Independent travel guide to Kefalonia
White-pebble beaches below limestone cliffs, a cave lake lit by the sun, harbour villages and the turtles of Argostoli. This guide covers the best things to do in Kefalonia, how to choose a base on an island bigger than it looks, the beaches worth the drive and when to go, with honest advice on crowds, roads and closures.
Myrtos Beach Kefalonia's most famous beach: the viewpoint, the hairpin road down, parking, pebbles and waves, and how to avoid the crowds. 
Melissani Cave The underground lake near Sami you visit by rowing boat: when the sun lights the water, tickets, opening hours and tips. 
Fiskardo Kefalonia's northern harbour, spared by the 1953 earthquake: Venetian-era houses, yachts, boats to Ithaca and Lefkada and pebble coves. 
Assos A tiny village on an isthmus below a huge Venetian castle: the walk up, the viewpoint, the pebble beach and the parking. 
Argostoli Kefalonia's capital: the Lithostroto, the Drapano bridge, loggerhead turtles in the harbour, museums and Lassi's beaches next door. 
Ithaca day trip Odysseus's island across the strait: boat trips, bus-and-ferry tours or the ferry on your own, and what to see in Vathy, Kioni and Frikes. A relaxed day at sea for travellers who prefer a traditional boat to a big ferry. The outing lasts about seven hours and includes lunch on the way.
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A full island circuit for visitors who want variety: Robola winery tasting, Agios Gerasimos monastery, Drogarati and Melissani caves, time in Fiscardo and a photo stop at Myrtos.
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A compact half-day for visitors who want the island's two best-known caves without planning the route. It starts in Argostoli and takes about four hours.
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An evening boat trip for those who want swimming and snorkelling plus a sunset meal. It calls at the Vardiani islands, then Xi or Livadi beach depending on the weather.
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A long day suited to first-time visitors who want a wide look at the island, from a cave lake to a famous beach and a harbour village, plus a wine tasting. Allow about nine hours.
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A scenic full day for families and all ages: a guided stroll in Assos, free time in Fiskardo with an optional swim nearby, and a final stop at the Myrtos viewpoint.
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Suits visitors who want to see the island's main villages and hilltop views without driving themselves. Five stops, including free time in Frikes for lunch by the sea.
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A one-day introduction to Kefalonia's main sights, with a visit to the Robola winery, Melissani lake and the harbour village of Fiscardo. Suits first-time visitors short on time.
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