Argostoli is a small, walkable island capital. The famous sights (Melissani cave lake, Myrtos Beach) are a drive away, so most people use a taxi, tour or rental car. St George's Castle is €5.
Where Argostoli lies
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Ships call at Argostoli harbour on the island's west side. Whether your ship docks or tenders depends on size and berth; ask your line.
Shuttle. Unverified.
Getting to the sights
| The way | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Walk to Argostoli town | Unverified | Free |
| Taxi or private driver to Melissani / Myrtos / Assos | Unverified | Unverified |
Walk to Argostoli town
- Walk along the harbour front into town.
Taxi or private driver to Melissani / Myrtos / Assos
- Book a driver or agree a price at the taxi rank.
- Set a firm return time.
Roads are winding mountain roads.
What to see
Argostoli harbour front
Easy walk; sea turtles are often seen near the harbour.
- How
- Walk.
- Time
- 1 hour
- Tickets
- Free
Melissani Cave lake
Boat ride in a cave lake lit by the sun.
- How
- Taxi or tour.
- Time
- Half day with travel
- Tickets
- Unverified
Myrtos Beach
One of Greece's most famous beaches.
- How
- Taxi or tour.
- Time
- Half day with travel
- Tickets
- Free
St George's Castle
Venetian castle with island views.
- How
- Taxi.
- Time
- 1 hour
- Tickets
- €5 full (Hellenic Heritage). Open 08:30–15:30; has closed days.
Your day, hour by hour
Planned for a typical call. Check your ship's all-aboard time and be back an hour early. The ship will not wait.
- Walk Argostoli's waterfront in the morning.
- If you want Melissani and Myrtos, book a driver in advance for a set return time.
- Be back in Argostoli 90 minutes before all-aboard (allow more if tendering).
What goes wrong, and how to avoid it
Beware
- Main sights need a car.
- Winding roads; motion sickness.
- If tendering, add waiting time.
Do this
- Agree taxi prices up front.
- Bring swimwear if you plan Myrtos.
Fees, money and access
Rules & fees
- Greek cruise passenger fee (per person, per port, from 21 July 2025): Santorini and Mykonos €20 (1 Jun–30 Sep), €12 (Apr–May and Oct), €4 (Nov–Mar). All other Greek ports: €5 / €3 / €1 for the same seasons. Most lines add it to your onboard bill. MSC says it charges only guests who go ashore; other lines may charge everyone.
- Greek state sites: 'reduced' prices are mainly for EU citizens. Most Americans pay full price. Free entry on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month from 1 Nov to 31 Mar, and on a few set dates.
Accessibility
Town front is flat. Caves and beaches have steps and slopes.
Money
Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted. Carry some small euro cash for buses, small boats, water and tips.
More of the Greek Isles & Eastern Med
Sources & what we could not confirm · 3 sources · checked 2026-11
- Hellenic Heritage: Saint George Castle, Cephalonia
- MSC Cruises: Destination fees and local charges (Greece table)
- Keep Talking Greece: Greece cruise passenger fees 2025
- Dock vs tender details
- Walk time from berth
- Drive times and taxi fares to Melissani and Myrtos
- Melissani cave ticket price