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The Greek Island of Aegina


Aegina sits in the Saronic Gulf. The island of Aegina is one of the most famous summer destinations, for Greeks and foreigners. The island features magnificent beaches, beautiful coastal landscapes, and is considered a landing place for relaxation and wellness retreat.


Aegina is situated in the Saronic Gulf. The island of Aegina is one of the most famous summer destinations, visited by Greeks and foreigners. The island features magnificent beaches, beautiful coastal landscapes, and is considered a landing place for relaxation and wellness retreat. 

How to Travel to Aegina

There are daily departures of ferries to Aegina, from Piraeus port - you may board your car too. The journey takes one hour and 15 minutes by ferry, and 35 minutes by the flying dolphin. 
During the summer months, everyday routes are performed to Methana, and the islands of Poros, Hydra, Spetses, Porto Heli, Hermione, and Agistri. 

Aegina owes its name to the nymph Aegina

Aegina was named after God Aesop's daughter, Aegina. Zeus, the king of all other gods and men, fell in love with the prettiest of the 20 daughters of Aesop, Aegina. Zeus kidnapped and transported Aegina to the island of Oenone, where they had a son, Eacus and the island took the name of Aegina.

Discover Top Aegina Attractions

Attractive and culturally influenced the island of Aegina will impress you at first glance with its picturesque, beautiful beaches and welcoming atmosphere.

Feel free to join the walking tours, taking place in the island's coastal main road, and walk by the cobbled picturesque streets. A thing not to miss is to visit the traditional shops and taste the famous and delicious peanuts of Aegina. Also, be sure to admire the mansions' impressive architecture and taste fresh fish in the traditional “taverns” and modern restaurants.Get the most out of the gorgeous Aegina. Explore and have fun in the trendy hangouts on the island.

One of the best things to do on the island is to join the tour of the island by carriage and pair.
One of the most famous attractions of the island is to visit the famous monastery of Agios Nektarios. 

Aegina features a range of worth attractions to visit: 

  • Temple of Aphaia
  • archaeological site of Kolona
  • Archaeological Museum
  • Tower of Markellos
  • Cathedral of  Agios Dionysios.
  • Eunardios School of Teaching 
  • Municipal library
  • Orphanage
  • Government House
  • Historic Museum
  • Byzantine Church of Saint Theodori
  • Chris Kapralo's Museum
  • Mount Ellanio

Aegina Districts and Villages

The  famous districts to visit include: 

  • Santa Marina
  • Perdika
  • Mesagros 
  • Souvala. 
Gorgeous Perdika, which sits about 9 km from the port of Aegina, is considered a famous coastal tourist area, where you will enjoy a perfect and cool summer evening, drink fruit smoothies, shakes, drinks, delicious cocktails, and taste the island's Mediterranean cuisine. 

Aegina Beach Destinations

On the island of Aegina, you will enjoy swimming on beautiful beaches, like Souvala, Vagia, Agia Marina, Marathon, Aeginitissa, Perdika. The highlight of the island is the beach destination of Moni, which is surrounded by high pine forests, with amazing crystal clear emerald waters.










































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