City break in Kefallonia. Active leisure ideas for Kefallonia - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Beach relaxation and excursions to natural attractions of Kefalonia are considered the main entertainment for travelers. Every town has numerous entertainment facilities, restaurants, night clubs and colorful markets that are traditional for every resort destination. Fans of shopping will be really satisfied. Avithos is one of the largest and most popular beaches of the island. Thanks to its beauty and cleanness, the beach has repeatedly won honorable awards. The beach will become a perfect place for a family vacation. This place is distinguished by ever clear and calm sea, as well as a large selection of sports fields.

Makris Gialos is considered the most comfortable beach of the island. It is located several minutes away from the town of Argostoli. The beach is equipped with all the necessary equipment. You will also find several restaurants, shops, children's centers, and sports facilities in its territory. Myrtos Beach is included in the top five of the most beautiful beaches in the world. As it is not hard to guess, tourists will never feel the lack of choice of beautiful beaches here.

Fans of eco-tourism and outdoor activities will be genuinely attracted by excursions to numerous caves and grottos. High cliffs of the region amaze visitors with the diversity of unique plants. The Cave of Melissani is a unique natural object, which was formed as a result of an earthquake. Travelers are offered to go down into the cave, and enjoy the crystal clear lake water which has a unique blue color. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

A walk in the old cave of Drogarati will also leave many exciting memories. According to one version of scientists, the cave was formed approximately 150 million years ago. Fantastic red stalactites and stalagmites remain the main decoration of the cave. Kefalonia is also the location of the highest mountain in the Ionian Islands. This is Mount Aenos. Currently this mountain is a part of the national park, and is considered one of the most popular attractions of the region. Here visitors are offered to participate in various sightseeing tours, during which tourists can enjoy the local flora and fauna, and spend a day in really beautiful mountains.

Fans of nature simply cannot forget to visit the Ainos Nature Reserve. Despite its rather modest size, the reserve is a valuable natural site. Here visitors will see a rare sort of pine. The beautiful pine forest has become home to foxes, rabbits, minks and other mammals.

Some other entertainment that you can try on the island includes diving, kayaking, fishing opportunities available on virtually every beach. Of course, you can play beach sports - handball or volleyball. Safari tours are regularly organized, basically, all activities of this kind are concentrated in Argostoli. Sami has a donkey farm, which is a nice place to visit as a family. In the same town, one can enjoy the wonderful pastoral atmosphere. Cycling tours are also popular - in every city of Kefalonia, you can rent a bike and ride it along the scenic routes.

While in Argostoli, be sure to visit The Cue - Kefalonia Escape Rooms offering its visitors several interesting rooms to get out of. Here there are rooms for both beginners and those who have already played this kind of games more than once. This entertainment is perfectly is suitable for family pastime and having fun with kids. Nearby is The Napier Gardens (Κηποθεατρο Νάπιερ) where you can have a great time getting away from the hustle and bustle.

In the same town, you will find Tennis Club Argostoli attracting all tennis fans. Horseback riding enthusiasts flock to the city of Sami offering two clubs to choose from: Bavarian Horse Riding Stables and Kefalonia's Horse Riding Stable. This pastime is sure to appeal to both young tourists and adults - absolutely everyone is happy to ride a horse along a beach or a park and take a couple of interesting pictures to remember the wonderful time spent here. Another equestrian club is located in Lixouri and is called Kefalos Riding Club, providing the same opportunities.

In Argostoli, there is also a place for relaxed leisure, thanks to which you can recharge batteries to move to an active pastime again later. Such spa centers are Kefalonia Massage Christina and Alexandra Kefalonia Massage. Of great interest are workshops held in Sea Rock ws where one can learn how to cook like a Greek. In Akri Seaside Bar, which is located in the village of Scala, you can have a great time sipping a strong drink and admiring the picturesque views of the sea. Another interesting place here is Captain's Bar with its excellent cocktails. Connoisseurs of beer go to Argostoli, namely, to Aquarius Bar. Those who wish to listen to music while drinking a strong drink will be happy to visit Legends Music and Cocktail Bar (located in Svoronata).