Best marinas in Greece

Greece has a wide variety of modern, up-to-date marinas that can accommodate and fully satisfy a yacht’s needs. This is a list of Greece’s current best marinas, aimed at small to mid-sized yachts, not taking into consideration mega yacht berthing.

1. Alimos Marina (Athens Riviera)

Location: 15 km from Athens city center | Berths: ~1,100

Alimos Marina is one of the largest marinas in the Eastern Mediterranean. Located just 30 minutes from Athens International Airport, it serves as a logistical hub for charter operators and private owners alike. With extensive refit and reconstruction plans underway, the marina will be transformed into a modern, multi-use harbor with upgraded mooring capacity, increased technical services, and expanded hospitality amenities. Existing services include fuel station, technical workshops, provisioning points, and direct access to the Cyclades.

2. Flisvos Marina (Athens)

Location: Paleo Faliro, Athens | Berths: ~303

Flisvos Marina is Greece’s premier facility for luxury yachts and superyachts. With berths for yachts up to 180 meters, it meets the highest international standards for security, comfort, and service. Located within the Athens urban zone and less than 40 minutes from the airport, it offers direct highway access and concierge-level support services. Flisvos is ISO-certified and equipped with private parking, high-speed fueling, fiber-optic internet, and customs/immigration clearance.

3. Gouvia Marina (Corfu)

Location: Ionian Sea | Berths: ~1,200

As the principal marina in the Ionian, Gouvia is a strategic stopover point for yachts navigating the Adriatic and Western Greece. It combines natural protection with a full suite of services: lift capacity (75T), dry dock, marine chandlery, fueling dock, water/electricity, and direct access to Corfu town and airport (6 km). With a large number of charter yachts operating out of Gouvia, the marina supports provisioning logistics and tourism infrastructure year-round.

4. Lefkas Marina (Ionian)

Location: Lefkada Island | Berths: ~620

Connected by a causeway to the mainland, Lefkas Marina is a central base for sailing routes in the Ionian Sea. Facilities include a 150T travel lift, full repair yard, medical support, secure berthing, and guest amenities. The surrounding area supports high tourist throughput, and the proximity to Aktion International Airport (20 minutes) makes it a key logistical point for both private and chartered yachts.

5. Marina Zeas (Piraeus)

Location: Central Piraeus | Berths: ~670

Known for its premium location near Piraeus Port and Athens city center, Marina Zeas supports yachts up to 150 meters. Its infrastructure includes fueling, provisioning, ISPS-compliant security, and 24-hour port services. The marina is ideal for owners looking for immediate access to urban services and for commercial charters departing from the capital.

6. Agios Kosmas Marina (Ellinikon)

Location: South Athens | Berths: ~337

Currently undergoing significant redevelopment as part of the Ellinikon Metropolitan Park project, Agios Kosmas is poised to become one of the most advanced marinas in Greece. The facility already supports yachts up to 90 meters with 24/7 security, fueling, and repair facilities. Upon completion of the Ellinikon redevelopment, this marina will offer unparalleled integration with commercial, residential, and recreational infrastructure.

7. Volos Marina (Pagasetic Gulf)

Location: Thessaly Region | Berths: ~133

Volos Marina offers access to the Sporades archipelago and is positioned between Athens and Thessaloniki. While smaller in scale, it is a vital stop for sailing routes to Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos. Services include fueling, technical assistance, provisioning, and city access. The Volos region is seeing increased investment, making the marina a potential hotspot for mid-size yacht operations.

8. Rhodes Marina (Dodecanese)

Location: Rhodes Island | Berths: ~382

A gateway to Turkey and the Southeast Mediterranean, Rhodes Marina is a modern facility capable of accommodating yachts up to 120 meters. It features 24/7 security, customs clearance, high-power electrical supply, technical workshops, and yacht chandlery. Located close to Rhodes Old Town and the airport (14 km), it is highly strategic for yachts transiting east.

