Mytilene castle is a place that is well worth seeing. You have the ancient underground crypts, churches the jail, and some of the best views in Lesvos

We were there on Monday after 5 p.m. and it was closed. The main castle is under renovation and is surrounded by scaffolding. Mino, it is worth taking a walk along the alley to admire the beautiful views

While the place offers a beautiful view and is rich in history, the entrance instructions were not very clear. In addition, there were not enough signs or explanations about the artifacts. Overall, it’s definitely worth a visit, but there’s room for improvement. Tickets were free for under 18, and costs €5 for adults.

A very large and magnificent castle offers a delightful experience of watching the sea view from its forts. However, it closes early, so it is advisable to check the timings before planning a visit.

I cycled from the centre to the castle and left my bike at the entrance with the guard who happily accommodated me and offered advice on how to make the most of my visit. It was Christmas time and rather quiet but sunny, bright and warm. The view from the castle is breathtaking.

A good place to visit, much of it is in ruins and under restoration but the storage rooms underground were impressive. It was also free on the day we visited due to a holiday.

Awesome place! Amazing views, great way to spend 3'4 hours walking around and exploring, costs 2 euros

This mosque has historical value, but is very neglected. We did not get inside on Saturday, but there is nothing to see there, from the street you can see most of the facades and the courtyard. It would be incredibly cool if this mosque were restored!

Nothing special. Poorly described and poorly maintained ruin. You can’t go inside. Only viewable from the outside.

It's left alone to it's fate.. The building originally looks beautiful, but it's not restored at all. Sad..

Need to be restored and get ready for visiting purposes, not quite good in condition right now.

I wish it would be renovated

Unfortunately we could not see this place. Obviously a very important part of history; you can tell that the architecture is beautiful and sophisticated; and it is a temple of Muslim faith; I strongly believe it needs to be maintained properly and should be open to visit. It was very disappointing to see a place like this is left to ruin. Authorities need to step up and do right by this place.

It is closed. Not maintained well..shame.

Great beach very close to Mythelini. 2 Euro entry per person and nice / clean facility. We loved it

Entrance is €2. The sea is beautiful, but make sure to wear water shoes — there are lots of sea urchins, and we unfortunately stepped on one too. If that happens, go straight to the lifeguard, they help immediately. The restaurant staff are friendly and attentive. It’s €5 by taxi from the center. Once you get the number, you can call them via WhatsApp — they arrive quickly. Walking in the heat can be tough, so a taxi might be a better choice

Nice experience with a great beach entrance fee of €2.00. But has all the facilities

A very clean, calm and peaceful beach right in the center of Mytilene, easily accessible on foot. There is a 2 euro entrance fee. Inside, you have sunbeds and umbrellas. You can order food and drinks from the restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised by how clean the toilets were, really impressive. Since the beach is rocky, it's better to use the pier to get into the water or wear water shoes to protect your feet. There are also areas for playing volleyball and other games. The only negative point is the presence of some seaweed in certain parts. If I come back to Mytilene, I would definitely visit again.

Loved this place! 2 euros entry, includes deck chairs, umbrellas, change rooms, toilets, kids play activities, and there is a cafe, includes alcohol. Service was excellent. The water is lovely, not too many rocks if you go off one of the jetties. Not too crowded either. I think it's a hidden gem in this town!

If you don’t have a car this beach is the best place to go. Entrance fee is 2 Euros, you can eat, drink and enjoy yourself whole day

Nice beach. Has an entrance fee but this gives you an organised beach with changing facilities, bathrooms, sun loungers, bar and restaurant. Recommended!

Excellent sightseeing visitor experience for all tourists. Helpful staff provide guidance and answer queries. There are plenty of different exhibition areas depending on tourist's interests. Photography is allowed without flash option, but videos are allowed. Entrance fee 10€ for all except for certain categories.

Nice small museum. Will increase knowledge of lesvos and greek culture.well worth a visit. Thanks

really beautiful collection!! so fascinating to see the recreations of the buildings and architecture they had collected mosaics from, and you can even walk on them (on protected glass) to full explore the size and magnitude of the art!! really cool place to visit

An excellent museum with some unique exhibits like the mosaics from a Roman villa of Hellenistic times. And if you can get Ismene to be your guide, you will enjoy it even more!

The museum will be interesting for people who like history and archeology. The museum has many artifacts that were excavated on the island, it is interesting to walk and read, comparing it with history. The entrance cost 4 euros, the employees are polite, but it was a little uncomfortable when they followed you and talked to each other. It would be much more valuable if the museum had tours or stories about the history. If you have no alternative to occupy yourself in the city, you can visit this museum.

