A Concise Guide to Lefkas (Lefkada)

Getting to Lefkas

Flights only and Inclusive Holidays
The local airport is Preveza just 30 minutes from the island and several tour operators and charter airlines offer flights and holidays to Lefkas, many of which you will find on the internet. You can also fly to Athens and then connect on the internal Olympic Airlines flights to Preveza. www.olympic-airways.gr

By Car
Ferries operate from Italy to Igoumenitsa (approx a 2 hour drive south to Lefkas Island). The ferry companies are Minoan Lines www.minoan.com Superfast www.superfast.com and ANEK www.Greekislands.com

Buses and Taxis

Buses operate from Lefkas town to most parts of the island and the mainland, including the airport. It is always best to check with the bus station regarding times before you set off .

Taxis can be found at the main resorts and at the airport but during high season you may have to wait longer.

Useful telephone numbers

Municipal Tourist Office -  2645023000-24962
Preveza Airport Information - 26820 22355
Lefkas Bus Station - 26450 22364
Lefkas Taxis - 26450 22838
Nidri Taxis - 26450 92000
Harbour Master's Office Lefkas - 26450 22322
Emergency Ambulance - 166
Emergency Police - 100
Lefkas Police Station - 26450 22100
Hospital - 26450 25371
Fire Station - 26450 22199
Telephone-Directory Enquiries (Greece)  - 11888
Directory Enquiries (International) - 11889

General Information

Lefkas town has banking and shopping facilities and many cafeterias and tavernas. There is a main pedestrianised area and square which is a meeting place and a hive of activity in the evening. There is also a main post office , hospital and police station. A new marina is under construction and throughout the summer Lefkas town is a busy place with many festivals and power boat races taking place. Banks and the post office only open Monday- Friday mornings. Shops generally open mornings and evenings, are closed all day Sunday and the afternoons for siesta time.

Elsewhere on the island you will only find banking facilities (including cash machines) in the main tourist resorts but the tourist agencies are always open when the banks are closed, so it is not difficult to change your money or travellers cheques. The shops here also tend to stay open all day during high season. Nightlife is limited to eating out and trying the local wine at the many bars. Discos are few but there is always plenty going on around the harbours of Nidri and Vassiliki with the other smaller resorts offering a quieter atmosphere with not so much hustle and bustle.

Places of Interest

There are many places to see on the island and you can obtain all the information from the local tourist agencies. There is something for everyone from organised tours, boat trips, walking, cycling, motor boat hire, scuba diving, one day sailing or three day sailing courses or you can simply just do your own thing by hiring a car or bike. The island and mainland are steeped in history and there are many archaeological sites to explore. There are also many lovely beaches to visit with beautiful lush green backdrops where you can just laze away the day and look out over the clear crystal turquoise waters .

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