Location: Aegina
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Aegina (/iːˈdʒaɪnə/; Greek: Αίγινα, Aígina [ˈeʝina], Ancient Greek: Αἴγῑνα) is one of the Saronic Islands of Greece in the Saronic Gulf, 27 kilometres (17 miles) from Athens. Tradition derives the name from Aegina the mother of the hero Aeacus, who was born on the island and became its king. During ancient times Aegina was a rival of Athens, the great sea power of the era.
Restaurants in Aegina
1. NISI Sailing
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
Do you dream of getting away to the Greek Islands? Anyone can take a ferry or a flight. Why not have an adventure to remember instead? Come aboard Sailing Yacht, NISI. Take the helm, learn (or practice) the ropes, feel the enormous power of the wind in your sails.
2. Go Kayak Greece
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Go kayak Greece offers sea kayak tours and coaching on the islands of Agistri, Aegina and beyond. From Day trips to sunset tours, multi day holidays to wilderness kayak expeditions, we cater to almost all ages and experience level. We offer tours in single and tandem kayaks, and can offer both sit inside and sit on top kayaks. As a British Canoeing training centre we are able to provide world class coaching, from paddle power discover days to the full multi day "Sea kayak Award".
3. Temple of Aphaia
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4.5 based on 974 reviews
Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland
For anybody with some cultural interest a visit to the Aphaia temple is a must, when on Aegina. Located in a quiet area, on a 160m high hill, surrounded by pine forests, the site can be reached by public transport, since most buses between Aegina town and the tourist resort of Agia Marina stop by here. We had arrived from Aegina town a bit too early, since the sanctuary only opens at 10am (and closes at 5.30pm). Entrance fee is 6€, but our student grandchildren were free, while my wife and me as seniors just paid half price. When there early July we had the place to ourselves, a great relief in comparison to a visit at Athens acropolis. The temple, somewhat forgotten over the centuries, is one of the best preserved monuments of antiquity in Greece. It is a peripteros (a temple surrounded by columns) in the Doric style, a few years older than the Parthenon on Athens acropolis. While the latter is considered a masterpiece of the classical period, the temple of Aphaia still belongs to the Late Archaic period. This can best be judged from the sculptures of the two pediments, which are exhibited now at the Glyptothek in Munich, the famous 'Aeginetes', once bought by Ludwig I of Bavaria. Strange is also the name of 'Aphaia', a local goddess, not encountered anywhere else in Greece. From the sanctuary we walked via the monastery of Agios Minas down to the beach at Agia Marina. It is not a walk that can be recommended anymore, nor is the direct path, since the area has been built up with many roads and houses.
4. Aegina Cruise
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4.5 based on 78 reviews
Private cruises & excursions, Boat trips, boat hire, water sports, snorkeling trips, beach BBQ , wedding party's.
5. Moni Island Beach
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4.5 based on 282 reviews
Reviewed By 441anetaf - Peterborough, United Kingdom
And peacocks, and deer and clear water and so much to exploring around island and sooo amazing pine smell !! Moni is must-see island. We went there end of September, there was one boat sailing on request and very little people on the beach. Can't imagine how crowded could be if not Covid and out of season!
6. Aegean Sailing School
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
The Aegean Sailing School is located on the island of Aegina, just one hour by ferry from Athens! We are a RYA approved sailing centre offering a large range of sailing course for all levels of sailor including the popular RYA Competent Crew course for beginners and the RYA Day Skipper course for those looking to captain their own boat and explore the islands of the Saronic Gulf after their training! We are happy to answer all questions in regards the best sailing course for you or your group, simply contact us to start!
7. Marathonas Beach
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4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By JohnH875 - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
A very nice beach with a number of tavernas where you will be offered free sunbeds if you buy food or drink from any of them Very good service at Tassos
8. Aegina Waterfront
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4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By 337Steve - Derby, United Kingdom
Fabulous ...lots of lovely restaurants especially those on the sea front great place to visit only an hour from Athens nice clean shops just behind the front restaurants Definitely visi this great place lovely people and great weather strongly recommended
9. Klima Beach
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3.0 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By DarioG1036
Clear water, sunbeds, trendy beach bar, easy parking... This has been definitely my favourite beach on Aegina Island! If you arrive early in the morning you are alone and it's wonderful!