9. Kos Marina (Dodecanese)

Location: Kos Island | Berths: ~250

Kos Marina serves as both a technical base and tourist hub. Services include a 100T travel lift, full repair yard, ISPS compliance, customs office, fueling, and provisioning. The island’s international airport is just 25 km away, and the marina is integrated into the town of Kos, offering walkable access to restaurants, banks, and tourism offices.

10. Marina of Patras (Western Greece)

Location: Gulf of Patras | Berths: ~450

While often overlooked, Patras Marina is a valuable port for yachts crossing the Ionian toward Italy. Though less developed in terms of amenities, it benefits from proximity to ferry terminals, port customs, and the A5 highway network. Strategic upgrades have been proposed under the Western Greece tourism development plan.

11. Porto Carras Marina (Chalkidiki)

Location: Sithonia Peninsula | Berths: ~315

Porto Carras is the largest private marina in Northern Greece. It offers full technical support, fueling services, customs, and a 5-star resort infrastructure. With direct access to the Aegean and proximity to Thessaloniki Airport (~120 km), it serves as a northern gateway to Sporades and Mount Athos sailing regions.

12. Samos Marina

Location: Pythagoreio, Samos | Berths: ~280

Strategically located near the Turkish coast, Samos Marina offers modern berthing facilities and full technical support. It serves as a key base for Eastern Aegean routes and is located just 3 km from Samos International Airport.

13. Nafplio Marina

Location: Peloponnese | Berths: Under expansion

Currently a smaller-scale marina with ongoing development plans, Nafplio is emerging as a boutique destination for mid-size yachts exploring the Argolic Gulf. Amenities are being upgraded to support charter operations.

14. Lavrion Marina (Olympic Marine)

Location: Lavrion, Attica | Berths: ~680

Lavrion is strategically located near the southern tip of Attica, just 35 km from Athens International Airport and a short sail to the Cyclades. Olympic Marine offers full technical facilities, dry dock, travel lifts, yacht chandlery, and 24/7 security. It is a popular base for both private and charter yachts due to its proximity to key island destinations.

15. Kefalonia Marina (Argostoli)

Location: Argostoli, Kefalonia | Berths: ~250

Located in the Ionian Sea, the marina at Argostoli offers access to one of the region’s most beautiful islands. Services include fueling, shore power, fresh water, and mooring assistance. Though smaller, it’s an important stopover for yachts exploring the Ionian circuit.

16. Preveza Marina

Location: Preveza, Epirus | Berths: ~300

Situated at the entrance of the Ambracian Gulf and near Aktion Airport, Preveza Marina is a key Ionian charter base. It offers a full range of services including maintenance, technical support, dry docking, and proximity to historic Preveza town.

Upcoming Projects

• Mykonos Marina (Tourlos Expansion): The Mykonos port authority has announced upgrades to the Tourlos area to increase mooring capacity and accommodate more superyachts. Completion is expected by 2027.

• Kalamata Marina Renovation: Under the Peloponnese regional development plan, Kalamata Marina is slated for full modernization to boost tourism and charter activity along the southern mainland.

• Thessaloniki Waterfront Redevelopment: A marina extension is being studied to serve larger yachts visiting Northern Greece, aligning with Thessaloniki's growing tourism and cruise sector.

• Itea Marina Revamp: A planned overhaul of Itea Marina aims to support tourism related to Delphi and the Corinthian Gulf, with infrastructure expected to serve both domestic and international yachts.

• Alexandroupoli Marina Project: The northeastern port city is planning a new marina facility to enhance yacht access to the northern Aegean and neighboring Balkan markets.

Marina selection in Greece is both a logistical and financial decision. From high-capacity charter hubs like Alimos and Gouvia to luxury-focused marinas like Flisvos and Agios Kosmas, Greece provides yacht owners and investors with diverse options suited to every operational model. With a growing number of marinas under renovation or construction, the national infrastructure is evolving to support the increasing demand for high-quality yacht services. Yacht owners working with our company benefit from strategic partnerships and preferential access to many of these premier facilities across the country.