Explore Kefalonia

Here are a few tips and ideas on how to avoid the crowds and the heat of August while exploring Kefalonia

Travelling with your pet in Kefalonia may not be easy in terms of pet regulations, so it’s a good idea to read a few tips here and always double-check with local authorities before your visit.

Kefalonia is a dream destination for animal lovers, offering a mix of wildlife encounters, pet-friendly activities, and opportunities to support local conservation efforts. Whether you’re watching turtles glide through the sea, spotting dolphins, diving among …

Kefalonia is the perfect spot for a workation, offering the ideal blend of productivity and relaxation. The island’s peaceful atmosphere makes it easy to focus on work, while its outdoor activities

Kefalonia provides a fantastic opportunity for work, combining a beautiful, peaceful environment with a welcoming community. While there are some challenges, the island offers an enriching experience for those ready to embrace its lifestyle.

Being a digital nomad means having the freedom to work remotely while exploring different corners of the world. If you’re looking for a destination that combines natural beauty, a relaxed lifestyle, and an emerging digital …

Captain Corelli’s Mandolin is a 2001 film directed by John Madden, based on the novel by Louis de Bernières. It stars Nicolas Cage as Captain Corelli, an Italian officer, and Penélope Cruz as Pelagia, a …

Information on the weather of Kefalonia and the best times to visit.

Travel information on Island Hopping in the Ionian Sea. How to visit Kefalonia, Lefkada, Zakynthos, Meganissi, Corfu and Paxoi.

A list of the most frequently asked questions about Kefalonia that gives the basic info a traveller may need on his first journey.

Anna’s Ultimate Guide for Packing for a holiday in Kefalonia! My ultimate guide for packing for a holiday in Kefalonia provides a helpful and comprehensive check list for those travel essentials whether you are a …

A personal map of Kefalonia including pinpoints for all accommodation options, places of interest, attractions, beaches and services included on my site.

This is a short story about the island of Kefalonia through the centuries, referring to the Ancient times, Roman Era and the Middle Ages, British occupation and Modern times.

The beaches are huge attraction in this area; from the isolated and simply stunning Dafnoudi , Kimilia and Emblissi beaches, to the beautiful Alaties and Agia Jerousalem to the impressive Foki beach where you can …

The region of Erissos is located in the northernmost part of the island and the area is surrounded by wonderful coastline and beaches, and is without doubt my favourite region! Erissos is characterised by mountains, …

Activities For walkers and hikers Erissos is perfect! There are three beautiful signposted paths from Fiskardo, including the easy Lighthouse Walk (Faros walk to the Venetian lighthouse and Byzantine Basilica), The Cypress Trail and the …

A couple of kilometres outside of Poros at Tzanata are the largest vaulted Mycenaean tombs of the area. There is evidence that this tomb was built on another, smaller tomb as the stone used in …

Activities In the region there are several great hiking trails. The Monastery of Atros, the oldest on the island, built on the 8th century, is a rare example of monastic architecture offering a breathtaking walk …

Located on the south-east of the island, the region of Elios-Pronnoi is a beautiful area with lush vegetation, rolling hills, steep mountains, stunning coastline and many archaeological sites. Here you will find several mountain ranges, …

Saint (Agios) Gerasimos Monastery the Patron Saint of Kefalonia, proudly stands here with a history spanning more than 500 years. Hundreds of Pilgrims from all over Greece gather here twice yearly (on the 20th October and …

Activities If you like nature and hiking you can combine your visit with a walk around the abandoned, yet atmospheric, pre earthquake villages that are still standing on the slopes of Ainos and/or take an …

At the heart of the island lies the impressive valley community of Omala, which has a very different landscape to the rest of Kefalonia. Hundreds of vineyards are cultivated here and at 700m above sea …

One of the most beautiful beaches on Kefalonia can be found here – Antisamos beach is perfect for snorkeling and water sports and is just outside of Sami village. Other notable beaches in this region include Paliouras, …

Activities The region of Sami offers terrific walking and hiking paths. You can drive to Ancient Sami and the monastery but there is a walking trail through some fabulous areas. The challenging hike to Koutsoupia beach is …

The region of Sami is located on the central east coast of Kefalonia, and is characterised by lush green mountains, rugged coastline, beautiful beaches and bustling traditional villages. The area is home to many natural …

One of the most stunning beaches in Greece, if not of the world, can be found here and any visitor to Kefalonia should not leave without seeing the beautiful and breathtaking Myrtos Beach. It’s ultra …

Activities There are many walking trails in this area, including Agia Efimia to Themata Monastery, Traces of Old Agia Efimia, and walking paths to Myrtos, to Drakopoulata (you could admire here the remains of the …

The region of Pylaros is located in the north-central part of the island. The landscape is dominated by a valley formed between two mountains, Agia Dynati and Kalon Oros that provide a corridor between the amazing …

Paliki region is a peninsula, located in the western part of the island, and is very different from the rest of Kefalonia, with a unique morphology of organised flat farmland, a dramatic dry, rocky west …

There are some extremely varied beaches on the peninsula ranging from the rugged and beautiful to the flat and sandy. Notable beaches here include Xi, (and the adjacent) Megas Lakos and Manias beach, Petani, Lagadakia, Vatsa, Platia …

Activities If your kids want some excitement visit  Aqua Park – a water park with waterslides and other activities nearby to Xi beach. At Xi Beach you can have fun with Baywatch Beach Bar & …

The region of Livathos lies southwest of Argostoli, on the central south coast of Kefalonia. The landscape is mostly level, with small farms and eucalyptus, olive, palm trees, vegetables and citrus with locals engaging in …

Livathos is renowned for having some of the best sandy beaches of the island. Ai Helis, Ammes, Avithos, Lourdas, Trapezaki, Saint Thomas and Paliolinos beaches are all attractive and most beaches here are shallow and sandy and very safe for …

Activities For something a little different you could go with Fishing Tourism in Kefalonia “Michalis” for a day out on a boat. Rent a bicycle from at Trapezaki and explore the area at your leisure. …

There is a rich cultural and historic heritage to be found in the region, its especially concentrated in the capital, take a look at out our Argostoli Day Tour. Opposite the Archaeological Museum of Argostoli …

Activities There are plenty of activities to keep you occupied in and around area of the capital, including many natural attractions, here are just a few: It’s easy to explore the region by bicycle or …

The region of Argostoli, named after the capital of the island, offers the visitor varied and interesting sights. Located on the west of the main body of Kefalonia, the region is home to the biggest …

The beautiful island of Kefalonia, also known as Cephalonia or Kefallinia, is the largest of the Ionian Islands, the sixth largest in Greece and is located west of the mainland in the outlet of Patraikos …

Beaches Kefalonian beaches are hard to surpass; they range from the secluded, wild and natural to the more organised and popular. In 2018 there were 13 Blue Flag beaches on Kefalonia (source http://www.blueflag.gr/). Sandy beaches …

Looking for things to do while holidaying in Kefalonia? Kefalonia offers a huge variety of activities taking place all over the island! We have divided our activities into water-based, land-based, family and festivals and events. If …

There are several groups on the island that are involved in environmental protection and education, and animal welfare, some of which are organised and run by volunteers. There are also groups that you can volunteer …

On its 25th anniversary, the best selling novel Captain Corelli’s Mandolin is brought to life in a world premiere theatrical production touring around the UK in spring 2019. Produced by the Birmingham Repertory Theatre and …

We all want to help reduce waste don’t we? and if we can save some cash whilst we are doing it even better!!! You don’t have to be an experienced eco-warrior… here are a few …