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Kefalonia vs Lefkada
Which Greek island should you actually pick?
Pick Kefalonia for
food, culture
Pick Lefkada for
value for money
At a glance
| Kefalonia | Lefkada | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Ionian | Ionian |
| Cost | €€€ | €€€ |
| Crowds in August | Moderate | Moderate |
| Best months | May, Jun, Sep, Oct | Jun – Sep |
| Getting there from Athens | Flight or ferry | Ferry only |
Scored side by side
| Kefalonia | Lefkada | |
|---|---|---|
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Kefalonia
The catch
Large distances and winding mountain roads mean a car is absolutely essential. Some areas feel isolated.
Hidden gem
Assos village at the end of the day — most tour buses leave by 5pm and the harbour empties into pure gold.
Lefkada
The catch
West coast beaches require long drives down steep, narrow roads. Lefkada Town itself is not particularly attractive.
Hidden gem
Take the boat to nearby Meganisi for an afternoon — five sleepy villages, no tourists, the Ionian as it used to be.
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