As much as we think we know about Attica, something new will always surprise us and prove to us that there is plenty of places to explore. Hidden small beaches that you haven’t discovered yet. One of them is an uninhabited but beautiful island of Attica, the Moni. If you’ve been to Aegina, you probably, of course, have met or visited. A green place with clean beaches and a landscape that takes your breath away It belongs, of course, to the islands of The Argosaronic that stand out for their special charm.
Moni, the island – dream of Attica
We had been to Aegina many times but not to the Monastery. To be honest, at some point, we didn’t even know its existence. Until a local urged us to go cross the island from Perdika to enjoy this beautiful place on our holidays. And so we found ourselves in the Moni. A beautiful and picturesque place , a dot on the map.
The island is, of course, uninhabited and as its name attests is dedicated to a monastery. It is worth spending all day there bathing in the sun and enjoying the sunset. We did it, and we didn’t regret it for a moment. You’re full of so many colors and images that your heart can’t forget that place.
I’m sure you’ll be back. Although it is an organized beach is very quiet. Walking a few meters you can reach the back side of the road that has more rocks. If you like reading, you can sit under a tree and enjoy it.
Photo Source: Ggia
How to get to the Moni
You can go by boat and even take dives around he island wherever you want. Even if you don’t board a boat, the access to it is very easy. All you need to do is to get to the Partridge of Aegina. You’re board one of the local boats and you’ll be there in ten minutes. In the summer you won’t have to wait at all for the local boats ,they keep coming and going. The cost of the ticket is only five euros and you will definitely enjoy it.
The boat will take from Perdika will leave you on the central and sandy beach of the Moni which is even organized.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Moni is a small uninhabited island near Aegina in the Argosaronic islands of Attica, Greece. You can reach it by taking a local boat from Perdika in Aegina. The boat journey takes only about 10 minutes and costs approximately 5 euros per ticket. During summer, boats run frequently throughout the day.
Yes, Moni is an excellent destination for a day trip. The island features clean beaches, beautiful landscapes, and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the sunset. It's organized as a beach but remains very quiet and uncrowded compared to other Attica beaches.
On Moni island you can swim and bathe in the sun, enjoy the sunset, take boat dives around the island, relax on the sandy organized beach, explore the rocky back side of the island, or read under the trees. The island offers a peaceful retreat for various leisure activities.
Moni is named after the monastery it's dedicated to. The island is known for being a hidden gem in Attica with its pristine natural beauty, clean beaches, and breathtaking landscape. It remains largely undiscovered by mass tourism, making it a peaceful alternative to more crowded destinations.
Moni stands out because it's an uninhabited island with a quiet, serene atmosphere despite being an organized beach. Unlike busy Attica beaches, Moni offers natural shade from trees, rocky coves for exploration, and a dreamy landscape that provides a truly peaceful escape from crowded tourist destinations.
