Kefalonia, Greece
The largest Ionian island, with dramatic cliffs, underground lakes and beaches like Myrtos that top every list.
Main attractions
- Melissani Cave
- Drogarati Cave
- Fiskardo
- Assos village
- Mount Ainos
Popular beaches & resorts
- Myrtos
- Antisamos
- Petani
- Xi
- Skala
Things to do
- Boat trip to Ithaca
- Kayaking in Fiskardo
- Robola wine tasting
Travel tips
- Distances are longer than they look.
- Sami port has ferries to Ithaca and Patras.
- Visit Melissani around midday for the light.
Best time to visit
June–September.