Argostolion

Things to do in Argostolion

Search attractions or local attractions & tours
Search

Explore top experiences

Attractions
Day tours
Water activities
Outdoor & sports
City sightseeing
Nature & wildlife
Culture & history
Spa & wellness
SIM card
Group Tours
Private tours
Cruises

Top 10 attractions in Argostolion

View all Attractions
Cephalonia

Cephalonia

4
Cephalonia is located in the Ionian Sea, west of Greece, and is an island in the Ionian Islands, known for its clear waters, white limestone cliffs, green mountains and forests, and tranquil seaside villages. The terrain here is diverse, with mountains, forests, bays, and beaches interspersed, offering both open coastal views and natural areas suitable for hiking and exploration. Mount Ainos is the main mountain on the island, where the local Cephalonian fir grows, adding a rich natural atmosphere. Argostoli, the island's capital, is the main hub for daily life and transportation, featuring a seaside promenade, shops, cafes, and restaurants. Fiskardo village attracts visitors with its brightly colored houses and distinctive harbor views. Assos village is nestled on the hillsides surrounding a bay, with ruins of a Venetian castle visible nearby. It is suitable for beach relaxation, boat sightseeing, nature hiking, and self-drive exploration, making it a representative destination for experiencing the Ionian island scenery of Greece.Omala · 7km from Argostolion
Melissani Cave Lake

Melissani Cave Lake

4.2
Located near Sami on the Greek island of Cephalonia, Melissani Cave Lake is a wonder where nature and mythology intertwine. This underground lake is composed of a natural cave and its waters, which display a dreamlike blue-green color, like a paradise on earth. Its history is closely tied to ancient Greek mythology. According to legend, the water nymph Melissani was deeply in love with Pan, the god of the mountains and forests, but Pan did not return her affection. In despair, Melissani threw herself into the lake, which is how the lake got its name. The cave's geological structure is also breathtaking. An earthquake in 1953 caused the cave roof to collapse, creating the natural entrance seen today. Visitors can take a small boat to tour the lake and admire the stalactites and stalagmites inside the cave, experiencing nature's extraordinary craftsmanship. Every summer, sunlight streams through the opening in the cave roof onto the lake, making the water shimmer with golden light, like a paradise on earth.Sami · 15km from Argostolion
Makris Gialos Beach

Makris Gialos Beach

3.4
Kefallinia · 2.2km from Argostolion
Xi Beach

Xi Beach

3.4
Paliki · 6.7km from Argostolion
Sacred Monastery of Agios Gerasimos of Kefalonia

Sacred Monastery of Agios Gerasimos of Kefalonia

3.4
Omala · 8.8km from Argostolion
Saint Theodore Lighthouse

Saint Theodore Lighthouse

3.2
Kefallinia · 2.8km from Argostolion
Drogarati cave

Drogarati cave

3.6
5.0/5
2 reviews
Sami · 13.6km from Argostolion
Platis Gialos Beach

Platis Gialos Beach

3.1
Platis Gialos Beach is located to the west of Paradise Beach and is a small beach, but boats run daily to and from other beaches in Mykonos.Kefallinia · 2.4km from Argostolion
Bell Square

Bell Square

3.1
Argostolion · 138m from downtown
Kalamia Beach

Kalamia Beach

3.1
Argostolion · 748m from downtown

Traveller favourites curated for you

Navagio Beach Viewpoint

Navagio Beach Viewpoint

6.2
5.0/5
2 reviews
Elation · 36.6km from Argostolion
Free attraction
View all Attractions
From Argostoli: Kefalonia Shore Excursion Highlights Tour

From Argostoli: Kefalonia Shore Excursion Highlights Tour

5.0/5
3 reviews
Departs from Argostolion
Free cancellationDuration: 6 hrs
FromPLN 285.61
View all Day tours
15 days · Mediterranean · Civitavecchia (Rome) - Malta - Montenegro - Croatia - Italy - Greece - Civitavecchia (Rome)

15 days · Mediterranean · Civitavecchia (Rome) - Malta - Montenegro - Croatia - Italy - Greece - Civitavecchia (Rome)

4.6/5
17 reviews2 booked
Cunard Cruise
Cunard Cruise
Queen Elizabeth
5
Depart from Civitavecchia
From PLN 7,181
See all cruises
22 days · Mediterranean · Istanbul - Türkiye - Greece - Italy - Slovenia - Croatia - Spain - Barcelona

