Poros: A Greek Seaside Escape
Located on one of the Ionian Islands called Kefalonia, Poros, Eleios-Pronnoi, Greece is a picturesque small town in the municipality of Eleios-Pronnoi. The nearest airport is Kefalonia International Airport (EFL), which lies 24 miles west of the town.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Poros, Eleios-Pronnoi, Greece is between months of early March to early June and mid September to mid December. Expect hot weeks in summer but mostly nice weather with a low chance of precipitation all year round. The busiest months for tourism are in June, August, and May. The least crowded month is November. People's Culture Day occurs on August 1 at the Poros Square, while the Festival of Grape Harvest and Moustalevria occurs in the Robola wine area, also in August.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When in Poros, Eleios-Pronnoi, Greece, drop by the Saint Theodoron Lighthouse, built in 1828 and featuring a circular Doric structure with 20 columns. Visit the Monastery of Panagia Atros, the oldest surviving monastery of Kefalonia. The Monastery of Agios Andreas from the Byzantine era features a museum with religious artifacts. Visit Avithos Beach for its reddish sand back dropped by gorgeous mountains and verdant vegetation, as well as interesting views of the nearby Dias islet. The 2-star Oceanis – Cephalonie overlooks the Ionian Sea and offers rooms with sea views. Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool with bar, breakfast buffet, loaner bikes, and guest laundry facilities. The 3-star Astir Rooms offers accommodations with furnished balconies, free Wi-Fi, rooms with sea views and kitchenettes, and a bar with a terrace.