Port of Santorini (Athinios Port)
Santorini, Greece
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Is Athinios Port the same as Santorini port?
What is the main port in Santorini? Santorini has 2 ports, but only one serves passenger ferries: Athinios Port, also known as the "New Port" or "Thira Port" by locals. Located on the southwest side of the island, Athinios is the main hub for ferry arrivals and departures, and is especially busy during the high season.
Does Santorini have two ports?
Santorini has two ports; Athinios Port and the Old Port of Fira. Both the ports are too small for the cruise ships to be docked directly. Hence, you'll have to rely on a ship's tender to reach the ports.
How far is Athinios Port from Fira?
Athinios is 12 km away from Fira and serves all the major shipping companies that come from Athens (Piraeus port) or Crete. The new port of Santorini (Athinios) is located southwest of Fira and there you will find cafes to enjoy your coffee in case of waiting for the ship as well as travel agencies to serve you.
Is there a port on Santorini Athinios?
It is the only port on Santorini with regular passenger ferry services linking the island to Athenian port of Piraeus, Cyclades, Crete, and Rhodes. Athinios is surrounded by steep, multi-colored volcanic cliffs, along which a road winds to the top, zigzagging backwards and forward. View of Athinios port.