The islands of the Argosaronic Gulf are like priceless gems with unbelievable beauty and lifestyle. Located very close to Attica, the picturesque islands of the Saronic Gulf - Aigina, Hydra, Agistri, Spetses, Salamina and Poros - are popular with visitors all-year round. Suited for both daily excursions and weekend breaks, they embody the best of Greece close to the capital. The natural sights, the coast with the calm sea, the small quite creeks, the picturesque villages with the particular architecture and the ancient monuments attract and entrance the visitor. Each island maintains its own unique character. Verdurus Agistri with the beautiful beaches, much-frequented Aegina with its pine trees, sand beaches and the famous Temple of Aphaia, Hydra with its traditional architecture, Poros with the unique natural beauty and the lemon forest, the historical and cosmopolitan Spetses with the pinewoods the secluded beaches compose an island cluster of incoparamble charm.

The islands of Argosaronikos Gulf promise you an unforgettable experience!

Hydra

The island of Hydra is one of the most atmospheric and glamorous destinations. Pretty white-washed mansions (known as archontika), chic tavernas, picturesque harbour with smart yachts. Road-free Hydra is regarded as an exclusive holiday resort in Greece. The island has retained its charm and traditional appearance mainly thanks to an architectural preservation law along with the motor vehicle ban. Transport is solely by donkeys (a unique experience) and most of the island's beaches are reached by boats.

Poros

Separated from the mainland Galatas in the Peloponnese by a 350 metre canal, Poros (means crossing) attracts package - holiday tourists, as well as, weekenders from Athens who can arrive by road ( via Galatas) or on ferries from Pireas. Poros is a green island with an area of 33 sq. km. and a shoreline of 42 km. It is made up of two islands: the densely forested Kalavria to the north and the smaller volcanic islet of Sfairia to the south over which Poros town is built. Its permanent population numbers only 3,500. Little streets, lined with pastel coloured 19th century houses clinging to the hillside, give the island its charming character. In ancient times Poros was the island of Poseidon, the god of the sea. Visit the Temple of Poseidon near the coast in the heart of Kalavria constructed around 520 BC in Doric style.

Aigina

Aigina is only 20 km southwest of the port of Piraeus. The island has been inhabited for over 4,000 years and is famous for being where the world's first ever silver coins were minted in 700 BC and home to the impressive Temple of Aphaea. Aigina is a pine-covered island which enjoyed a lively past and prosperity as a major maritime trading centre. Today, the beautiful island with the picturesque bays and beaches is widely known for the production of pistachio nuts, which are considered the best in Greece.

Spetses

Spetses is a popular upmarket escape for the Athenians with great charm. Spetses share with Hydra a history of late 18th century trading propserity and a leading role in the War of Independence. It is a green island with pine trees, peacefull and attractive beaches, chic restaurants and a vivid night life. South of Spetses is the green islet of Spetsopoula, which is privately owned.