A small island floating in the Aegean Sea, Greece’s Santorini is one of the world’s breathtaking sceneries that you’ll want to visit at least once. The blue sea and sky, along with the rows of white-walled houses, are stunningly beautiful, and it has now become a popular destination for Japanese tourists as well. Souvenirs from Santorini often feature designs inspired by this beautiful scenery, with bags, T-shirts, and postcards filling the shops. Also, wine produced in Santorini is another popular gift! Here, I’d like to introduce some recommended souvenirs from Santorini Island.
1. Bags printed with Santorini’s scenery
Bags printed with Santorini’s beautiful scenery are recommended both for yourself and as gifts. To make sure you never forget the wonderful views from your trip, how about one of these lovely bags? They come in various sizes made of fabric. Even if you over-shop for souvenirs while in Santorini, a bag like this will come in handy. Prices vary depending on the shop, but wouldn’t it make a wonderful memory of Santorini?
2. Handmade accessories
How about handmade accessories as a memory of Santorini? You’ll find these lovely accessories for sale all over the island, making them great souvenirs for yourself or as gifts for girls. With their beautiful colors that evoke Santorini’s blue sea and sky, they’re the kind of accessory you’ll always want more of. Definitely consider picking them up as souvenirs!
3. Sandals and hats
Santorini has adorable shops like this one too. Because it’s a cliffside town, you’ll find open-air shops that feel liberating! Here you can buy summer vacation essentials like resort wear, sandals, and straw hats. Wearing such stylish hats or sandals while strolling through Santorini will surely lift your spirits! Naturally, they also make great souvenirs. Be sure to find some cute souvenirs on Santorini!
4. Santorini wine
For wine lovers, how about Santorini wine as a souvenir? In fact, Santorini is one of Greece’s premier wine regions. The pictured “Gavalas Santorini” is a white wine made 100% from Santorini’s native Assyrtiko grapes. The bright blue bottle instantly reminds you of Santorini! With a fruity aroma and sharp acidity, it pairs perfectly with seafood or grilled white fish.
Aside from “Gavalas Santorini,” there are also wines like the sweet, naturally rich red “Vinsanto Gavalas,” among many others produced on the island. Be sure to take some home as souvenirs.
5. Santorini miscellaneous goods
In Santorini’s main town, Fira, rows of souvenir shops await. You’ll find colorful pareos, Santorini-themed T-shirts, postcards, magnets, figurines shaped like the island, and countless other souvenirs. Take your time strolling the streets and discover items that catch your eye.
And when you think of Santorini, donkeys come to mind. Because the island has so many slopes, donkey rides are recommended for sightseeing. Souvenirs shaped like donkeys—such as plush toys and magnets—are also popular. Be sure to pick up some adorable donkey goods!
◎ Summary
Beyond the items introduced here, other popular souvenirs from Santorini include Greece’s specialties such as olive oil, olives, and creams or soaps made with olive oil. Some even come with packaging that says “Santorini.” You’ll also find paintings of the island, cross-shaped accessories, and many more items lining the shops. When you come to Santorini, make sure to find a wonderful souvenir to take home!