| Fira
has nightlife aplenty and in some variety. We suggest starting the evening
with a drink on the caldera, taking in the spectacular sunset. Franco's
(tel. 0286/22-881) is still the most famous and best place for this magic
hour, but be prepared to pay about Dr3,000 ($9) per drink. For more reasonable
prices, a bit more seclusion, and the same fantastic view, continue through
the Canava Cafe and below the Loucas Hotel to the Renaissance Bar (tel.
0286/22-880). Underneath the square, the Kirathira Bar plays jazz at a
level that permits conversation. Cross the main street and wander around
the shopping area to find a number of smaller bars that come alive after
9pm. The Town Club appeals to clean-cut rockers, while the Two Brothers
pulls in the biggest, chummiest, and most casual crowd on the island. A
bit further north, the outdoor Tropical Bar attracts a louder, rowdier
gang. For bouzouki, find Bar 33. Discos come and go, and you only need
to follow your ears to find them. The Koo Club is the biggest, while the
Enigma is still popular with those interested in good music. Tithora is
popular with a young, heavy-drinking crowd.
In
Ia, Zorba's is a good cliffside pub. 1800 is a more sophisticated bar,
without the view.
Kamari
has its share of bars. The Yellow Donkey Disco (tel. 0286/31-462) is popular
with younger partyers, and the more sophisticated usually seek the chic
Valentino's, near the bus stop.
Those
visiting in August and September may be able to catch a performance of
classical music at the 2-week Santorini International Music Festival (tel.
0286/23-166), when international singers and musicians perform at the Nomikos
Centre in Fira. |
