What to see in Itaca?

Ithaca is often visited in search of Homeric tradition and places that recall Odysseus. However, the variety of its landscapes should not be overlooked, which I will now describe to you.

Vathi
The capital of the island, with charming white houses overlooking the gulf of Molos, so enclosed it looks like a lake. In front of the town is a very characteristic islet called Lazzareto.

Grotto of the Nymphs (Marmarospilia)
Located a few kilometers northeast of the capital, this is the grotto where Odysseus, according to legend, hid the gifts of the Phaeacians upon his return from Troy and where the Naiad nymphs were worshipped.

Fountain of Arethusa
Described in the Odyssey, it is located near the village of Pera Pigadi and is overlooked by a 40-meter-high sea stack.

Perahori
The second largest village on the island, situated among olive trees and offering a panoramic view of Ithaca's harbor, with the 17th-century Taxiarchos Monastery in the vicinity.

Monastery of Katharon
Accessible by car at an altitude of 600 meters, it is a very panoramic spot offering views to the south of the island as well as towards Cephalonia and Lefkada. It is an excellent place to watch the sunset.

Stavros and Kioni
Two beautiful villages in the north of the island.

Tour of the Island
I recommend a boat tour around the island to discover small inaccessible bays and swim in its crystal-clear waters.

Festivals and Celebrations
In July and August, a music and theater festival is organized in Vathi, while from August to September, there are events dedicated to Odysseus. Among the village festivals, I can mention the one on September 8th at the Katharon Monastery and the wine festival in Perahori at the end of August.