Making the most of Fiskardo
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
You will be at anchor in Fiskardo and be tendered to the center of town.
Printable map to take along.
Located on a long, sheltered bay on the northern tip of Cephalonia, lovely Fiskardo is unique on the island in that it was largely spared by the 1953 earthquake that devastated most of the other island villages. As a result, its waterfront is the only one here that still features the pastel-painted Venetian-style houses that once prevailed.
Rest assured that whether you spell Kefalonia,Kefalinia, Cephalonia, Kefallonia or Cephallonia, they all refer to one and the same.
Getting around
Fiskardo Village: Stroll through the charming village with its traditional Venetian-style houses, many of which have been beautifully preserved. The harbor area is lined with cafes, tavernas, and shops, perfect for enjoying local cuisine and browsing souvenirs.
A popular excursion is a boat ride into the sunken cavern and sky-blue subterranean Melissani Lake.
Food and shopping
The village streets are lined with stylish shops, tempting patisseries, and cafés.
Money
Euro
Staying connected
Greek.
Most of the harborside restaurants and coffee shops have free wi-fi connections.
Opening Hours and
Public Services: open Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 2.00pm. Retail Stores & Specialty Shops: Monday to Friday, 9am – 1.30pm and then again from 5pm – 9pm. Saturdays, 9am – 2pm. Supermarkets: Monday to Friday, 9am – 9pm, and Saturdays, 9am – 6pm. Tourist Shops and Convenience Stores: most of these do not have official opening hours and are usually open from dawn to well after midnight during the summer months.