Fira after dark in October is a different island entirely. The tour groups are gone by 9 pm. The caldera is yours. And t...

Fira after dark in October is a different island entirely. The tour groups are gone by 9 pm. The caldera is yours. And there is a lot more happening than most autumn visitors realise. Rooftop bars with volcanic-rim views, candlelit mezze tavernas on the pedestrian strip, the lit clifftop staircase, live acoustic sets in small indoor venues, and late-night dessert spots that suit every age and preference. There is also a practical slide on getting back to your hotel after dark, because the island's transport options in October are not what they are in July. Save this before your trip. Follow @santorini.explore for honest, specific Santorini guides built for every season.