Landmark· Ithaca· Greece — Ionian, Saronic & Argolic
Cave of the Nymphs (Marmarospilia)
38° 21.7′ N · 20° 42.4′ E · approximate
A cave about 180 m above sea level west of Vathi, identified with the cave where the Phaeacians left the sleeping Odysseus. A narrow entrance opens into a big chamber lit faintly from a hole in the roof.
Practical
Coordinate approx: estimated above Dexa bay, west of Vathi. Reached by a rough signposted road. Opening status/hours not confirmed in sources — check in Vathi. Bring a powerful torch for the exit passage.
Best for
Odyssey pilgrimage from Vathi
Nearby
- Dexa Beach Snorkel (Ithaca)0.5 NM away
- Easywash Laundry & Showers (Vathi, Ithaca)0.5 NM away
- Perachori Wine Festival (Ithaca)0.5 NM away
- Vathi Harbour (Ithaca)0.5 NM away
- Lazaretto Islet (Vathi)0.6 NM away
- Trechantiri Taverna (Vathi)0.6 NM away
- Vathi Port Police & Fuel (Ithaca)0.6 NM away
- Ithaca Archaeological & Folklore Museums (Vathi)0.7 NM away