22 days · Mediterranean · Istanbul - Türkiye - Greece - Italy - Slovenia - Croatia - Spain - Barcelona

4.6/5
17 reviews
Cunard Cruise
Cunard Cruise
Queen Elizabeth
5
Depart from Istanbul
From PLN 10,930
See all cruises

Experiences you can't miss in Argostolion

Featured Day tours in Argostolion

View all Day tours
Zakinthos Island small group for 11 people | Shipwreck Beach + Blue Cave + Sulfur hot springs + Hotel transfer 1-day tour
󱌍

Zakinthos Island small group for 11 people | Shipwreck Beach + Blue Cave + Sulfur hot springs + Hotel transfer 1-day tour

Duration: 9 hrs
English
FromPLN 387.04
From Argostoli: Melissani & Drogarati Cave Shore Excursion
󱌍

From Argostoli: Melissani & Drogarati Cave Shore Excursion

4.9/5
· 16 reviews
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Free cancellation
FromPLN 202.13
From Argostoli – Highlights of Kefalonia & Local Delights
󱌍

From Argostoli – Highlights of Kefalonia & Local Delights

4.8/5
· 8 reviews
Duration: 5.5 hrs
Free cancellation
FromPLN 329.55
Kefalonia: Melissani, Drogarati & Beach Small-Group Tour
󱌍

Kefalonia: Melissani, Drogarati & Beach Small-Group Tour

4.8/5
· 12 reviews
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Free cancellation
FromPLN 285.61
"Dreamy cruise"Daily Cruise from Argostoli harbour with a traditional Greek boat
󱌍

"Dreamy cruise"Daily Cruise from Argostoli harbour with a traditional Greek boat

4.9/5
· 406 reviews
Duration: 7 hrs
Free cancellation
100 consecutive positive reviews
FromPLN 289.62
Kefalonia Half Day Private Tour & Shore Excursion
󱌍

Kefalonia Half Day Private Tour & Shore Excursion

4.9/5
· 55 reviews
Duration: 5 hrs
Free cancellation
98.2% of travelers recommend
FromPLN 245.08
From Argostoli: Melissani Lake & Drogarati Caves Tour
󱌍

From Argostoli: Melissani Lake & Drogarati Caves Tour

4.7/5
· 270 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
Free cancellation
92.2% of travelers recommend
FromPLN 285.61

Featured Water activities in Argostolion

View all Water activities
Zakinthos Island | Romantic half-day boat tour to Turtle Island + Snorkeling available + Turtle spotting
󱌍

Zakinthos Island | Romantic half-day boat tour to Turtle Island + Snorkeling available + Turtle spotting

Duration: 4 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromPLN 650.92
Zakinthos Island: Diving experience [optional for beginners/certified divers]
󱌍

Zakinthos Island: Diving experience [optional for beginners/certified divers]

Duration: 2.5 hrs
English
FromPLN 887.91
Kayak Trip to Hidden blue Cave, with lunch & fruits.
󱌍

Kayak Trip to Hidden blue Cave, with lunch & fruits.

5.0/5
· 20 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
Free cancellation
FromPLN 269.23
Discover Scuba Diving in Zakynthos – Beginner Experience
󱌍

Discover Scuba Diving in Zakynthos – Beginner Experience

4.5/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
FromPLN 615.16
Kefalonia: Jet Boat Adventure and Swim at Koutsoupia Beach
󱌍

Kefalonia: Jet Boat Adventure and Swim at Koutsoupia Beach

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 1 hr
Free cancellation
FromPLN 197.73

More things to do

Argostolion Cruises

See all cruises
22 days · Mediterranean · Civitavecchia (Rome) - Italy - Spain - France - Malta - Croatia - Greece - Civitavecchia (Rome)

22 days · Mediterranean · Civitavecchia (Rome) - Italy - Spain - France - Malta - Croatia - Greece - Civitavecchia (Rome)

4.6/5 · 17 reviews
Cunard Cruise ·
Queen Elizabeth5
Depart from Civitavecchia
From PLN 11,130
21 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Montenegro - Italy - Albania - Croatia - Piraeus (Athens)

21 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Montenegro - Italy - Albania - Croatia - Piraeus (Athens)

