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Best Things to Do in Santorini, solo trip
Nea Kameni is 81% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can freely join inexpensive boat tours, walk the 1 km crater trail at their own pace, photograph geology and caldera views, and needs only average fitness and closed shoes.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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15 min
Santorini Volcano Tour - Hiking to the Crater of an Active Volcano (Nea Kameni)
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Akrotiri Lighthouse is 81% Solo-Friendly
The rocky viewpoint offers free hiking, quiet photo spots, and sunset views; but no restrooms or public transport means you need own vehicle, sturdy shoes, and water.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Nisís Palaia Kameni is 81% Solo-Friendly
Solo visitors can hike black lava, swim in sulphur springs, and photograph the silent caldera, but they must cope with harsh sun, uneven ground, and boat-only access without backup.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Museum of Prehistoric Thera is 81% Solo-Friendly
The compact museum lets a solo visitor read detailed panels, photograph artifacts, and linger for 1–2 hours without waiting lines, so it suits independent travelers very well.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Therasia is 80% Solo-Friendly
The island offers uncrowded hikes, village walks, cheap ferries, and calm swim spots that a solo traveler can manage independently, but bring water and watch footing on rocky paths.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 days
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Ancient Thera is 80% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can hike up or drive, explore ruins at own pace, enjoy panoramic Aegean photos, and manage uneven ground and strong sun with water, hat, and good shoes.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Metropolitan Church of Ypapanti Thira is 80% Solo-Friendly
The cathedral is free, easy to reach in Fira, open most day hours, offers art, history, and quiet reflection that a solo traveler can enjoy in 30-60 minutes without special planning.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Heart of Santorini is 80% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can reach the heart in ten minutes, enjoy quiet Caldera views and photography for free, yet should bring water and sun protection because there is no shade, restroom, or staff.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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SeaJets is 80% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can easily board, find an economical seat, enjoy deck views, buy Wi-Fi, and move around safely for the 2-hour ride, so the ferry scores high for independent sightseers.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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5 min
SEAJETS ferry ride from Santorini to Mykonos
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Riding the Ferry to Santorini | Seajets HSC Speedrunner Jet
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Caldera's Boats is 80% Solo-Friendly
Single travelers can join short or full-day group cruises, meet others, hike the volcano, and swim with provided gear; flexible scheduling and free cancellation add independence and low stress.
Recommended visit duration: 3-5 hours
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Santorini Greece - Private Caldera Boat Tour
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Santorini, Greece - fantastic catamaran sailing cruise through the caldera of Santorini
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