Discovering the blue Island
What to see in Lefkada
Discovering the blue Island
What to see in Lefkada Island
Visit Lefkada Island and discover the best natural and historical sights, which are gems of this magical land of Greece.
The main local attractions are very diverse in the entire area, because natural sights and pieces of history can be visited as well. Most of the travellers visit Lefkada Island in Greece because of its top beaches, but there are many other highlights and hidden gems, which are recommended to explore.
There are many beautiful churches and monasteries, such as Faneromeni Monastery, which date back to Venetian eras. The small museums invite you to meet local folklore, old traditions and the rich history of Lefkada. By walking around in picturesque locations, in narrow alleys of Lefkada town, you can meet charming street views, old stonehouses, famous monuments and statues.
It's worth to drive in the mountains for the incredible panoramic views of Profitis Ilias and other lookouts, or explore the hidden mountains settlements of Egklouvi or Karya, where the time has stood still under the old plane trees. Hiking trails near Nidri and Syvros lead to waterfalls, and to ancient Venetian oak forests. And keep in mind the iconic lighthouse of Cape Doukato, where steep white cliffs meet the deep blue Ionian Sea.
The Ionian Islands nearby, such as the lush Meganisi, Skorpios or Kefalonia also belong to the best sights of Lefkada Island, and can be reached by local boat excursions.
Visit the impressive attractions of Lefkada during your holiday in 2026, and you will be impressed: all the useful and important informations can be find below.
Cape Lefkatas (and known as Cape Doukato, Akrotiri, Φάρος Ακρωτηρίου Λευκάδας) is the southernmost part of Lefkada Island, where breathtaking panoramic views and the iconic lighthouse of Lefkada can be visited. Thousands of years ago on the steep cliffs of Cape Lefkatas the Sanctuary of Apollo was built, mentioned by
Nidri Waterfalls (or known as Dimosari Waterfalls) are the picturesque waterfalls of Nidri village in Lefkada Island, Greece, and also a hiking trail, which is surrounded by lush vegetation. These are the most famous waterfalls of Lefkada, which can be reached by a footpath. The trail leads in a small
Agia Mavra Castle (Κάστρο Αγίας Μαύρας, Santa Maura) is the largest Venetian fort in Lefkada, which was built directly at the entrance of the island, near to the Greek mainland. The thick walls of the castle remained in fairly good condition, and today the building is an archeological site, one
The Archeological Museum of Lefkada Island (Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Λευκάδας) is the best place to know more about the ancient history of the region. Despite its tiny size, the exhibits of the museum contain hundreds of important archeological findings, which are well cataloged and have sophisticated environment. In Lefkada the Archeological
Profitis Ilias (Ιερός Ναός Προφήτη Ηλία) is tiny Greek church in the mountains of Lefkada Island, offering one of the best panoramic views in the region. The building of the church is located in the mountains of Lefkada, located just a few kilometers away from Karya village, which is famous
Faneromeni Monastery (Ιερά Μονή Παναγίας Φανερωμένης) is the largest monastery of Lefkada, situated above the olive forests of Agios Ioannis. The monastery has old religious traditions, and today it is best known for its nice gardens, a mini zoo, two interesting museums and a beautiful inner church. The monastery was
Kefalonia Island (Cephalonia) is an exceptional place in Greece, a home of incredible sights. The top attractions of the island are wide known by travellers, such as the blue coloured Melissani Cave Lake, or the iconic Myrtos beach and Petani beach. The largest member of the Ionian Islands can be
Meganisi Island is tiny, but scenic part of Greece, situated just a few kilometers away from Lefkada Island. During summer months boat trips and ferries arrive daily from Lefkada to Meganisi, and make this gem of the Ionian Sea easy accessable. This island is one of the largest islands near
Madouri Island is an uninhabitated islet of Greece, located near the east coast of Lefkada Island, in front of Nidri. When you visit Nidri on your holiday in Lefkada, find the port and you will see this small islet: the tiny Madouri (Μαδουρή in Greek language) is situated just about
Skorpios is the most famous private island in Greece, near the Ionian Islands. It is situated at the east coast of Lefkada, just a few kilometers from Nidri village. The island was a private property of Aristotle Onassis for decades, a Greek billionare, who had the largest privately owned shipping