A shuttle that operates daily from Piraeus to Agistri takes almost 45 minutes for the one-way trip. On completing the journey one will find a small scenic island, with undisturbed forestation and stunning blue hues of the sea. Apart from sightseeing its natural beauty, there are plenty of destinations that are worthy of discovering by tourists who visit the island.
Beaches:
The most popular beach on the island is the Skala beach. This is particularly due to its shallow waters which render it a safe destination for families with young kids as well as for people who are not familiar with swimming. It has several commercial services available; as there are sunbeds, umbrellas and food stalls dotted along to serve tourists. A big church in the vicinity is as popular as the beach amongst the tourists. Tourists who prefer to shed their inhibitions and support naturism have the option of visiting the nudist Halikadha beach at Agistri Island. Agistri can thus fulfill the requirements of all types of tourists looking for a perfect vacation
Boat Trips to Surrounding Islands:
Visitors to Agistri also prefer to travel to the surrounding islands that are free of any population. These 4 islands are serviced by special boats that take interested tourists to Metopi, Kira, Spalathronisi and Darousa for snorkeling and other activities. Diving courses of differing levels are also available to tourists.
Historical Sites:
The famous chapels namely Agioi Pandes and Agioi Theodoroi are surrounded by lush forestation. These are one of the oldest buildings standing on the island and visitors can learn more about the history of Agistri from these chapels than anywhere else. Another attraction is the Virgin Mary Church which can be reached via a trekking path surrounded by beautiful pine trees. Several other historical churches are found on this island.
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