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Museums

You can find many different museums reflecting our rich cultural, historical and artistic influences. Library-museums hold important historical manuscripts; books and photographs, folklore and cultural museums display traditional objects and their relationship to land and sea, whilst more modern influences are explored in other established museums.

  • Ionian Aquarium

    by lukas

    The Ionian Aquarium and Museum in Lixouri offers interactive exhibits on marine life, history, and the environment—an educational and fun experience for children, adults, and school groups.

  • Folklore Museum of Zervata

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    Discover traditional Kefalonian life at the Folklore Museum of Zervata – a unique collection of local history, costumes, and tools inside a restored old schoolhouse in a peaceful village setting.

  • Monastery and Museum of St. Andreas, Malapidia

    by Anna Votsi

    Just a short drive from the village of Peratata and the Castle of Saint George, the Monastery of Saint Andrew the Apostle (Agios Andreas) in Malapidia offers visitors a profound combination of spiritual heritage, Byzantine …

  • The House-Museum of Memas Kalogiratos

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    A Sculptor’s Legacy in Kefalonia that is not to be missed Nestled in the picturesque village of Mazarakata, just 4 km from Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia, lies the House-Museum of Memas Kalogiratos. This unique …

  • Archeological Collection of Sami

    by Anna Votsi

    The Archaeological Collection of Sami, inaugurated in August 2021, located in the significant area of Sami is a must-visit during your time in Kefalonia.

  • Nautical Museum of Sami

    by Sarah O

    The Nautical Museum of Sami is home to twenty two hand made wooden model vessels, spanning a history of 3,500 years!  There is an impressive and creative display of traditional shipbuilding in Greece. The exhibits are …

  • Olive Story Museum, Makriotika

    by Anna Votsi

    Located 5 min from Agia Efimia, at the traditional village of Makriotika, there is a little Olive Museum! (Opening times for 2023 – Daily 10-13.00 & 18.-20.30) Olive oil production is a major component of …

  • Casa-Museo / House-Museum, Karavomylos

    by Anna Votsi

    This is a very special house-museum created by Takis Tokkas with a passion, deep knowledge of Kefalonian history and traditions, and a lot of personal work! It is worth a visit to see the collection …

  • Focas-Cosmetatos Foundation

    by Anna Votsi

    The Focas-Cosmetatos Foundation is located in Argostoli, Kefalonia. It was established in 1984 with the endowment of the three brothers Spiridon, Kosmetos and Nikolaos Focas-Cosmetatos.The initial aims of the Foundation were: a) the conversion of …