Tip of the day – Day trip from Athens to Aegena island
Tip of the day – Day trip from Athens to Aegena island https://staging.thecloudkeys.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/temple-of-apollo-gfe62fb357_1920-1024x525.jpg 1024 525 Cloudkeys https://staging.thecloudkeys.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/temple-of-apollo-gfe62fb357_1920-1024x525.jpgIf you are wondering what to do a very hot day in Athens or just want to take the ferry to islands but you have to be back the same day, we have (another one, to be honest) ideal solution for you: A day trip to Aegena island, only 40 minutes from Piraeus port.
Walk among the pedestrian roads and beautiful neoclassical and mansion houses and the picturesque harbour. If you have more time, visit smaller villages, discover the impressive ancient olive grove, the archaeological site of Vagia -ideal for the sunset time, the monastery of Agios Nektarios, the patron saint of the island. If you like hiking, it is very easy to climb to the top, Profitis Ilias, and see the island from above, as well as the smaller island of Moni, which in summer becomes one of the most touristic beaches of Attica. Of course, don’t forget to try and take with you the famous local product of the island: peanuts!
Bonus history fact: Do you know that Athens wasn’t always the capital of Greece? On 1838, January 11th, Ioannis Kapodistrias transfer the capital of independent Greece to the small, but beautiful, island of Aegina.
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Aegena from 10€
Aegena Fistiki Festival, June to October 2025
Aegina Fistiki Fest is one of Greece’s most unique and flavorful festivals, celebrating the island’s famous pistachios with a vibrant mix of food, culture, and seaside charm. The official commercial exposition held every September (18 to 21 September 2025), but, it’s possible to find many events during the summer. Along Aegina’s picturesque waterfront, the festival features local delicacies, artisanal products, live music, and traditional performances. Just a short ferry ride from Athens, Aegina makes for the perfect day trip—offering beautiful beaches, charming streets, and a taste of authentic island life, all wrapped around the festive spirit of Fistiki Fest.
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