A relaxed Paliki Peninsula town with broad western beaches nearby.
Lixouri is Kefalonia's second town, offering a sociable square, ferry link to Argostoli and access to Xi and Petani beaches.
Lixouri sits across the gulf from Argostoli and maintains a strong local identity. Its main square, bakeries and waterfront create an easy urban base without the traffic of the island capital.
The Paliki Peninsula opens west to Petani's cliff-backed bay and south to Xi's red sand and pale clay cliffs. Monasteries, vineyards and earthquake stories add depth to a region often visited only for beaches.
Practical information
Frequent car ferries cross to Argostoli, saving a long drive around the gulf. A vehicle is useful for Paliki beaches; check sailing times in wind.
