Thera travel guide
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You're Going to Love Thera
With a population of 2.376, Thera is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Thera has to offer.
Where to Eat in Thera
If you’re looking for affordable options, Lauda Restaurant Oia (Nikolaou Nomikou Oia) and Ombra at Esperas Santorini Hotel (Oia) are great picks.
When to visit Thera
How to Get to Thera
Plane
When flying to Thera, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Thera from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 35h 25m.
Car
Another option to get to Thera is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 230 km from Thera. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and Centauro, among others, in Athens.
Airports near Thera
Airlines serving Thera
Where to stay in Thera
From 5-star hotels such as the La Maltese Caldera Concept to great affordable options like the Loizos Stylish Residences, Thera offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $264 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $768 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nemesis and Bedspot Hostel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Thera
Most booked hotels in Thera
Hiring a car in Thera
Hiring a car in Thera costs $51 per day, on average, or $154 if you want to hire it for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.
Expect to pay $3.16 per litre in Thera (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.81 and $50.42. The most frequently booked car type in Thera is Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.