Summary

Situated in the centre of the Saronic Islands, Aegina is a beautiful Greek island boasting stunning beaches and picturesque resorts. There is a host of things to do and places to see here, however the quietness and calm of the island is one of its biggest assets. Being the closest Saronic Island to Athens, many holidaymakers opt to take their holidays to Aegina in order to visit Athens yet not stay amongst the hustle and bustle of it all. Aegina holidays provide a colourful and exciting main port, an array of interesting sites and an abundance of waterfront cafes and bars. Blessed with a lovely climate, Aegina is also home to some attractive beaches where you can relax and enjoy the sunshine. A favourite beach for both locals and tourists is the Agia Marina, a long and sandy beach that provides total peace and quiet.

Things to do

There are no shortage of beaches in Aegina therefore sunbathing is top of many holidaymakers' agendas. Most beaches here in Aegina are within walking distance from many of the hotels, which is perfect for anyone with walking difficulties. There are three popular beaches in Aegina, one known locally as Brown beach as it is opposite the Hotel Brown, the other known as Avra beach and the third known as Kolona beach. All these beaches have plenty of sun beds and umbrellas so you will never be short of somewhere to lie out in the sun. If you want to find a quiet spot, the best places are near Karapanou House. Here there are a number of places where you can swim undisturbed in beautiful clear waters or try a few water sports.

Flights and accommodation

The nearest airport to Aegina is Athens International Airport so holidaymakers will need to transfer to the island via ferry. There are regular buses to the port of Piraeus and from there you can get a ferry over to Aegina. Although there are no flights to Aegina, Athens flights take only 4 hours and you can fly from most airports in the UK. There are numerous hotels in Aegina many of which overlook the waterfront creating lovely views. If you're on a tight budget then keep an eye out for the 2-3 star self-catering accommodation in Aegina, which offer some excellent rates. For a selection of apartments and hotels in Aegina, search Book Cheap Holidays today and find cheap holidays to Aegina now.