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Lefkada is the ideal destination, blending the freedom of car access via its floating bridge with the Ionian’s exotic charm. Famous for award-winning shores like Porto Katsiki on Visit Greece, it offers crystalline waters and stunning landscapes. From cosmopolitan Nydri to mountain villages serving traditional cuisine, the island delights every adventure seeker, water sports enthusiast, and fan of authentic hospitality.
Lefkas
Beaches, nature, and culture in an island full of contrasts!
Lefkada is one of the most stunning destinations in the Ionian Sea, renowned for its turquoise beaches such as Porto Katsiki, Egremni, and Kathisma. Easily accessible by car, it’s the only Greek island connected to the mainland via a floating bridge. It gained global attention when Aristotle Onassis bought the nearby island of Skorpios in 1963. With the Ionian breeze, the waterfalls of Nydri, and breathtaking cliffside views, Lefkada offers the ultimate summer escape. The inland areas also impress with ruined monasteries, gorges, waterfalls, and dramatic rocky landscapes—making it a place of both excitement and tranquility.
Highlights
Walk in the city
The city of Lefkada with its characteristic architectural color, narrow cantonments, manicured courtyards and its pristine manorial beauty, is definitely a city that you must see.
Boat Trips
On the island’s east coast is a small archipelago of islands like Meganisi, with dozens of deserted coves and the Papanikolis sea cave to discover. A must see is also the private island of Skorpios.
Cape Lefkatas
The peninsula on the west side of Vasiliki comes to an end at Cape Lefkatas, which gives the island its name. The cape has white cliffs that tower to 70 metres.
Dimosari Waterfalls
There’s an easy and scenic hike from the coastal town of Nydri to this waterfall in a gorge. The trail will lead you through fragrant citrus and olive groves to this magical scenery.
Porto Katsiki
Porto Katsiki is one of the most beautiful beaches, with rounded pebbles and mesmerizing turquoise waters, only accessed by boat. In Lefkada you will see many beaches like Egremni, Milos, Mikros Gialos, Kathisma, Ammoussa, Kavalikefta.
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From turquoise beaches to rugged mountain terrain
Enjoy local flavours
Try traditional dishes in the tavernas of Karya and sample local wines and liqueurs like the fragrant rosoli. Don’t miss Lefkada’s fine wine, olive oil, the famous Englouvi lentils, Karya chickpeas, honey, and bottarga—a delicacy cooked with herbs and tomato. Taste the island’s signature sausage and for dessert, enjoy nougat and sesame bars, paired perfectly with the citrus-and-cinnamon-based rosoli liqueur.
Best Time to Visit
Lefkas has a Mediterranean climate. The weather on the island is usually mild with a lot of sunshine and a few clouds. During the hot summer the winds that blow in Lefkada make the stay pleasant. As the winter is mild the island can be visited during that season too.
How to use transportation in Lefkas
Airport transfer options
Lefkada is an island with easy access as it is connected by a floating bridge to mainland Greece.
By Car
From Athens is at 390kms (approx. 4 hours)
From Thessaloniki is at 410kms (approx. 4 hours and 40 minutes)
By Plane
Aktion International airport is 15 kms from Lefkada and has regular flights from Athens. There are charter flights from major European cities.
Public Transportation
The best way to get around Lefkada is to have your own vehicle to visit places that cannot be reached by local transport.
Alternatively you can use bus or taxi while there are also car rental companies.
Questions / Answers
Q&A
Lefkada is accessible by car via a bridge from mainland Aetolia-Acarnania—no ferry required.
Porto Katsiki, Egremni, Kathisma, and Milos are among the island’s top beaches.
Family-friendly beaches, visits to waterfalls, and relaxed strolls through town are great options.
Lefkada Town, Nydri, and Vasiliki offer a wide range of accommodation for every taste and budget.
Yes! Lefkada Town and Nydri offer bars, beach clubs, and music venues for all preferences.
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