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Santorini Cable Car Admission Tickets

Santorini cable car ascending with view of white buildings and blue sea.
Santorini cable car ascending with view of white buildings and Aegean Sea.
Santorini cable car ascending with view of white buildings and blue sea in the background.
Santorini cable car ascending with view of Aegean Sea and whitewashed buildings.

Admire spectacular views of Fira and the Santorini Islands on this brilliant cable car ride!

Highlights

  • Witness the beautiful Santorini coastline and the port of Fira as you ascend to Thera.

  • Enjoy memorable sights of the charming white-washed homes perched atop the cliff.

  • Support the age-old tradition of the Santorini mule drivers by purchasing a ticket.

  • Since a cable car arrives every half minute, there is barely any waiting time.

  • Please note: printed tickets are compulsorily required for you to take part in this experience. Just a mobile ticket won't suffice.

Inclusions

  • Cable Car Ticket

  • Valid only for one-way

Exclusions

  • Cost of luggage carriage(3.00€ per luggage, payable on spot)

  • Skip the line access.

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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The Santorini Cable Car serves as a vital link between the town of Thera and Fira port. Established back in 1979, the cable car is jointly owned by several different communities of Santorini. At its peak, the cable car was serving over 1200 people every hour! This number has been reduced, however, due to Covid restrictions. The ride offers some of the most brilliant views of the surrounding calderas and coastal settlements. Bask in unmatched sights of the white-washed houses nestled atop the 1300-foot cliff. The view of the deep blue Aegean Sea is truly a sight to behold as you ascend to the town of Thera on top of the caldera at the island’s western tip.

Besides the incredibly enjoyable ride, you will also be supporting the traditional mule drivers of Santorini by taking the cable car. A percentage of the ticket earnings are redirected to the mule drivers to help them preserve their tradition.

COVID-19 Safety Information

  • All guests are recommended to bring along face masks for safety.

  • It is recommended to maintain social distancing with other guests (2 meters apart).

Important Information

  • Please note: printed tickets are compulsorily required for you to take part in this experience. Just a mobile ticket won't suffice.

  • This ride is not wheelchair and stroller accessible.

  • This ride is not suitable for pets.

  • Timetables might be changed without notice under certain unavoidable circumstances.

  • The ticket is valid only for a one-way trip.

  • Photography is allowed on this ride.

  • You are advised to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

Timings

1 Nov - 30 Nov and 1 March - 31 March:

Every 30 seconds from 7:30am to 10:30am and from 2:30pm to 6pm.

1 Dec - 28 Feb:

Every 30 seconds from 7am to 9am and from 3pm to 4pm.

1 Apr- 30 Apr:

At 6:30am, 6:40am, 6:50am, and then every 20 seconds from 7am to 9pm.

1 May - 31 May and 1 September - 31 Oct:

At 6:30am, 6:40am, 6:50am, and then every 20 seconds from 7am to 10pm (last entry at 9:40pm)

Duration: 3 minutes

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please print your voucher and present it at the attraction, along with a valid photo ID.

  • Please arrive at the redemption point 10-15 minutes before your scheduled time to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • You can redeem your tickets directly at the entrance of the attraction: Cable car of Santorini.

  • Address: Thera 847 00, Greece.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

  • The closest bus stops are Fira and Firostefani, both within a 10 to 11-minute walk of the attraction.

Validity

This ticket is valid for the date selected during the checkout.

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