Total marinas
100+
Best charter base
Lavrion, Athens
Most glamorous
Mykonos
Average cost
$33–$110/night
Athens & Saronic Gulf
Marina Zea (Pasalimani)
Piraeus, Athens
The closest major marina to central Athens — walking distance from Piraeus port. 350 berths, full facilities, chandlery, and a vast range of provisioning options nearby. The most convenient base for Saronic Gulf itineraries.
Berths: 350
Max depth: 10m
Cost: $55–$110/night
Best Athens Base
Marina Alimos (Kalamaki)
Alimos, Athens
12km south of central Athens — the largest marina in Greece (1,000+ berths) and the primary base for Cyclades charters. Excellent facilities, fuel dock, travel lift, and direct access to the E75 motorway for airport transfers.
Berths: 1000
Max depth: 12m
Cost: $44–$88/night
Marina Lavrion
Lavrion, 50km SE of Athens
The most popular departure point for Cyclades charters. 620 berths, well-equipped charter village with all major operators, good provisioning, and 25nm closer to the Cyclades than Athens marinas. Ferry to Kea and Kythnos nearby.
Berths: 620
Max depth: 9m
Cost: $33–$66/night
Best Cyclades Base
Ionian bases
Lefkada Marina
Lefkada Town, Ionian Islands
The primary Ionian charter base — 620 berths with all major charter companies (Sunsail, The Moorings, Neilson etc.), excellent facilities, and a beautiful town quay. Walk into Lefkada town for provisioning. The best base for Ionian island circuits.
Berths: 620
Max depth: 10m
Cost: $44–$77/night
Best Ionian Base
Gouvia Marina
Corfu
The largest marina in the northern Ionian — 1,300 berths, 24hr security, fuel dock, and full services. Located 8km from Corfu Town. The best base for northern Ionian itineraries including Paxos and the Albanian Riviera.
Berths: 1300
Max depth: 11m
Cost: $44–$88/night
Preveza Marina
Preveza, Epirus
At the mouth of the Amvrakikos Gulf — a quieter alternative to Lefkada with good facilities and direct access to the Ionian. Less crowded than Lefkada in peak season.
Berths: 300
Max depth: 8m
Cost: $33–$55/night
Cyclades marinas
Old Port Mykonos
Mykonos Town
The iconic windmill quay — berth stern-to on the town wall for the quintessential Mykonos experience. Very limited space (max 15 boats), rafting required in peak season. Arrive before 0900 in July–August or use the new Tourlos port 2nm away.
Berths: 15
Max depth: 6m
Cost: $88–$176/night
Most Iconic
Naxos Port
Naxos Town
The most practical Cyclades stop — good quay space, well-protected from NW meltemi, excellent provisioning, and the famous Portara temple visible from the anchorage. Better value than Mykonos with a more authentic atmosphere.
Berths: 200
Max depth: 8m
Cost: $33–$55/night
Thira (Fira) Port
Santorini
The caldera anchorage is dramatic but exposed — anchor in 20–30m, tender ashore. The new marina at Vlychada on the south coast is the better practical choice for longer stays. Famous for the sunset from the caldera — worth anchoring overnight despite the swell.
Berths: 80
Max depth: 12m
Cost: $55–$110/night
Dodecanese & eastern Aegean
Mandraki Marina
Rhodes
The historic Colossus of Rhodes harbour — one of the most historically significant marinas in the Mediterranean. 300 berths, well-protected, central location in Rhodes Town. Excellent base for Dodecanese itineraries.
Berths: 300
Max depth: 10m
Cost: $44–$88/night
Best Dodecanese Base
Kos Marina
Kos Town
Small but well-located marina in Kos Town — convenient for provisioning and the famous plane tree of Hippocrates. Good base for eastern Dodecanese islands.
Berths: 150
Max depth: 8m
Cost: $33–$55/night
Tips & costs
Booking: Major Cyclades marinas (Mykonos, Santorini) require advance booking in July–August. Call or email the marina office directly — most have English-speaking staff. Lavrion and Lefkada charter marinas handle bookings through charter company operators.
Costs: Average marina fees in Greece range $33–$110/night depending on location and season. Santorini and Mykonos are at the top; smaller island quays are often free or charge a nominal harbour tax ($6–$11). Many anchorages away from major ports are free.
VHF: Most Greek marinas monitor VHF Channel 12 or 16. Call ahead when approaching. English is universally spoken in marinas.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Greek marinas need to be booked in advance?
Major tourist marinas (Mykonos, Santorini) need advance booking in July–August. Charter bases (Lavrion, Lefkada) handle this through your charter company. Town quays elsewhere are generally first-come, first-served.
What VHF channel do Greek marinas use?
Most use VHF 12 or 16. Call ahead on 16 and switch to the working channel as directed. English is spoken at all marinas.
Is anchoring free in Greece?
Most anchorages are free. Major tourist anchorages (Mykonos, Santorini caldera) charge a harbour tax of $6–$11/night collected by patrol boat. National park areas have specific rules.