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Saronic Gulf Islands

The Saronic Gulf Islands dot the waters nearest Athens and offer a fast track to Greek island life. As with all Greek islands, each of the Saronics has a unique feel and culture, so you can hop between classical heritage, resort beaches, exquisite architecture and remote escapism.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

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    Paleohora

    Aegina

    This enchanting remote hillside is dotted with the remains of a Byzantine village. More than 30 surviving churches punctuate the rocky heights of the…

  • Temple of Aphaea in Aegina Island, Greece. Ancient greek architecture 1958314057

    Temple of Aphaia

    Aegina

    The well-preserved remains of this impressive temple stand proudly on a pine-covered hill with far-reaching views over the Saronic Gulf. Built in 480 BC,…

  • Kimisis Tis Theotokou Cathedral

    Kimisis Tis Theotokou Cathedral

    Hydra Town

    Within the peaceful monastery complex on the harbour, this lovely cathedral dates from the 17th century and has a Tinian-marble bell tower. Its…

  • Lazaros Koundouriotis Historical Mansion

    Lazaros Koundouriotis Historical Mansion

    Hydra Town

    Hydra’s star cultural attraction is this handsome ochre-coloured arhontiko (stone mansion) high above the harbour. It was the home of one of the major…

  • Deste Foundation

    Deste Foundation

    Hydra Town

    Deste Foundation hosts an annual Hydra exhibit at the small former slaughterhouse on the sea.

  • Temple of Poseidon

    Temple of Poseidon

    Saronic Gulf Islands

    There's very little left of this 6th-century temple. Once it was a magnificent building giving sanctuary to fugitives and wrecked sailors, but in the 18th…

  • Bouboulina’s Museum

    Bouboulina’s Museum

    Saronic Gulf Islands

    The mansion of Spetses’ famous daughter, the 19th-century seagoing commander Laskarina Bouboulina, has been converted into a museum. Entry is via 40…

  • Temple of Apollo

    Temple of Apollo

    Aegina

    Northwest of the port, ruined walls, cisterns and broken pillars in honey-coloured stone are lorded over by a solitary surviving column. It’s all that’s…

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