, Greece)?
In summer, ride early to avoid midday heat inside the cabins. In shoulder seasons, fewer ships dock—check the cable car schedule in advance.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Two adult round-trip tickets | EUR 28 |
| Infant under 6 | EUR 0 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 28 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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