Beaches and sun. That’s what you think, even if you’re back from vacation now. The first thing that comes to mind in such cases is the nearby islands to which you can fly for a day trip or for a weekend. For example, an excursion to Spetses. Guarantee for picturesque, romantic walks and clean beaches. Within 48 hours, you have many options to have a good time, rest, and change shows, escaping from everyday life. It is a particularly noble island that combines a lot, and that is why the “weekend in Spetses” is the classic and safe choice to make an excursion near Attica.
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Excursion to Spetses: The musts to do on the island
As soon as you set foot on the island of Spetses, you first forget what a car means for the next few hours. This in itself is the first good thing that will happen to you on the island. Spetses does not accept visitors with cars, but you will not miss that. You will just enjoy it. What to do anyway? It is certain and confirmed that you will enjoy quiet rides on foot or by carriage. All this after diving in shallow and crystal clear waters, in beaches that make you forget about everyday life. Our favorite beach that we definitely recommend you visit is Agia Paraskevi with the homonymous church. It has quiet, shallow, and warm waters, and around you a green environment. But Kaiki Beach is not unjustly so popular. 
Excursion to Spetses: How to get there
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can reach Spetses from Athens in several ways. The most direct option is taking a ferry from the port of Piraeus, which takes approximately 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive via the National road Athens-Corinth following the Epidaurus-Porto Heli route to Costa in Porto Heli, then take a ferry, boat, or water taxi to Spetses, which is only about 15 minutes away.
Two highly recommended beaches in Spetses are Agia Paraskevi and Kaiki beach. Agia Paraskevi features quiet, shallow, and warm waters with a beautiful green environment surrounding the homonymous church. Kaiki beach is also deservedly popular among visitors for its crystal clear waters and picturesque setting.
No, Spetses does not accept visitors with cars. However, this is actually one of the highlights of the island. Instead, you can enjoy peaceful walks on foot or take traditional carriage rides to explore the island and experience its charm without vehicular traffic.
Must-do activities on Spetses include swimming in the crystal clear beaches, strolling around the Old Port to see traditional shipyards, visiting the Bouboulina Mansion which operates as a museum, and exploring the Museum of Spetses located above the Clock Square. Don't miss the famous cave where scenes from the Greek movie Jenny-Jenny were filmed.
A weekend trip to Spetses is ideal, allowing you 48 hours to enjoy the island's attractions. Within this timeframe, you can relax on the beaches, take romantic walks, explore the Old Port and museums, and experience the peaceful atmosphere that makes Spetses a classic choice for an excursion near Attica.
