Greece Travel Photography by Greek photographer, Sakis

Greece travel photography of Santorini, the Acropolis, Olympia and Crete island.

Greece is an absolute paradise for all the photography lovers out there ! From ancient ruins to breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture, Greece offers a myriad of incredible subjects to photograph. Today, I am showing you a small selection of some of the latest photos I shot through this splendid Mediterranean gem.

Travel in Greece in pictures

Photography of Santorini, Greece’s most photogenic island
Photography of the Acropolis at Sunset. Where ancient Greece meets modern times
Photography of Olympia. The most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece.
Photography of Crete Island, land of beautiful beaches

The Acropolis, Athens, Greece, travel photography

greece drone aerial photography and video

Photography of Santorini, Greece’s most photogenic island

Santorini, Greece’s most photogenic island, with its iconic whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches perched on the caldera cliffs, is a dream come true for every photographer. The contrasting colors and breathtaking views make it impossible to put your camera down.

Santorini, Oia, Cyclades Islands, Greece, — Oia

For additional aerial work, you can view my feature “Exploring Greece from Above”.

A curated selection of awe-inspiring aerial images across Greece.

santorini Oia photography — Oia, Santorini

Aside from the stunning landscapes, Greece also boasts a rich history and cultural heritage that mustn’t be missed. The Acropolis in Athens and Oympia site in Peloponnese, southern Greece. These archaeological sites allow you to capture the essence of Greece’s ancient civilization and transport you back in time.

Photography of the Acropolis at Sunset. Where ancient Greece meets modern times

Athens. Greece’s most iconic historic city where the majestic Acropolis still beautifully stands. And at Sunset, it looks even more stunning. The Acropolis is one of the most photographed places in the world, no wonder why.

The Acropolis at sunset Athens Greece travel photography

Photography of Olympia. The most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece.

The archaeological site of Olympia is located in the Peloponnese, southern Greece. In this valley, there’s a special and famous place from ancient times where people built a temple to honor Zeus, their main god. later it became a very important spot for sports in Greece : Olympia is the craddle of the Olympic Games.

Photography of Crete Island, land of beautiful beaches

My photography journey wouldn’t be complete without exploring Crete island, a must-visit. From the blue lagoon of Balos, Georgioupoli Village and its church in the middle of the water, or its extraordinary rocky coast.