Holiday in Aegina
Island in Greece — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇬🇷
Country
Greece
Type
Island
Best time to travel
May to October
Budget/day
70-120 EUR
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Athens (about 3 hours), then 40 minutes by fast ferry from Piraeus to Aegina
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What makes Aegina special as a destination?
Aegina is the closest Saronic island to Athens and a popular weekend and day trip destination for Greeks and travelers alike. The small island surprises with an outstanding ancient temple, the Temple of Aphaia, which is one of the best-preserved Doric temples in Greece and sits atop a hill with panoramic views over the Saronic Gulf. German tourists appreciate Aegina as an authentic alternative to the overcrowded Cyclades islands: Here, you mingle with locals, buy fresh catch at the fish market in the harbor, and try the famous Aegina pistachios, considered the best in the world. The sleepy mountain village of Paleochora with its over 30 dilapidated Byzantine churches and the pretty bays of the southern coast make the island the perfect insider tip for a short trip from Athens.
What are the top highlights in Aegina?
The top highlights in Aegina include Temple of Aphaia, Pistachio Groves, Paleochora, Harbor of Aegina.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Temple of Aphaia
Well-preserved Doric temple from the 5th century BC on a hill with spectacular sea views
Pistachio Groves
Aegina produces the best pistachios in Greece - tasting and purchasing directly from the producer
Paleochora
Abandoned medieval capital with over 30 Byzantine chapels and churches amidst wild nature
Harbor of Aegina
Lively fishing harbor with taverns, fish market, and neoclassical architecture of the harbor town
Hotels in Aegina
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Aegina?
The best time to visit Aegina is May to October. 28-34°C, hot and dry, typical Aegean climate with Meltemi wind for cooling In winter: 8-14°C, mild and green, few tourists, some restaurants closed
Recommended travel time
May to October
Summer
28-34°C, hot and dry, typical Aegean climate with Meltemi wind for cooling
Winter
8-14°C, mild and green, few tourists, some restaurants closed
How much does a holiday in Aegina cost?
Budget travellers: 40-65 EUR/day, mid-range: 70-120 EUR/day, luxury: 150-280 EUR/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
40-65 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
70-120 EUR
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
150-280 EUR
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Aegina?
Flight to Athens (about 3 hours), then 40 minutes by fast ferry from Piraeus to Aegina
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
The fast ferry from Piraeus takes only 40 minutes - perfect as a day trip from Athens
Be sure to buy fresh and salted pistachios at the harbor - significantly cheaper than in Athens
Visit the Temple of Aphaia in the late afternoon when the light turns golden and fewer visitors come
A scooter is the best means of transportation on the small island - from about 15 EUR per day
What should you eat in Aegina?
Typical specialities in Aegina: Aegina pistachios - roasted, salted, or as ice cream, pesto, and nougat, the culinary landmark of the island, Psarosoupa - traditional fish soup with potatoes and lemon, made from the daily catch, Fava - creamy puree of yellow split peas with olive oil, onions, and capers, a Greek classic, Pistachio baklava - the local variant of the famous dessert with the island's pistachios instead of walnuts.
These specialties you must try!