4.8/5 · 1 review
Explora Journeys ·
EXPLORA II5
Depart from Piraeus
From PLN 341,900
11 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Montenegro - Italy - Albania - Piraeus (Athens)

11 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Montenegro - Italy - Albania - Piraeus (Athens)

4.8/5 · 1 review
Explora Journeys ·
EXPLORA II5
Depart from Piraeus
From PLN 123,524
7 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Syros Island - Paros - Argostolion - Kotor - Bari

7 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Syros Island - Paros - Argostolion - Kotor - Bari

4.8/5 · 1 review
Explora Journeys ·
EXPLORA II5
Depart from Piraeus
From PLN 51,441
8 days · Mediterranean · Venice - Italy - Greece - Piraeus (Athens)

8 days · Mediterranean · Venice - Italy - Greece - Piraeus (Athens)

4.5/5 · 18 reviews
Costa Cruises ·
Costa Deliziosa3
Depart from Venice
From PLN 4,268
15 days · Mediterranean · Venice - Italy - Greece - Montenegro - Croatia - Venice

15 days · Mediterranean · Venice - Italy - Greece - Montenegro - Croatia - Venice

4.5/5 · 18 reviews
Costa Cruises ·
Costa Deliziosa3
Depart from Venice
From PLN 9,119
15 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Montenegro - Croatia - Italy - Piraeus (Athens)

15 days · Mediterranean · Piraeus (Athens) - Greece - Montenegro - Croatia - Italy - Piraeus (Athens)

4.5/5 · 18 reviews
Costa Cruises ·
Costa Deliziosa3
Depart from Piraeus
From PLN 8,157
Argostolion Today's weatherMostly clear 11-21℃
Argostolion weather for the next 2 days11/6: 11-20℃, 11/7: 14-18℃

Free things to do in Argostolion

Platis Gialos Beach

Platis Gialos Beach

3.1
Kefallinia · 2.4km from Argostolion
Navagio Beach Viewpoint

Navagio Beach Viewpoint

6.2
5.0/5
2 reviews
Elation · 36.6km from Argostolion
Paliostafida Beach

Paliostafida Beach

2.8
Argostolion · 1.8km from downtown
Agios Thomas Beach

Agios Thomas Beach

3
Livathou · 11.6km from Argostolion
Blue Caves Zakynthos

Blue Caves Zakynthos

5.6
4.4/5
35 reviews
Elation · 32.9km from Argostolion
Navagio

Navagio

5.9
4.6/5
85 reviews
Elation · 36.8km from Argostolion

Trip Moments in Argostolion

The Blue Cave Only Fits One Boat: Kefalonia's Melissani Tide-Light Window

The Blue Cave Only Fits One Boat: Kefalonia's Melissani Tide-Light Window

“#travelsafetytips One Boat, One Moment: Visiting Melissani Cave Safely Melissani Cave on Kefalonia is a dreamlike underground lake, lit by a hole in the cave ceiling that casts an ethereal glow on the turquoise water.”@ssw3 · travelsafetytips · 5 hours ago

Popular cities near Argostolion

Delphi

Delphi

Athens

Athens

Zakinthos Island

Zakinthos Island

Nafplio

Nafplio

Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Argostolion?

Don't miss these attractions in Argostolion: Cephalonia, Melissani Cave Lake, and Makris Gialos Beach. If you like Day tours, try Zakinthos Island small group for 11 people | Shipwreck Beach + Blue Cave + Sulfur hot springs + Hotel transfer 1-day tour. If you enjoy Water activities, try Zakinthos Island | Romantic half-day boat tour to Turtle Island + Snorkeling available + Turtle spotting.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Zakinthos Island small group for 11 people | Shipwreck Beach + Blue Cave + Sulfur hot springs + Hotel transfer 1-day tour, From Argostoli: Melissani & Drogarati Cave Shore Excursion, and From Argostoli – Highlights of Kefalonia & Local Delights. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 5 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Argostolion is around PLN 202.13 – PLN 387.04. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

Get help anytime, anywhere within 30 secondsContact customer support

Change and cancellation policies vary by attractions and tours. Please check the product details page for more information.

Ticket prices may vary between weekdays and weekends, as well as during peak and off-peak seasons. When booking with Trip.com, you can also use Trip Coins to get extra savings. For more tips on booking discounted tickets, please visit Trip.com for the latest information.