Profitis Ilias

Nice goal for a hike from Pyrgos even if the weather is not ideal. You can start from the bus stop and leisurely walk your way up to the monastery. Only the small church is accessible and not the Monastery itself.

360 degree view over the whole of Santorini.

It is an exceptional place to go if you know the SECRET trail which goes behind the monastery. It starts from the left of the road, in front of the monastery, with a small arrow indicating Ancient Thera. Follow this little trail for 100-200 meters to enjoy dominating 360 degrees views on all Santorini. We enjoyed guessing where were the different villages we saw as well as watching the planes taking off and landing on the airport. As a bonus, the temperature is 3-4 degrees lower and there is at most a few people, unlike the crowded touristic areas. Be careful winds can be quite strong up there, keep a hand on your hat!

Profitis Ilias is highest point of Santorini and 360 view is magnificent with holy vibe. You can visit church, enjoy sunrise and sunset beside view. Air is super fresh and sometimes It is foggy. If you want to experience inside foggy feeling then this is the point. Just go and enjoy, fully recommended.

Aerial view of Santorini, looking over Fira and Oia in the distance

Awesome place for sunrise or sunset. We were here for sunset and was spectacular. Everyone is so focused on watching the sunset from Oia, but this is way less crowded (barely anyone) and the highest point on island so I prefer it. You can hike down to the beach from just past the monestary or explore a few peaks to get some unique views of the island. The monestary has some wines and olive oils they produce to try and for sale, which is pretty cool. Definitely well worth it.

Beautiful views of the island, plenty of parking, nice little church and souvenir shop

The highest point in Santorini. A must visit to have a birds eye view of the entire island. Road is well built and after a 10-minute drive you get to enjoy the view from above.