Perissa
For couples and families who enjoy black-sand beach days, seaside food and water activities
Perissa puts black sand at the beginning of the day. On Santorini’s southeast coast, its shoreline continues towards Perivolos and Agios Georgios. Food, drink and water-sports options provide the ingredients for a holiday organised around the beach.
Compare it if you want swimming and meals to set the rhythm, with island outings added when they suit. Couples and families can start with the stretch of shore they expect to use, then examine accommodation around it. We would choose the beach position before narrowing down room styles.
KTEL connects Perissa with Fira. Plan the return as well as the outward trip when spending an evening on the caldera. Families should assess water entry separately from how close the accommodation is to the shore.
Our tip
Choose a Perissa address around your preferred beach stretch and places to eat. For Fira evenings, check the bus route and the return to your accommodation.
Stays nearby
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More places in Santorini
Perivolos
Perivolos is a southeastern black-sand beach continuing from Perissa towards Agios Georgios, for travellers who enjoy seaside restaurants and bars.
Kamari
Kamari is an eastern Santorini beach resort with black sand, cafes and shops, suited to travellers who want swimming and seaside meals to shape the day.
Emporio
Emporio is a southern inland village with a Kasteli, Goulas tower and vaulted lanes, for travellers combining village architecture with southern beach outings.
Pyrgos
Pyrgos is an inland Santorini village with castle remains, churches and a main square, for travellers who prefer village outings to a beachfront base.
Questions about Perissa
Yes, Perissa and Perivolos form part of a black-sand coastal sequence that also includes Agios Georgios. Choose by the particular stretch you want to use.
Yes, official tourism sources describe water-sports options in Perissa. Check the provider and conditions for any particular activity and date.
Yes, KTEL operates a Perissa-Fira connection. Check times and the return service for your travel date.
Check the property-to-beach route and the water entry at the stretch you expect to use. Include dining and your transport plan in the comparison.