Myrtos Beach

On the northwestern coast of Kefalonia in the Pylaros area, Myrtos Beach is a dramatic white-pebble bay at the base of steep cliffs, famous for its electric blue water and panoramic viewpoint from the road above.

• Free public access to the main beach area and shoreline at Myrtos (no entry gate or ticket for the beach itself).
• Use of the open swimming zone close to shore when conditions are safe, with lifeguard coverage and a flag system in the main season.
• Seasonal organised section with sunbeds, umbrellas, basic toilets/showers and a simple snack bar or canteen, plus unorganised areas where you just lay your own towel.
• NOT included: any transfers from Argostoli or other resorts, sunbed/umbrella hire, food, drinks or boat trips.

• Best for travellers who want a wild-feeling, photogenic beach backed by cliffs, rather than a fully built-up resort strip.
• Good for confident swimmers when the sea is calm; less ideal for weak swimmers and small children because the seabed gets deep quickly and waves can be strong.
• Not suitable for visitors who dislike steep access roads, coarse pebbles underfoot or beaches that can be partially closed or restricted for safety in some seasons.

• Travel from Argostoli or another base by car, bus or excursion to the top-road viewpoint above Myrtos, where many people stop first for photos over the bay.
• Follow the steep, winding asphalt road down to sea level and walk the final stretch onto the white-pebble shore.
• Choose between the organised section (with paid sunbeds/umbrellas when available) or the “wild” part of the beach where you just spread a towel on the pebbles.
• Swim close to shore only when the lifeguard flag is green and the sea looks calm; otherwise, stay shallow or treat it as a photo and sunbathing stop.
• Head back up the access road before dark, stopping again at the viewpoint if you want sunset photos over the Ionian Sea.

• Price / cost (starts from): the beach itself is free — there is no entry ticket for Myrtos. You only pay for optional extras like any sunbed/umbrella hire, snacks or drinks.
• Sea conditions: the water gets deep within a few steps and Myrtos is known for powerful waves and strong, changing currents when it is windy; serious accidents have been reported in rough conditions. Always obey the lifeguard flag system and do not swim when the flag is red or the sea looks rough.
• Safety & rockfalls: the bay sits below high, eroding cliffs. There are areas signed as hazardous or temporarily closed due to rockfall or landslide risk; never go beyond barriers or warning signs, and check current advice in case access rules have changed.
• Beach type & comfort: shore is mostly white pebbles with some coarse sand; water shoes are strongly recommended for comfort and grip.
• Services: organised facilities are seasonal and limited; do not rely on them for full meals or extensive shade — bring your own water, snacks and sun protection.

• Location and distance: Myrtos Beach lies about 29—30 km north of Argostoli on Kefalonia, roughly a 35—45 minute drive depending on traffic and your confidence on mountain roads.
• Getting there: options include self-drive, a KTEL bus from Argostoli (usually once daily in season) that stops near the beach, or organised excursions that combine Myrtos with other island sights.
• Time needed: many visitors allow 2—4 hours including the viewpoint stop — enough for photos, some time on the pebbles and a swim if conditions are safe.
• Best timing: arrive earlier in the day for easier logistics and softer light; the beach faces west so late afternoon brings strong sun and, on clear days, impressive sunsets.
• Extras: small sea caves and coves lie near the main bay and can sometimes be reached by short swims or local boat rides when conditions allow and local operators consider it safe.

A free-to-enter white-pebble bay about 30 km north of Argostoli, Myrtos Beach is all about cliff drama, neon-blue water and big views. Treat it as a photo stop plus swim only when the sea is calm, follow lifeguard flags and rockfall warning signs, bring water shoes and sun protection, and expect limited but seasonal facilities rather than a fully serviced resort beach.