There's a whole lot to love about Lesbos
Situated in the Northern Aegean Sea just off the Turkish coast, Lesbos is known for its natural beauty, as well as its ouzo, the anise-flavored liquor synonymous with Greek life. This lush, green island is different than some of Greece's rockier spots, and much of it has remained untouched by tourism. It's possible to find a Lesbos vacation rental that makes you feel like you're truly set away from it all, all while being an easy drive from one of the picturesque port towns, full of traditional tavernas and local markets.
Sightseeing in and around Lesvos
Do you want to find attractions to see during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Lesvos a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Eftalou Hot Springs (26.2 mi / 42.2 km)
- Lisvori Hot Springs (19.1 mi / 30.7 km)
Prep your tastebuds for an endless flow of ouzo
Lesbos, also called Lesvos, offers much to do, both in and out of its charming port towns. Its capital, Mytilini Town, is lively and colorful, filled with ouzeries that can't be missed—Lesbos produces half the ouzo sold worldwide! Visit the northwest town of Molyvos, where old stone houses line winding lanes, promising sea views. Spend your days birdwatching, or hiking and cycling between villages. Better yet, kick back in the therapeutic hot springs, and cap off every perfect day in a charming Lesbos vacation rental. Complete, of course, with a locally made bottle of famous ouzo.
"Perfectly pleasant" should be the island's unofficial motto
The weather in Lesbos is most appealing from April through November, with the summer months serving as the island's peak travel season. July and August are the hottest and driest months, which means the best conditions for swimming, but they also line up with the busiest time of year to visit. It's best to avoid winter in Lesbos, when the weather turns cold and rainy, particularly in January and February. Spring and fall are perfect seasons to book your Lesbos vacation rental, thanks to warm, pleasant days and smaller crowds.
Bring your bathing suit and your binoculars, baby
Lesbos is Greece's third-largest island, and its terrain is rugged and diverse. The island is home to over 11 million olive trees, and features thickly forested mountains that you won't find on all of Greece's islands. But there are desert-like plains, too, as well as sandy beaches along the coasts and salt marshes found in the middle of the island. The island is home to almost 300 bird species, but it's possible that the island's natural hot springs are the best highlight of all. On Lesbos, you'll find some of the naturally warmest mineral waters in all of Europe.
How to get to and around Lesvos
The nearest airport is in Mytilene (MJT-Mytilene Intl.), located 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from the city center.