Lefkada Nidri

Information about Nidri

Nidri Lefkada: Nidri is the most popular tourist resort in Lefkada located at a distance of 17 km south of the main town. Today the village has a population of 800 inhabitants most of whom are engaged in tourism and fishing.

The lovely settlement that lies around the natural bay has the best tourist infrastructure including a plethora of modern amenities like taverns, restaurants and various accommodations to choose from. Surrounded by a vast green area with trees and lush vegetation, Nidri is a great choice for fun-filled holidays, especially for the families. The main street behind the bay runs full of cafes, bars and tourist shops.

Beautiful sandy beaches stretch along the coast making Nidri an irresistable destination. One can enjoy amazing views across the islets of Heloni, Sparti, Madouri and Scorpios, the famous island of Aristotelis Onasis.

Nidri has one of the busiest ports in Lefkada with ferry connections to the neighbour islands of Meganisi, Ithaca and Kefalonia. It is also filled with fishing boats, private yachts and sailboats. Every summer, a series of cultural events and religious celebrations take place in Nidri and it is most definite that visitors will enjoy a pleasant stay.

Nidri is full of sightseeings such as the remains of the prehistoric settlement, the famous waterfalls and Dimosari Gorge. At the centre of the town is a small folklore museum.

How to get there

Lefkada is connected to the mainland with a bridge, so it is easily accessible by car. There are many different ways to get to Nidri, from any location on the island.
Lefkada Town to Nidri: 17 km / 10.5 miles

Private transfers: We recommend using an online pre-booked Lefkada transfer service, which provides transfer by taxi, minibus or private VIP car and arranging a pickup directly from Aktion/Preveza airport or your hotel. Alternatively, there’s the option of arranging a pickup by a local driver directly at the following numbers: 0030 694 4348 010, 0030 26450 26555 9292 or book your taxi online.

Car rental: Τhere’s the option of renting a car in Lefkada with as little as 14 euros per day and pick it up directly from the Aktion/Preveza airport or your hotel. Using a car rental allows visitors to discover Nidri and many other places of interest in Lefkada at their own pace.

By Public transfers: The central bus station of the island is located at Lefkada Town. There are several buses from Lefkada Town to Nidri during the day. Consider that time schedules might change according to the season. Check the official timetables here.
Tip: Since buses don’t always stop in every scheduled stop of their itinerary, our advice to visitors is to inform the driver about their final destination, so that he makes a stop there.