Santorini
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Oia sunset | The world's most famous sunset over the caldera and the white houses. | North of the island |
| A caldera boat trip | A cruise around the volcano and its warm springs. | From the old port |
| The Red Beach | A beach beneath rare red cliffs. | South of the island |
Athens
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Acropolis and the Parthenon | Athens' ancient citadel on a hill, on the World Heritage list. | Book early and go in the morning before the heat |
| The Acropolis Museum | A modern museum of the Acropolis treasures, with views of the hill. | Below the hill |
| Plaka | Old lanes of restaurants and shops beneath the Acropolis. | Central Athens |
| Cape Sounion | The ruins of an ancient temple on a cliff above the sea, with a magical sunset. | About 1.5 hours from Athens |
Other islands
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Crete and Elafonissi beach | The largest Greek island, and a beach of pink sand. | Southern Greece |
| Corfu | A green island of beaches and clear bays. | Western Greece |
| The old town of Rhodes | A fortified medieval city on the World Heritage list. | Rhodes |
Tips before you go
- You need a Schengen visa for Greece.
- The best time is May to October; August is the busiest.
- Ferries link Athens with the islands, so book them early in summer.
Hotels in Greece
Flights to Athens
Visa
Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Greece?
Santorini and the Oia sunset, the Acropolis and its museum in Athens, Cape Sounion, and the islands of Crete, Corfu and Rhodes.
When is the best time to visit Santorini?
May to October, quieter in May and September.
Do Saudis need a visa for Greece?
Yes, a Schengen visa.
Planning your trip to Greece? Read Travel to Greece from Saudi Arabia.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.