Hi! You can explore Fira on your own because the cable car will take you from the port into the heart of Fira's old town. To get to Oia, you need to either take a taxi or a local bus (the bus option may take a while because the island gets congested in the high season). I suggest exploring on your own, but if your ship's time in port is very limited (or you want to explore beyond Fira and Oia), then you can book a guided tour or rent a car. Hope this helps! :)
@@jeremykeller211 Hi, at some point I think local authorities will limit the number of tourists in Santorini (like they do in Venice), especially in the high season. It's too many people on such a small island, it gets crazy in the summer. I would say it's best to visit Santorini in May or October, with less crowd and opportunity to truly enjoy the island. :)
