Viewpoint
Akrotiri Lighthouse
Akrotiri, Santorini
About Akrotiri Lighthouse
The lighthouse at Faros, built in 1892, stands on the cliff at the south-western corner of the island. There is no crowd control or ticket, just an open headland looking north up the caldera and west out to sea, making it a quieter sunset alternative to Oia.
Akrotiri Lighthouse on the map
Where to eat near Akrotiri Lighthouse
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More to see around Akrotiri
Information source: Greek National Tourism Organisation
Good to know
- Is Akrotiri Lighthouse worth visiting?
- Akrotiri Lighthouse is one of the viewpoint highlights we list in Santorini. This page covers what to know before you go and which restaurants are nearby.
- Where can I eat near Akrotiri Lighthouse?
- Nearby restaurants are listed on this page. Those already on Woltaro can be booked online; the others are shown for reference with their address and map location.
- When is the best time to visit Akrotiri Lighthouse?
- Shoulder season, late spring and early autumn, is generally quieter and cooler than midsummer, when popular spots in Santorini are busiest around midday.
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