Discover Fira (Thira), Santorini's vibrant capital, dramatically perched on the caldera edge, offering stunning views, bustling shops and restaurants, lively nightlife, museums, and cable car access to the old port. Fira (Thira) is the bustling capital of Santorini, clinging to the edge of the caldera cliffs. It's a hub of activity with a wide array of shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars offering spectacular views. Fira has a more energetic nightlife than Oia and is home to important museums like the Museum of Prehistoric Thera. The cable car (or traditional donkey ride) connects Fira to the old port of Skala. It's a vibrant base for Irish travellers to explore Santorini.