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About Kefalonia: 10 Places to Visit

Discover 10 places to visit in Kefalonia, from Myrtos Beach and colourful Assos to Melissani Cave and Mount Ainos. Use our island guide to plan relaxed days of beaches, villages and unforgettable Ionian views.
Myrtos Beach in Kefalonia with white cliffs and turquoise Ionian water
Myrtos Beach · Kefalonia’s west coast

BEACHES, VILLAGES & NATURAL WONDERS

Find your next stop.

Ten places to build your Kefalonia itinerary around. Pick a region, take your time and enjoy the journey.

Myrtos Beach Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Myrtos Beach

Approx. time
40 min from Argostoli

Area
West Kefalonia

Road
Paved mountain road

Tip
Allow time for the descent

Get directions on Google Maps →
01 WEST COAST · BEACH

Myrtos Beach

White pebbles, steep cliffs and vivid blue water make Myrtos one of the most memorable places to visit in Kefalonia. Pause at a designated viewpoint above the bay before heading down to the beach. It is a natural choice for a day exploring the island’s western coastline.

Plan your visit

Combine with Assos. Allow time for the winding descent and follow the beach’s swimming guidance.

Assos Village Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Assos Village

Approx. time
55 min from Argostoli

Area
Northwest Kefalonia

Road
Scenic paved road

Tip
Explore the village on foot

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02 NORTHWEST · VILLAGE

Assos Village

Assos brings together colourful waterfront houses, a small bay and a hillside crowned by a Venetian castle. Leave your vehicle in a permitted parking area and explore the village on foot. Choose a waterfront stop for a slower moment between the island’s bigger sights.

Plan your visit

Pair with Myrtos. Take water and walking shoes if you plan to walk up towards the castle.

Fiskardo Harbour Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Fiskardo Harbour

Approx. time
1 hr 15 min from Argostoli

Area
North Kefalonia

Road
Paved island road

Tip
Make it a northern day trip

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03 NORTH · HARBOUR

Fiskardo Harbour

At the northern tip of Kefalonia, Fiskardo is known for its harbour and traditional buildings that survived the 1953 earthquake. Stroll along the waterfront, explore the lanes and leave time for a meal beside the boats.

Plan your visit

Make Fiskardo the main stop on a northern day out.

Melissani Lake Cave Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Melissani Lake Cave

Approx. time
40 min from Argostoli

Area
Karavomylos / Sami

Visit
Boat trip inside cave

Tip
Combine with Drogarati

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04 KARAVOMYLOS · NATURE

Melissani Lake Cave

Near Sami, Melissani offers a different view of Kefalonia: a lake inside a cave, with daylight entering through an opening in the roof.

Plan your visit

Combine with Drogarati and Sami.

Drogarati Cave Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Drogarati Cave

Approx. time
35 min from Argostoli

Area
Sami area

Visit
Walking cave experience

Tip
Wear good shoes

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05 SAMI AREA · CAVE

Drogarati Cave

Drogarati reveals another side of the island’s underground landscape, with stalactites and stalagmites inside a large cavern.

Plan your visit

Wear shoes with a good grip for the steps.

Antisamos Beach Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Antisamos Beach

Approx. time
45 min from Argostoli

Area
East Kefalonia

Road
Paved coastal road

Tip
Combine with Sami

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06 EAST COAST · BEACH

Antisamos Beach

Green hills surround the pebbled bay of Antisamos, near Sami.

Plan your visit

Combine with Sami and one of the caves.

Argostoli Waterfront Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Argostoli Waterfront

Location
Argostoli centre

Area
Island capital

Best for
Walking & coffee

Motoround
Seafront office nearby

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07 ISLAND CAPITAL · TOWN

Argostoli Waterfront

Argostoli is Kefalonia’s capital and a useful starting point for exploring the island.

Plan your visit

Pair with Lassi and Makris Gialos.

Mount Ainos National Park Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Mount Ainos

Approx. time
45 min from Argostoli

Area
Central Kefalonia

Best for
Nature & views

Tip
Check weather first

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08 MOUNTAIN · NATURE

Mount Ainos National Park

Mount Ainos offers fir forest, walking opportunities and wide views across Kefalonia.

Plan your visit

Check park access and weather before travelling.

Skala Beach and Village Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Skala Beach & Village

Approx. time
1 hr from Argostoli

Area
Southeast Kefalonia

Best for
Full beach day

Tip
Keep the day relaxed

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09 SOUTHEAST · BEACH

Skala Beach & Village

Skala combines a long beach with a holiday village on Kefalonia’s southeastern coast.

Plan your visit

Ideal for a relaxed day in the southeast.

Makris Gialos Beach Lassi Kefalonia Greece

HOW TO GET THERE

Makris Gialos Beach

Approx. time
10 min from Argostoli

Area
Lassi

Best for
Easy local beach day

Motoround
Lassi office nearby

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10 LASSI · BEACH

Makris Gialos Beach

Makris Gialos is a popular sandy beach in Lassi, close to Argostoli.

Plan your visit

A good choice for a shorter local outing.

MAKE A DAY OF IT

Three ideas for your island itinerary

01 / CLOSE TO TOWN

Argostoli & Lassi

Start with a waterfront walk in Argostoli, then head to Makris Gialos for beach time.

02 / WEST COAST

Myrtos & Assos

Enjoy the coastal scenery and leave time for both stops.

03 / EAST COAST

Caves & Antisamos

Choose Melissani or Drogarati, stop in Sami and finish at Antisamos.

BEFORE YOU SET OFF

Exploring Kefalonia: useful questions

Can I visit all 10 places in one day?

We recommend spreading them over several days.

Which places are close to Argostoli and Lassi?

Argostoli waterfront and Makris Gialos are useful starting points for a local outing.

Should I choose a scooter, motorcycle or ATV?

The right vehicle depends on your driving licence, experience, passengers and planned route. Explore our fleet.

Do I need to check opening times?

Yes. Cave admission, park access and visitor facilities can change with the season.