4 Amazing Places in Kefalonia, Greece

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Kefalonia (or Cephalonia) is a gorgeous island with beautiful nature and rich history in the Ionian Sea located west of mainland Greece. If you’re visiting Kefalonia and looking for fun things to do, you’ll have plenty of choices. Here are our four favorites.

Melissani Cave

Take a boat ride to Melissani Cave, one of the most stunning places in Kefalonia. For hundreds of years, the Melissani Lake has been hidden under the ground until it emerged and is now a must-see place when you’re on the island. It’s located near the town of Sami and easy to get to.

Myrtos Beach

Kefalonia, like many other Greek islands, is perfect for beach vacations. Myrtos Beach may be the best one of all. The water is clear and beautiful and can easily compare to the Maldives and similar tropical destinations.

Fiskardo

Fiskardo is an old fishing village with a rich history. It dates back to Roman times and today has many local restaurants with incredible Greek food. The small harbor is charming and perfect for vacation photos.

Drogarati Cave

You can stop by Drogarati Cave no your way to Melissani Cave. The inside of the cave is really big and full of stalactites and stalagmites. The cave is often used as a concert area.