You can, of course, relax on one of the most beautiful beaches of Kefalonia, but the following Kefalonia attractions are also well worth a visit:
1. Argostoli: Tip! Turtle spotting
2. Assos
3. Fiskardo
4. Agia Efimia
5. Drogarati (the caves of Kefalonia)
6. Ainos National Park
7. Ithaca
8. Monasteries, churches, and castles
Kefalonia is the largest island of the Ionian group, and it’s certainly not known for its size but for the beauty of its beaches and because it belongs to the neighboring island of Ithaca, where one of the most famous myths of ancient Greek culture comes from: Odysseus.
Attraction tip! Turtle spotting in Argostoli
Argostoli capital Kefalonia, Greece
Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia. You reach the city via the famous nine-hundred-meter-long Drapanos Bridge. On the large square in the city, you’ll find many cozy terraces, restaurants, and taverns.
In 1953, the island of Kefalonia was almost completely destroyed by an earthquake. In the cultural and historical museum, you can see what Kefalonia looked like before this earthquake. This is impressive, as almost nothing of Kefalonia remains.
Just outside Argostoli are beautiful botanical gardens where you can stroll. In the harbor of Argostoli, you can spot large turtles to the right of the footbridge. You can also rent pedal boats here to get a closer and better view of the turtles.
You can, of course, discover all these hotspots on your own, but it’s even more fun to book a bike tour with Baja Bikes.
With a local guide, you’ll visit all the places and attractions of Kefalonia. It’s inspiring to hear the story behind them from the guide. The guide knows everything about the history of Kefalonia and shares it passionately.
Assos village
Assos is a charming village built against a mountain. The beauty of this village will surprise you. It lies between two bays on a peninsula. Here, you’re surrounded by green pines, pastel-colored houses, and beautiful blue water. A visit to this village is well combined with a relaxing day at the famous Myrtos beach.
Fiskardo: charming fishing village
This cozy and charming fishing village is located in the northeast of Kefalonia. Fiskardo is the only village that remained after the 1953 earthquake. The boulevard along the colorful harbor is very lively and has many restaurants and shops. But don’t just stay on the boulevard. The streets behind it are also worth exploring. You can take a nice walk to the two lighthouses.
Agia Efimia: admire sailing yachts
On the way to Fiskardo, you pass another very picturesque fishing village, Agia Efimia. Here you can taste the Greek atmosphere. Have a cup of coffee in the harbor and enjoy the view of the island of Ithaca. In the harbor, you can admire the many sailing yachts. It’s also fun to book a sailing cruise to Ithaca.
Ithaca island: delightful hiking
The island of Ithaca is, unlike Kefalonia, small-scale. The atmosphere is therefore very different from Kefalonia. It is a charming and green island with a steep and rocky coastline. With just a few villages, you are mostly overwhelmed by the beautiful nature. Many people come here to hike.
Drogarati (the caves of Kefalonia)
These caves are known for their good acoustics and the concerts held there. You will find a tribune in the caves used for concerts. The caves feature impressive stalactites and stalagmites. You do have to walk a long way down steep stairs. Wear good shoes when you visit the caves. If you’re traveling with children, they can enjoy cooling off during this excursion, as there is a pool at the entrance of the cave.
Ainos National Park; highest mountain of Kefalonia
With a peak of 1628 meters, Ainos is the highest mountain of Kefalonia. Together with the surrounding area, this is the national park of Kefalonia. Here you’ll find plants and trees that grow nowhere else. If you love hiking, be sure to visit. It’s a beautiful area with many different hiking routes from the top of the mountain.
Best time to visit Kefalonia
You’re probably wondering what the best time to visit Kefalonia is?
The best time to visit Kefalonia is during the summer months. Then you have the least chance of rain and the greatest chance of sunshine. But even in spring, the island is beautiful. Spring is the ideal time to visit if you love hiking. The flowers are in full bloom, and it’s not too hot yet. You can also travel to Kefalonia in the fall, but it’s advisable to bring warmer clothing for the evenings.
Fly directly to Kefalonia
Has your interest in Kefalonia been piqued?
Fly to Kefalonia and enjoy the beauty the island has to offer. Many flights to Kefalonia have stopovers. You can fly directly to Kefalonia with Easy-Jet. You can fly to Kefalonia in just under three hours.