Port guide · Greece
The capital of Kefalonia, 10–15 minutes' walk from the ship. You can spot turtles along the seafront, stroll the pedestrian street or visit the famous Melissani cave lake.
Ships usually berth in Argostoli harbour: a 10–15 minute walk along the seafront brings you to Vallianou Square in the centre. The port has only one berth, so when more ships are in, they anchor and a tender drops you in the centre.
Route 1
From the ship to the centre along the seafront
About 10–15 minutes
Turtles by the fish market
In the morning, when the fishermen come back, loggerhead turtles are easy to spot; don't feed or touch them
De Bosset Bridge
The old stone bridge across the bay
Lithostroto pedestrian street and Vallianou Square: time for lunch
Makris Gialos beach (optional): swim and coffee
About 3 km south, around 10 minutes by taxi
Route 2
The island's most famous sight: you enter by boat into a cave whose roof has collapsed, and the sun turns the water blue. It's about 40 minutes from Argostoli and entry costs about €10, usually in cash. A tour is the easiest way; by taxi, agree the price for the return trip and waiting time first.
Want it easy? Join an official MSC shore excursion, timed around the port call. If you booked your cruise with VIAJES FH, ask your advisor to add it for you.
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Transport and ticket prices are approximate, checked in November 2026, and may change. The latest all-aboard time is the one announced on board.
Cover photo: Jean Housen / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0