4.8out of 5 on Google
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Skaros Rock
Skaros is the dark headland that juts into the caldera below Imerovigli. In the Middle Ages it carried the island’s main fortified settlement, with a castle and houses crowded onto the rock; earthquakes and time left almost nothing, and today it is a bare promontory with a small chapel on its far side.
The walk down from Imerovigli takes you along a stepped path, then round the rock on a narrow trail with the drop to the sea on one side. It is not technical, but it is steep, exposed and hot, with no shade and no water on the way. Go in the early morning or towards evening, wear proper shoes and skip it on very windy days. Sunset from the ridge above is excellent and less crowded than Oia.
Where to stay nearby
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Tours, boat trips & tickets
Boat trips, guided tours of the ancient sites and tickets bookable ahead — free cancellation on most.
- Volcano & hot springsWalk the crater on Nea Kameni, then swim to the warm, rust-coloured springs off Palea Kameni. Wear shoes you do not mind ruining.See guided tours →
- Akrotiri, the Bronze Age townA prehistoric town preserved under volcanic ash, under a roof — one of the few sights on the island that works in the midday heat.Check tickets →
- Oia at sunset, organisedThe most crowded half-hour on the island. A tour handles the ride back, which is the hard part.See guided tours →
- Caldera sunset catamaranUnder the caldera cliffs to the volcanic islets and swim stops, with the sunset seen from the water rather than from a packed wall in Oia.See boat trips →
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Frequently asked
Where is Skaros Rock?
The address is Imerovigli 847 00, in Imerovigli, Santorini, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What are the opening hours at Skaros Rock?
The hours published on Google are: Monday: 00:00–23:59; Tuesday: 00:00–23:59; Wednesday: 00:00–23:59; Thursday: 00:00–23:59; Friday: 00:00–23:59; Saturday: 00:00–23:59; Sunday: 00:00–23:59. Many places in Greece keep seasonal hours, so check before a special trip.
Is Skaros Rock worth it?
It holds 4.8 out of 5 from 3,014 Google reviews. Treat the rating as a starting point, not a verdict, and read a few recent reviews too.
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