Lassi
Quick facts
- Airport – 6.5 km/9 mins
- Argostoli – 1.7 km/4 mins
- Melissani Lake – 29 km/40 mins
- Myrtos beach – 31.5 km/40 mins
- Antisamos beach – 32.3 km/50 mins
- St Gerasimos Monestary – 16.4 km/22 mins
Lassi is one of the largest and most popular resorts on the island, probably best known for its glorious sandy beaches and its excellent choice of bars and tavernas. Two of the best-known beaches are Makris Gialos & Platis Gialos where you can rent sunbeds, get refreshments from one of the snack bars, partake in water sports or just have a dip in the crystal blue waters, watch out in summer, their popularity means that they can get very busy.
There are a number of other beautiful beaches in the area that don’t get quite as busy and may suit people who prefer a little less noise and more privacy.
If you have a sense for adventure, fancy a boat trip or excursion there’s a wide range of activities that can be booked at the Panem office on the high street in Lassi.
Lassi has everything you need for a great summer holiday and its proximity to the airport and Argostoli, as well as great transport and road links, make this a great location for getting out and exploring more of the island.
Brenda ”first time to Kefalonia. Lassi is a great base; there are a few bars, a couple that are great for watching the sun set. There are some fabulous beaches in Lassi all within a few mins walk from each other…..
…..There are some great restaurants & bars all within walking distance of the Princess Hotel where we stayed. We hired a car in Lassi to travel around Kefalonia and visit other resorts”
Peter ”I love the location of Lassi and the great views, I have visited many times and enjoyed the experiences. I have made many Greek friends in Lassi and also in Argostoli”
Out & about
Viewpoint – Kastro village
Behind Evangelistria Church in Kastro is a small piece of land bounded by a wall. This is a great place to get views of Mount Ainos down to Lourdas and all across the Livathos region.
de Bosset bridge
The de Bosset bridge (formerly Drapano Bridge) connects Argostoli with settlements on the north side of the Koutavos Lagoon. It gets it name from the…
Platis Gialos beach
Awarded Blue Flag status for 2021 Platis Gialos beach is the smaller, quieter neighbour of Makris Gialos beach in the popular resort of Lassi and…
Lighthouse of Saint Theodora
On the coastal road between Argostoli and Lassi you cannot miss the Lighthouse of Saint Theodora. It stands proudly at the end of a walkway which extends into the sea.
Paliostafida Beach
Paliostafida beach is a small stretch of sandy beach near to several of the large Lassi hotels. It is an organised beach with sunbeds available…
Korgialenio Historic And Cultural Museum
In Argostoli, approximately 1.8km from main street Lassi.A Museum of island history featuring photos, paintings & artefacts, plus a library with a reading area. The…
Church of Agia Varvara
The church of Agia Varvara (Saint Barbara) is located over the water from Argostoli, just off the road heading towards Razata.According to tradition, in around…
Botanical gardens of Argostoli
The garden was established by the Focas-Cosmetatos Foundation in 1998 to preserve and display the native flora of the island. The site was formerly an…
Makris Gialos beach
Makris Gialos beach is one of the busiest and most popular in the whole of Kefalonia.
It is a beautiful stretch of sandy beach with calm, crystal clear water and a shallow incline out to sea.
The Cave Hermitage Saint Gerasimos
The hermitage has been built onto the front of a hillside so be prepared for an uphill walk to see this beautiful piece of Kefalonian…
Katavothres Mill
Round the northern end of the Argostoli peninsula is the mill wheel and sink holes. There is nothing spectacular about the wheel itself, it’s a…
Italian War Memorial
The memorial to the Acqui Division; an Italian infantry unit which was stationed on the island during the 2nd world war and allies of the…
Lassi view by Christos Ballas 
Lassi beach by Marian Abel Krootjes 
Crocodile beach 
Gradakia beach 
Spiaggia beach by Brenda Paton 
Costa Costa by Peter Harston 
Lassi sunrise by Christos Ballas