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Dessimi: Nature, Turquoise Waters
& Absolute Serenity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
South. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Mikros Gialos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Vasiliki. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Agiofylli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Cape Lefkatas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
West. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Pefkoulia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Agios Nikitas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Milos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Kathisma. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Avali. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Kavalikefta. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Gialos Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Egremni. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Porto Katsiki. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Mountainous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Discovering Alexandros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162
Hiking in Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
What to Buy from Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Alternative Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Lefkada on a Plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
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DESTINATION LEFKADA | A visitor's guide
Travelling to Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Marina, Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Solo Travel in Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4 reasons why you will fall in love
with Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Honeymoon in Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
The 6 Most Peaceful Beaches of Lefkada. . . . 24
Shopping and Wellness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Town. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Having Fun in Lefkada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Festival & Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Unmissable Sports Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Accommodation in Lefkada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Best beaches in Lefkada for 2026. . . . . . . . . . . 54
Life’s Better at Sea: Lefkada Awaits. . . . . . . . . 60
Ionian Day Cruises. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Adrenaline in the Ionian Blue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Beaches near Lefkada town. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Nydri: The Cosmopolitan Village. . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Dimossari Waterfalls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Lefkada: the Home of Odysseus. . . . . . . . . . . . 98
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By air
Flights from/ to Aktion airport
During the summer months there are direct flights to
Aktion airport from several European cities. There is bus
connection (route Lefkada-Preveza), as well as taxi avail-
able. You can also rent a car from one of the travel
agencies at the airport.
How to get to Lefkada from Athens International
Airport by car, coach or taxi
There are several car rental companies operating at the
Athens International Airport. If you fly to Athens there is
a bus X93 (formerly E93 by OASA company) connecting
the Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (door 5) with Terminal
A, the Athenian bus terminal at Kifisos.
There are 4 departures daily from Athens by coach (KTEL
of Lefkada). Otherwise you can take a taxi from the airport.
Preveza
Vonitsa
Amfilochia
Paleros
Mytikas
Kastos
Kalamos
Meganissi
Lefkada
Aktion
Athens
Thessaloniki
Alexandroupoli
Patra
Igoumenitsa
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Travelling to Lefkada
By bus
There are 4 departures daily from/
to Athens (4h 30m) by coach (KTEL of
Lefkada) and 1 per day from/to Thes-
saloniki (4h 40m). There are also regular
itineraries from/to Igoumenitsa (1hr and
half) and also one scheduled trip from/
to Patra (2 hrs and half).
By boat
Coastal link with Lefkada is directly pos-
sible only from the Ionian islands. The
visitors who are coming by boat from
other countries, can be assisted through
the port of Igoumenitsa and then con-
tinue by road (95 km away) or through
the port of Patra (distance 176 km).
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Floating bridge
Lefkada is the only island accessible by car, with-
out the cost of a ferry. It is connected to the
Akarnanian mainland by a floating pontoon for
a constant flow of vehicle traffic, and is also a
swinging bridge.
If you are driving from Central Europe to Lefkada
via Italy you have 4 options
Option 1: Drive your car to Ancona and then catch
the ferry boat to Igoumenitsa (trip duration: 16
hours). Then you have to drive from Igoumenitsa
to Lefkada (110 km).
Option 2: Drive your car to Brindisi and then
catch the ferry boat to Igoumenitsa (trip dura-
tion varies from 7hrs 30min to 10hrs depending
on the ferry operations). Then you have to drive
from Igoumenitsa to Lefkada.
Option 3: Drive your car to Bari and then catch
the ferry boat to Igoumenitsa (trip duration varies
from 8hrs 30min to 12hrs 30min). Then you have
to drive from Igoumenitsa to Lefkada.
Option 4: Drive your car to Venice and then catch
the ferry boat to Igoumenitsa (trip duration var-
ies from 25hrs to 28hrs 30min). Then you have to
drive from Igoumenitsa to Lefkada.
If you are driving from the Balkans to Lefkada
You have to drive to Northern Greece and then
take the newly constructed Egnatia Motorway
until Ioannina. When you reach Ioannina you
head to Preveza and then through the Aktio-
Preveza undersea tunnel. After 20km you will
reach your destination.
By car
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One of Lefkada’s most recent acquisitions is the
marina, the most modern in Greece, situated on
the east side of the town.
Within the shore area of 70.000 sq.m. surrounding
the marina, the guest will encounter a great number
of different installations and services, such as a
Reception Office, offices for the rental of boats, a
hotel and a conference centre, a surgery, Port Police
office, a laundry, toilets and shower facilities, etc.
