Lesbos Island Ferry Travel and Travel Guide
The island of Lesbos (Lesvos) , adjacent to the coast of Ayvalık, is an island that has hosted historical people. It is also known as
the Emerald Island because it is much more densely forested than the other islands. It has been called Lesbos Island by the Turks since the day it remained under Ottoman rule. You can travel to this island by purchasing
a Lesbos ferry ticket . Let's look at the details of this journey.
How to Get to Lesbos Island?
There are 3 routes from Turkey to Lesbos. These are Ayvalık Midilli, Küçükkuyu Midilli and Alsancak Midilli routes. The most popular route is the Ayvalık Midilli route. You can buy your ticket for this route from the
Ayvalık Midilli ferry ticket page. Ayvalık Lesbos ferry journey takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on average. Other routes take approximately 2 hours to Küçükkuyu Midilli and 3 hours to Alsancak Midilli, respectively, depending on the distance.
How to Buy Lesbos Ferry Ticket?
It is very easy to buy Lesbos ferry tickets from Bilet.com. You can buy your ticket by following the steps below:
- From : Choose which port in Turkey you will depart from (e.g. Ayvalık, Dikili, Cunda Island).
- To : Choose which port you will sail to in Lesbos (e.g. Mytilene, Molyvos).
- Departure Date : Select the travel date.
- Return Date : If you are going to buy a round-trip ticket, also select the return date.
- Number of Passengers : Choose how many people will travel.
- Vehicle : Select car ferry and car-free ferry options. (If no ferries can be found on some routes and days because there are no car ferries, try inquiring without a car.)
2024 Greek Islands Door Visa
Starting from 2024, Turkish citizens will be able to visit 10 Greek islands with a single entry for 7 days throughout the year by paying a visa fee of 60 Euros. One of these islands is Lesbos. You can review the details in our
Greek Islands Door Visa Guide article.
To go to Lesbos with a gate visa:- Maroon passport with at least 6 months validity
- Round-trip ferry ticket
- Hotel reservation
- Lack of TRNC visa stamp in the passport
- Travel insurance
- Visa application form
- 3-month bank statement (if you will be staying)
Where to Stay on Lesbos Island?
There are accommodation options for every budget in Lesbos. You can find many hotels, hostels and apartment rental options in Mitilene, the capital of the island. Those looking for a quieter holiday can stay in villages such as Molivos, Petra or Agiasos.
Recommendations for Accommodation in Lesbos:- Mitilene : Hotel Lesvos, Heliotrope Hotels, Theofilos Paradise Hotel
- Molivos : Molivos Castle Hotel, Molyvos Hotel, Petra Mare Hotel
- Petra : Sunrise Hotel, Petra Beach Hotel, Lesvos Blue Hotel
- Agiasos : Archontiko Agiasos, Eresos Hotel, Agiasos Houses
Lesbos Island Beaches
- Skala Kallonis Beach : Located in the south of the island, Skala Kallonis Beach is an ideal family beach with its kilometers-long golden sandy beach and shallow sea.
- Vatera Beach : Located in the southwest of the island, Vatera Beach is one of the longest beaches in the Aegean Sea. It is possible to rent umbrellas and sun loungers on the beach.
- Petra Beach : Located in the west of the island, Petra Beach is located in a bay surrounded by volcanic rocks. It is ideal for diving with its calm and clear sea.
- Molivos Beach : Located in the north of the island, Molivos Beach is a pebbly beach. It is possible to rent umbrellas and sun loungers at the beach.
- Eftalou Beach : Located in the north of the island, Eftalou Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Aegean Sea. It is ideal for swimming and sunbathing with its calm and clear sea.
Lesbos Island Historical Places
- Mitilene Archaeological Museum : The museum exhibits artifacts used throughout the history of the island.
- Molivos Castle : Built in the 13th century, the castle is one of the most important historical buildings on the island.
- Petra Castle : Built in the 14th century, the castle has one of the most beautiful views of the island.
- Methymna Ancient City : Founded in the 7th century BC, the ancient city is one of the most important historical cities of the island.
- Eresos Ancient City : Founded in the 6th century BC, the ancient city is known as the birthplace of Sappho.
- Agios Isidoros Church : Built in the 14th century, the church is one of the most important religious buildings on the island.
- Moni Limonos Monastery : Built in the 13th century, the monastery is one of the most important religious buildings on the island.
Villages to Visit in Lesbos Island
- Plomari : Located in the south of the island, Plomari is famous for its ouzo production. There are many Greek houses and narrow streets in Plomari.
- Agiasos : Located in the west of the island, Agiasos is famous for its traditional Greek houses and handicrafts. There are many Greek houses and narrow streets in Agiasos.
- Skala Kallonis : Located in the south of the island, Skala Kallonis is famous for its long sandy beach and calm sea. There are many Greek houses and narrow streets in Skala Kalloni.
- Petra : Located in the west of the island, Petra is located in a bay surrounded by volcanic rocks. There are many Greek houses and narrow streets in Petra.
- Molivos : Located in the north of the island, Molivos is famous for its historical castle and beautiful beaches. There are many Greek houses and narrow streets in Molivos.
Lesbos Popular Restaurants
Mytilini Stefanakos : A family business where you can taste the best examples of Lesbos cuisine.
To Ouzeri : A tavern where you can taste the best appetizers of Lesbos.
En Plo : A restaurant with one of the most beautiful sea views of Lesbos.
molivos The Stone House : A restaurant with one of the most beautiful views of Molivos.
Captain's Table : A restaurant where you can taste the best seafood of Molivos.
Eftalou : A restaurant located on one of the most beautiful beaches of Molivos.
Petra Petra Taverna : A tavern with one of the most beautiful views of Petra.
Yacht Club : A restaurant where you can taste Petra's best seafood.
The Old School : A restaurant located on one of Petra's most beautiful beaches.
