Red Beach, Santorini
Akrotiri, Greece
A beach of red and black volcanic sand beneath iron-stained cliffs near Akrotiri. The area is prone to landslides and parts of the beach have been inaccessible since 2013, so check the current access situation locally and keep away from the cliff base.
- Nearest town
- Akrotiri, Greece
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 36.3473, 25.3946
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Santorini CampingCampsite9 km from Red Beach, Santorini
All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Red Beach, Santorini?
Red Beach, Santorini is in Akrotiri, Greece, at GPS 36.3473, 25.3946. It is about 115 km from Heraklion.
Can you camp near Red Beach, Santorini?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Santorini Camping, about 9 km away; within 25 km there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Red Beach, Santorini?
Red Beach, Santorini is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Santorini in three days: Akrotiri, Ancient Thera and the caldera to Oia.
What is there to see near Red Beach, Santorini?
Places worth a stop nearby: Akrotiri Archaeological Site (1 km), Ancient Thera and Kamari (7 km), Fira to Oia Caldera Trail (9 km) and Oia, Santorini (13 km).
When is the best time to visit Red Beach, Santorini?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)