Lefkada Sights & Attractions
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Discover the Best Sights of Lefkada!
Lefkada is mainly known for its majestic beaches and the plethora of watersports it offers. Yet, points of historical, cultural, and environmental interest are also hosted on the island.
The Medieval Castle of Agia Mavra, the Waterfalls of Nydri and the Monastery of Faneromeni are the top attractions of Lefkada.
You can see the best Sights of Lefkada below: Ancient sites, Museums, Churches, Castles, and more points of interest. You can filter all attractions by category and location.
After seeing all the sights, don't miss to check out All Things to Do in Lefkada (best beaches, villages, restaurants, and more)
![Castle of Agia Mavra](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/437/lefkada-castle-of-agia-mavra-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Castle of Agia Mavra
CastlesThis medieval castle was built by the Franks who occupied Lefkada in 1294 and it protected the whole region from enemies. It is located right before the bridge that connects the island to the mainland.
![Sea Lakes](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1099/lefkada-sea-lakes-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Sea Lakes
OtherThe lagoons, which surround the historic town of Lefkada, support a unique ecosystem consisting of various forms of life. There are two Lagoons near the town, called Divari and Ivaria.
![Waterfalls of Nydri](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/438/lefkada-waterfalls-of-nydri-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Waterfalls of Nydri
OtherThis is a gorgeous waterfall that has its source up in the Lefkada mountains and ends in a gorge with white rocks. Many visitors swim in its crystal clear yet cold waters.
![Monastery of Faneromeni](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/443/lefkada-monastery-of-faneromeni-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Monastery of Faneromeni
ChurchesThis is the most important monastery and religious center of Lefkada. It is situated in a lush green are about 2 km from Frini village.
![Lighthouse](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1098/lefkada-lighthouse-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Lighthouse
LighthousesThe Lighthouse of Lefkas is ideally located in Cape Ducato, the southernmost tip of the island. It was constructed in 1913 and is also called Kavos tis Kiras.
![Agios Ioannis Antzoussis](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/444/lefkada-agios-ioannis-antzoussis-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Agios Ioannis Antzoussis
ChurchesSituated 3 km west of Lefkada Town, this is the oldest church on the island. It was built by the Franks on the top of a rock, on the site where an older church used to stand. Apostle Paul once stopped here to preach Christianity to the people of Lefkada.
Archaeological Museum
MuseumsLocated on Faneromeni Street, in the capital of Lefkada, the Archaeological Museum houses various archaeological findings dating from the Early Bronze Age and found by the German archaeologist Dorpfeld in the sites of Nidri, Kariotes, Evgiros, and others.
![Ecclesiastical Museum](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/442/lefkada-ecclesiastical-museum-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Ecclesiastical Museum
MuseumsThe Monastery of Faneromeni hosts a small ecclesiastical museum with Byzantine icons, priest clothing, and other relics.
![Museum of Phonographs](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/439/lefkada-museum-of-phonographs-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Museum of Phonographs
MuseumsLocated in the capital of Lefkada, the museum exhibits a collection of gramophones and various other objects related to the daily life of the islanders, such as jewels, coins, embroideries, photographs, and traditional musical instruments.
![Santa Mavra](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/445/lefkada-santa-mavra-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Santa Mavra
ChurchesThe old church of Agia Mavra is situated inside the Castle of the same name, which has been renovated. It is made of stone and follows the traditional style.
![Museum of Lefkadian Embroidery](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/964/lefkada-museum-of-lefkadian-embroidery-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Museum of Lefkadian Embroidery
MuseumsThe Folklore Museum of Lefkadian Embroidery was established in honor of Maria "Koutsohero" Stavraka, the biggest embroidery artist in this area.
![Statue of Aristotle Onasis](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1100/lefkada-statue-of-aristotle-onasis-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Statue of Aristotle Onasis
MonumentsRight on the port of Nidri, there is a statue dedicated to Aristotle Onassis, the famous Greek businessman that is considered in one of the wealthiest men in the world ever.
![Angelos Sikelianos Museum](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1510/lefkada-angelos-sikelianos-museum-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Angelos Sikelianos Museum
MuseumsAngelos Sikelianos Museum contains all the information regarding the famous poet of Lefkadian descent, along with rarities from his personal life, voice recordings, and items that belonged to his latter wife.
![Orpheus Folklore Museum](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/441/lefkada-orpheus-folklore-museum-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Orpheus Folklore Museum
MuseumsThis small folklore museum was established by the Orpheus cultural association and includes exhibits that show how life was on Lefkada a few decades ago.
![Church of Hodegetria](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/446/lefkada-church-of-hodegetria-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Church of Hodegetria
ChurchesThe church of Panagia Hodegetria is located within walking distance from Apolpena village, just 2 km south of Lefkada Town. The interior of the church had some amazing frescoes, that are today hosted in the Byzantine Museum of Athens.
![Church of Agia Kyriaki](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1508/lefkada-church-of-agia-kyriaki-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Church of Agia Kyriaki
ChurchesAgia Kyriaki is a chapel in the peninsula of Geni in Nidri that houses a bell tower, a terrace, and gorgeous surrounding vegetation, while hosting tailor-made weddings, as well as celebrations every 7th of July.
![Hermitage of Agii Pateres](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1507/lefkada-hermitage-of-agii-pateres-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Hermitage of Agii Pateres
ChurchesThe Hermitage of Agii Pateres near the village of Nikiana is a picturesque settlement featuring an old cave filled with icons and a few modern buildings that are made for religious isolation.
![Agios Donatos Church](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1506/lefkada-agios-donatos-church-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Agios Donatos Church
ChurchesThe stone church of Agios Donatos is a small religious building in the village of Eglouvi that has a handful of icons and hosts an annual celebration of local lentils.
![Monastery of Agios Nikolaos Iras](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1528/lefkada-monastery-of-agios-nikolaos-iras-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Monastery of Agios Nikolaos Iras
Churches![Prophet Elias Church](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1509/lefkada-prophet-elias-church-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Prophet Elias Church
ChurchesProphet Elias Church is a mesmerizing church atop the hills of Lefkada that has a simple whitewashed design, a few icons, a bell tower, and majestic views over the area of eastern Lefkada!
![Monastery of Archangel Michael](https://www.greeka.com/seedo/photos/1511/lefkada-monastery-of-archangel-michael-thumb-1-640.jpg)
Monastery of Archangel Michael
ChurchesThe Monastery of Archangel Michael is a semi-ruined sight hosting a church building, various building remains, Orthodox icons, and beautiful grass-and-flower-filled surroundings.