Additionally, within the, attractive and perfectly in
harmony with the natural surroundings and the
architecture of Lefkas, shore area, you will find a
shopping centre with a variety of shops including a
chandlery, a supermarket, and cafes providing the
opportunity to do your shopping or enjoy a meal
and a drink with a wonderful view of the boats and
the beautiful town of Lefkas.
Within this, in fact, idyllic setting of an artificial island,
bridges, canals, quays and areas both paved and with
green lawns, several cultural and athletic events take
place, as well as exhibitions and concerts.
The marina has a mooring capacity of approxi-
mately 620 boats, on both permanent and floating
pontoons. Distribution of berths is based on the
dimensions of the boats.
Moorings are available for stay for up to 20 years,
and boats up to 45 metres long and with 4 metres
draught can be accommodated.
At all berths, electricity is available (220V and 380V)
as well as fresh water, while permanent laid moor-
ings guarantee the safety of boats moored here.
Off-shore anchoring in the marina area is not permit-
ted, except for short-term in the case of emergency.
Upon arrival at the Marina, you should complete
the check-in formalities at the Reception Office.
Marina, Lefkada
A HAVEN FOR SAILORS
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The marina offers a full range of technical boat ser-
vices. There are dry dock facilities for about 280 boats,
while a 150-ton travelift, a 70-ton travelift and a 60-ton
mobile crane facilitate the maneuver of boats in and
out of water. There are also spacious facilities for
the laying-up of boats in a covered shelter.
Apart from power washing, painting and other work
to the underside of boats, the marina can cover a
wide range of maintenance and repairs to do with
the boats and their equipment, such as mechani-
cal, electrical and electronic work, carpentry, sail
repairs, refrigeration, upholstery etc.
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Solo Travel in Lefkada
A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME EXPERIENCE
If you are planning your very first solo getaway,
Lefkada is the ideal destination. An island that
stands out for its unexpected accessibility: no
ferries, no queues. Simply pack your car, hit the
road, and within a few hours you arrive at your
destination—with comfort and complete free-
dom of movement. Thanks to the modern road
network and the Ionian Highway, the drive is a
pleasure, while the small floating bridge that
links the island to the mainland saves you from
the hassle of a ferry crossing.
With its compact size and ease of travel, Lefkada
offers the solo traveler exactly the sense of free-
dom they need to wander with only themselves
as company. From postcard-perfect beaches with
crystalline waters to lush green hiking trails, the
island promises experiences that will delight
even the most discerning visitor.
What to Do in Lefkada
The town of Lefkada is the perfect place to begin your
exploration. Stroll along the waterfront promenade
with its wooden bridge—the island’s trademark and
a beautiful backdrop for photos, especially at sun-
set. Lose yourself in narrow alleyways lined with
blooming courtyards and colorful houses of rare
architectural charm, admire 17th- and 18th-century
churches, and let time flow at a pace that balances
history and everyday life.
No visit is complete without exploring the Castle of
Agia Mavra and then the museums in the historic
center: the Folklore Museum of Orfeas, the Archae-
ological Museum, and of course, the Museum of
Angelos Sikelianos.
Just outside town lies the Monastery of Panagia
Faneromeni, patron saint of the island and beloved
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by locals. The panoramic view from here is breath-
taking, while the tranquil courtyard shaded by
trees—home to small animals—invites moments
of peace and contemplation.
Venture into the mountain villages and you’ll
discover a very different rhythm. Stop in the main
village of Karya for a traditional Greek coffee in
the cool shade of centuries-old plane trees. Don’t
miss Exanthia, boasting one of the island’s most
impressive viewpoints. And if you want to feel as
though you’ve stepped into a time capsule, head
to Englouvi, a village seemingly untouched by
time, famous for its exceptional lentils.
A trip to Lefkada would not be complete with-
out a dip in its enchanting beaches. From the
world-renowned Porto Katsiki and the dra-
matic Egremni to the cosmopolitan Kathisma,
each beach offers a unique experience. Turquoise
waters, golden-white sand, and imposing cliffs
create scenes of striking beauty. For something
quieter, the beaches near town are perfect for a
relaxed afternoon swim—even on foot. To enjoy
the coastline without the crowds, choose early
morning hours or sunset.
Lefkada’s gastronomy is a journey for the senses
in itself. Traditional recipes—sometimes simple,
sometimes more elaborate—carry within them
centuries of history and everyday wisdom.
