Lefkada: 12 Attractions, Museums & Beaches

An aerial panoramic photo of the Marina of Lefkada city.

D-Marin Lefkas Marina

Well-organised and large marina with good infrastructure as well as restaurants, mini market, shops and other facilities in a short distance.

A photo of the Footbridge of Lefkada Town during the sunset with many people standing on it.

photo: Villa Octavius

Wooden Bridge of Lefkada

Wooden bridge which is a relatively new attraction built in 2002. It is located in the west part of the promenade and offers a wonderful sunset.

A bastion and one of the gates at the fortification of the ancient city of Nikopolis.

photo: Jean Housen / CC BY-SA 3.0

distant ≈ 27.8km

Archaeological Site of Nikopolis

Emperor Augustus founded Nikopolis to commemorate his victory over Antonius and Cleopatra at Actium. Don't miss the biggest archeological site in Greece.

An aerial photo of the Castle of Agia (Santa) Mavra on the island of Lefkada.

photo: arxitektonas / CC BY-SA 2.0

Agia (Santa) Mavra Castle

A 12th century castle build between mainland Greece and Lefkada. There is no information on site, so do your homework before you visit.

A photo showing a part of the Ethnikis Antistasis Square and some neighboring cafés in Lefkada Town.

photo: Jean Housen / CC BY-SA 3.0

Central Square, Lefkada Town

Central marble-paved square at the town heart surrounded by many cafés, restaurants, and stores.

One of the side entrances of the church of the St. Spyridon in Lefkada town located by a narrow street.

photo: Jean Housen / CC BY-SA 3.0

St. Spyridon Church, Lefkada Town

Located in front of the central square of the town, while it was inaugurated in 1685 and reconstructed in 1836 after many earthquake damages.

A picture showing the belfry and other facilities of the Faneromeni Monastery at the area of Frini on Lefkada.

photo: Upp75 / CC BY-SA 3.0

hidden gem

Faneromeni Monastery, Frini

Dedicated to Virgin Mary who is the patron saint of the island, it has a long history and is located to a spot famous for its magnificent view.

A photo showing the turquoise lake of Nidri Waterfalls on Lefkada and a woman on the steps leading to that.

photo: Srdjan Stojiljkovic / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Dimosari Gorge & Waterfall, Nidri

Close to Nidri village and after a 20-minute walk in Dimosari gorge, are located 2 impressive waterfalls.

A marble anaglyph of ancient symposium. An exhibit of the Archaeological Museum of Nikopolis.

photo: Χαράλαμπος Γκούβας (Harry Gouvas) / CC BY-SA 4.0

distant ≈ 25.3km

Archaeological Museum of Nikopolis

The Archaeological Museum of Nikopolis hosts findings unearthed in the excavations of the ancient Roman city. It's small but worth your visit.

photo: Anton Lefterov / CC BY-SA 4.0

Archaeological Museum of Lefkada

Lefkada's Archaeological Museum hosts a few but noteworthy excavation findings divided in themes, including agriculture and fisheries, tapestry, and war.