Walking the Hills: Aegina's Best Hiking Routes for Every Fitness Level
Aegina's interior is crossed by old mule paths and stone tracks that connect villages, olive groves, and hilltop viewpoints. The island is small enough to walk seriously without needing more than half a day, and the views from the heights are well worth the effort.
The Cats of Aegina: Why They're Everywhere and What You Should Know
Aegina has a very large population of street cats living along the waterfront, in the market, and around the tables of establishments that prefer not to chehse mthem. They are a part of the island and most are in reasonably good health.
Shopping in Aegina Town: Markets, Local Shops, and What to Buy
The streets behind Aegina's harbour hold a mix of specialist food shops, family-run stores, and a weekly market that draws islanders and visitors alike. Knowing what to look for and where to find it saves both time and money.
Water Sports on Aegina: What's Available and Where to Find It
Between its sandy beaches, sheltered bays, and reliable summer winds, Aegina offers good conditions for windsurfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkelling. Here is a practical rundown of what is on offer and where to go.
Beyond the Main Beaches: Finding Aegina's Quiet Swimming Coves
Aegina's most popular beaches fill up fast in July and August, but the island's coastline hides dozens of smaller coves accessible by boat, on foot, or along unpaved tracks. Knowing where to look makes all the difference.
THEMIS: The New Emergency Information Tool Every Aegina Visitor Should Know About
Aegina is one of two pilot destinations for THEMIS, an EU-funded civil protection project that puts local emergency guidance, evacuation information, and offline-ready safety resources in the hands of the island's two hundred thousand annual visitors. Here is what it does and why it is worth two minutes of your holiday.
Taking the Ferry to Aegina: Tickets, Times, and Tips
Everything you need to know about getting from Piraeus to Aegina by ferry, including the difference between fast and conventional boats.
A Walking Tour of Aegina Town in Two Hours
Aegina's port town is compact, historically layered, and easy to navigate on foot — here is a simple route that covers the highlights.
Moni Island: Aegina's Wild Swimming Spot
A ten-minute boat ride from Perdika, the uninhabited islet of Moni offers some of the clearest water in the Saronic Gulf and a population of roaming deer.
Getting Around Aegina: Scooters, Buses, and Bikes
Aegina is small enough to explore in a day, but choosing the right way to get around makes all the difference.
Perdika: Aegina's Prettiest Fishing Village
A short drive south of the main port, Perdika is a small fishing village with excellent seafood, clear water, and a view across to the uninhabited islet of Moni.
Aegina as a Day Trip from Athens: Everything You Need to Know
At under an hour by fast ferry, Aegina is the easiest island escape from Athens — here is how to make the most of a single day.
The Best Beaches on Aegina: A Practical Guide
From the crowded town beach to hidden coves on the south coast, Aegina has a stretch of shore for every kind of swimmer.
Aegina's Famous Pistachios: What to Buy and Where
Aegina pistachios are among the finest in the world. Here is what makes them special and the best places to pick some up.
Follow the Sun: One Perfect Day in Aegina: The Complete Day-Trip Itinerary
A day-trip itinerary that moves with the light — the temple in the cool of the morning, a swim on the east coast, golden hour in the west, and pistachios for the boat ride home - planned hour by hour by people who live here.
Athens to Aegina by Ferry: The Complete 2026 Guide
How to get to Aegina by ferry — conventional vs. high-speed, Gate E8 and E9 at Piraeus, prices, and tips from people who live here.