From rustic tavernas in the mountain villages
to seaside eateries that set their tables right
by the water, choices abound. Here you will
savor fresh seafood alongside the local Vardea
wine, as well as regional specialties not easily
found elsewhere: the famous Englouvi lentils,
fragrant thyme honey, Lefkadian salami spiced
with garlic and whole peppercorns, or the tradi-
tional rozoli liqueur infused with orange, citron,
and aromatic cinnamon.
Tips for Solo Travelling in Lefkada
• Lefkada is one of the safest destinations for solo travelers. You truly
have nothing to worry about: most locals, regardless of age, speak Eng-
lish, and even if you meet someone who doesn’t, Lefkadians will surprise
you with their warmth and willingness to help.
• The islanders love their slow pace of life and never skip their midday
siesta. Don’t be surprised if many shops are closed during those hours.
Restaurants, cafés, and supermarkets remain open, but it’s worth
planning your schedule with the siesta in mind.
• If you don’t drive, it’s best to base yourself in Lefkada
Town or nearby areas, especially in spring and
autumn. During summer, local buses run frequently
to villages and beaches, but off-season timetables
are more limited. Alternatively, taxis are widely
available — a practical choice for destinations not
covered by public transport.
• It’s also a good idea to opt for bottled water
instead of tap water.
• Most importantly, as a solo traveler, embrace
your freedom to the fullest: wander through the
picturesque alleys, discover hidden corners, enjoy
peaceful walks along the beaches, and savor local fla-
vors at traditional tavernas — all at your own pace, without
compromise.
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4 reasons why
you will fall in love
with Lefkada
Stroll Lefkadas’s small neighbourhoods
Start your saunter at the iconic wooden bridge, on the
coastal pedestrian street. Then weave your way through
the quaint alleys lined with centuries-old churches, tradi-
tional Lefkadian residences and beautiful white-washed
yards. Don’t forget to visit the emblematic Santa Maura
Fort (Agia Mavra Castle) at the town’s entrance and your
pick of notable local museums including the Folklore
Museum of Orpheus, with objects from everyday life on
the island, the Archeological Museum of Lefkada with
artifacts dating from the early bronze age and the Angelos
Sikelianos Museum, where the unbridled spirit of one of
Greece’s most celebrated poets still holds court. When
you need a rest, grab a table at one of the adorable cafe-
bars and restaurants that dot the central market and side
streets and enjoy a refreshing drink and some delicious
local food.
Visit Lefkada’s dreamy beaches
The island is renowned for its west coast beaches,
Pefkoulia, Agios Nikitas, Milos, Kathisma, Egremni, Gialos
and, of course, Porto Katsiki. Some are cosmopolitan and
fully organised with beach bars and sun loungers. Others
are completely free, with deep blue waters and impres-
sive natural surroundings. Lefkada’s eastern coast is less
rugged and better protected from the prevailing summer
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winds, making its beaches your best bet if it’s too breezy or you’re travelling
with young children. Three beaches close to the Old Town worth visiting are
Agios Ioannis, a favorite for surfers, as well as Kastro and Gyra, both reach-
able by foot or bicycle. Finally, don’t miss the chance to see Lefkada’s southern
beaches: Vasiliki with its crystal clear waters, a windsurf enthusiast’s paradise
and tiny Agiofili. One thing’s for sure, no matter which beach you choose, you
will not want to leave!
Explore Lefkada’s alpine villages
Combine your beach adventures with trips to Lefkada’s picturesque mountain
villages where the island’s tradition and culture thrive to this day. Exanthia,
Karya and Egklouvi are three gems worth discovering. Explore their narrow
streets, admire the expertly crafted houses, traditional woodwork and flower-
scented gardens, enjoy the local cuisine and savor a Greek coffee in an old-
school village kafeneio.
Discover amazing landscapes
Lefkada is the ideal destination for nature-lovers seeking pristine landscapes of
unparalleled beauty. So if you like a bit of adventure and enjoy wilderness treks,
get an early start and don’t forget to take a hat, water and your most comfort-
able walking shoes. The Dimosari waterfalls, a monument of natural beauty, is
one of the island’s most popular hiking destinations. The waterfall spills into
a turquoise pool perfect for cooling off after your walk! Keep in mind that the
water level is higher in spring and lower during the summer months. Skaros
Forest is another enchanting destination where nature reveals its very essence
within a thick and orgiastic scenery of green and breathtaking views towards
the Prigiponisia islands.
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Honeymoon
in Lefkada