How long is the ferry ride from Athens to Aegina?
40 min to 1 hr 15 min
The Athens to Aegina ferry time is usually 40 min to 1 hr 15 min. The duration of the trip to Aegina depends mainly on the type of vessel and the ferry company.
How do I get to Aegina from UK?
There is no direct connection from London to Aegina. However, you can take the train to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, take the walk to London Heathrow airport, fly to Athens, take the walk to Athens International Airport, take the train to Piraeus, take the walk to Piraeus, then take the ferry to Aegina.
How do you get from Aegina to Hydra?
There is no direct connection from Aegina to Hydra (Station). However, you can take the ferry to Iii Iiii, take the taxi to Metochi, then take the ferry to Hydra. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Aegina to Hydra (Station) via Piraeus in around 3h 15m.
How do you pronounce Aegina in Greek?
Modern Greek Aí·yi·na [e-yee-nah] (for defs.
Was Aegina the capital of Greece?
Aegina: The first capital of the Greek state – One Day Cruise.
Which is the best Saronic island?
TRAVEL GUIDES TO BEST SARONIC ISLANDS
- Hydra.
- Spetses.
- Aegina.
- Poros.
- Agistri.
Is Hydra Greece worth visiting?
With its rich history, architectural beauty and vibrant lifestyle, Hydra mesmerizes its visitors at all times of year. A much loved destination among foreign celebrities and prominent Greeks alike, this quaint Saronic Island is a short two-hour ferry trip from Athens.
How did Aegina get its name?
According to ancient mythology, Aegina owes its name to the nymph Aegina, daughter of the river god Asopus, who Zeus seduced and took on the island of Aegina, then called Oenone. There she gave birth to Aecus, the first king of the island and grandfather of the famous Trojan hero, Achilles.
Was Aegina ever the capital of Greece?
Aegina has a long history, dating from the Neolithic (4th millennium BC) to the later years. The high points in its history were the period if its great prosperity (657-459 BC) and the short period when it was proclaimed first capital and home of governor Ioannis Kapodistrias.