Aegina Town
Piraeus to Aegina Island
Delphini (Dolphins)
From Piraeus, boarded the Hydrofoil, known throughout Greece as Delphini (Dolphins). They are speedy, very much fair-weather craft, require reasonably calm sea conditions. Popular in and around the Saronic Gulf. Noisy blighters and often a slight smell of diesel fumes. Having said all that, our crossing from Piraeus to Aegina Island went very smoothly.
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Aegina town October Stay
We stayed in Aegina town, in a small hotel, conveniently located only a couple of hundred meters from the town's waterfront.
Aegina town, is the capital of the island. For two years, between 1826-28 it was actually the capital of then only partially liberated Greece. Echoes of this heritage can be seen in the neo-classical buildings that line the waterfront.
There is a busy town through road (speed limit) between the seafront and all the tavernas, cafes on the other side. Walking south on the waterfront area, towards the pretty Agia Triada church, we passed two full caiques with quayside display/stall selling fruit and vegetables. in the sunset hours the port is a great place to be, not to be missed.
We enjoyed the stroll along the seafront, its a popular promenade, viewing new boat arrivals and departures, busy and full of harbour life day and night. Well serviced harbour caring for the boat people.
From the terass area spectacular sunset view
Local fish market Aegina Town
The colourful local fishing boats in the commercial part of the port is opposite the local fish market located in a covered alleyway. At the other end of the fish market, you will find the best fish and seafood tavernas according to the locals.
Apollo Temple and the Archaeological Museum
The popular horse carriages wait for you at the other end of the port, (north side direction) opposite the ferry ticket offices, next to the quayside for the ferries. Also located here is the taxi rank. Continue along, pass the car parking areas and close to the sea some inviting seafront tavernas, worth a try.
Aegina town beach on the way to Archaeological museum A sandy town beach (Paralia Beach) followed by a short walk inland to the Aegina Archaeological Museum (fully recommended, site of an Ancient Theatre) and the remains of the 6th century BC temple of Apollo and the Acropolis.
(There is local buses from Aegina town, located towards the north end of town, Dimokratias street in the direction to the Apollo temple area.)
Some great eaters in Aegina Town
Tsias Restaurant Great harbour side location. More of an Ouzeri restaurant. 30 varieties of ouzo. Lovely home cooking mostly served as Mezethes, among many tasty offers try dip Vouta Vouta shrimp in spicy sauce.
Pelaisos located in the harbour side of Aegina Town, its one of the oldest tavernas in town. Family owned. Great fish and seafood presentation. Grilled sardines and the more priced dishes of sea bass and mullet, (Be aware prices is by the kilo).Pelaisos known for its Retsina wine.
Ouzeria Skotadis another harbour side located eater. Try the Greek Salad, Grilled sardines. The staff’s recommendation of the day is a winner. Good service. Could be a bit pricy according to guests comments.
Aegina town my places to stay
From beach to charming simple boutique style hotels, here's my pick of the most attractive places to stay in Aegina Town with walking distance to harbour/port centre and In no particular order.
Aeginitikon Arhontikon Stylish Boutique Hotel Old charming building good location short walking distance to the port/harbour, Rooms include air conditioning, a wardrobe, a terrace with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, Free WiFi, safety deposit box, Some rooms with a balcony. All rooms with a fridge. No parking available at the hotel.
Plaza Hotel Beach front, sun terrace, Short walking distance to harbour/port. Hotel Restaurant, Rooms with a balcony, Shower, Air conditioning, Heating, Safety deposit box, flat-screen TV. free WiFi, Mini-bar, Fridge, Tea/Coffee maker, Еlectric kettle, Hairdryer. Public free parking 100 meters
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