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Kefalonia, Greece

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KefaloniaIonian island guide: villages, beaches & ferries

Large mountainous island with turquoise beaches, caves and wine.

Ferry
From Kyllini 1.5–3h; flights to Argostoli
Villages
4
Beaches
3

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Villages & towns

What to see

Melissani Cave
Melissani Cave
Drogarati Cave
Drogarati Cave
Mount Ainos
Mount Ainos

Beaches

Myrtos beach, Kefalonia
Myrtos
Antisamos beach, Kefalonia
Antisamos
Xi beach, Kefalonia
Xi

Photos: Wikimedia Commons

Food

Restaurants in KefaloniaSee menus and book a table

Getting there & around

From Kyllini 1.5–3h; flights to Argostoli

Map

Common questions

How do I get to Kefalonia?

From Kyllini 1.5–3h; flights to Argostoli

Where should I stay on Kefalonia?

Popular bases include Argostoli, Fiskardo, Assos, Sami. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.

What are the best things to do on Kefalonia?

Highlights include Melissani Cave, Drogarati Cave, Mount Ainos.

What are the best beaches on Kefalonia?

Well-known beaches include Myrtos, Antisamos, Xi. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.

Is there Uber or taxis on Kefalonia?

Uber does not operate on Kefalonia; use the local taxis. Distances are long — a taxi across the island is expensive. Consider a rental car.

Which islands are near Kefalonia?

Other islands in the Ionian include Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Ithaca, Zakynthos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.

Is Kefalonia in the Ionian?

Yes. Kefalonia is part of the Ionian island group in Greece.

Guides about Kefalonia

Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.