Fantastic mosaiacs and some interesting objects. Random non sequential jumbling of item numbers and text contributed to it being a bit inaccessible. As with so many museums, would benefit from a rewrite of the narratives for brevity and clarity together with placing the objects in the broader historical and geopolitical forces that shaped this beautiful island over the millenia.

The location of the museum is so close to Ferries. We walked all the way there but be careful on sunny days. It may be hot, wear your hat. The museum is so close to a park and a beach. If you have swimsuits with you, you may swim. When you get in there, there is a small reception on the left. If you don’t want to carry your backpack with you, there are locked wardrobes. It looks like museum is a calm place and few people visits there but valuable. There is always a lady directs you during the trip. Rooms are little bit complicated but someone helps, no worries. I had almost 100 photos, the system doesn’t let me upload all. I may try it later. Anyway, the museum is cool, I enjoyed it. I hope you can also like it. Enjoy your trip!

The aqueduct is a remarkable feat of engineering and architecture. However, the access roads are in need of significant improvement. One can reach the site via the narrow roads of Moria village, or by taking the rocky road that branches off from the main highway. The latter option is not recommended.

Visiting the Roman Aqueduct near Moria was definitely a highlight of my trip to Lesbos. Despite the clear signage in the village, the route there is a bit of an adventure with narrow roads and the occasional tight turn that can make you wonder if you’re heading the right way. But once you get there, you can drive right up to the aqueduct and park, which is a relief in the heat. The aqueduct itself is really impressive. I found online that it was built somewhere around the late 2nd or early 3rd century AD and it used to bring water from Mount Olympus all the way to Mytilini. Roughly around 26 kilometers, supplying a huge amount of water every day. I found out that it’s about 24.5 meters high and 170 meters long, with 17 arches and 16 marble pillars still standing tall. A lot of it has been restored but on the top you can find the original arches. It’s a bit of a shame that there isn’t more information at the site. You’d expect at least a sign explaining when it was built or how it worked, but there’s nothing like that. Still, it’s a fantastic place to visit, especially if you’re into history or want to see something unique that’s a bit off the beaten path. Bring some water, wear good shoes, and take a minute to appreciate this incredible piece of history.

I had seen photos online but it was worth the visit in real life. The structure was massive and a fantastic photo opportunity. There was sufficient signage for us to find it, as some previous reviews stated, some roads are narrow and steep. There is no entry fee or tickets, the site is open. We also fed some cats near some bins on the way.

Outstanding. Such a special structure. It's even better if you come here for a concert during the Molyvos International Music Festival. The place is lit up and is alluring in the music in all of its glory.

An excellent example of roman engineering. There is a simple board in Greek and English with history. Driving through Moria is fun in a small car. Adequately signposted but if you miss one ask a local - do not depend on Google once in the village. The road out the other way is very passable with long stretches of concrete but some sections of unmade road - ok in daylight.

Difficult drive to get there but really great to see, so it was worth it!

Stunning ancient aqueduct. There is no obvious parking but well worth visiting.

Some of the best Italian I've ever had! Very underrated place, top quality food and great service. It's a go-to spot every time!

This was the most delicious food we had in the island. Maybe even one of my favourite food of all life now! The mushroom ravioli is still in my dreams. If i ever lived there, i would visit there every week for sure. So good food , so good service. We had pizza, fresh pasta, tiramisu and a good bottle of wine. Also water. And only paid 45 €, which is ridiculously cheap for us.

It was the best meal we had during our time in Mytilini. So many options and so delicious. Also thank you to Yorgos for his friendly food recommendations. We will be back☺️

Little Gem in Mytiline. Amazing italian authentic food made with care & lovely staff. Must visit!

Great Italian food from an Italian chef..Pizza, salad and tiramisu..They were all delicious🤗

The best pizza I've ever eaten, the sweetest place and the best tiramisu. Thanks to you, we will remember Midilli fondly on our last night.

Excellent italian food: my pasta dish was fresh and tasty. I asked to have it a little spicy and the chef spiced it to perfection. Great wine as well and the service is terrific.

A place with good food, nice staff and cool interior!

I spent a month alone on Mytilene and this was one of my favourite places to hang out with a book. The owner and staff are very hospitable and welcome. The music was good and the food honest, fresh and delicious. Definitely recommend stopping by here. ❤️🙏

Low key cafe with great atmosphere and delicious breakfast.

Great place to have breakfast 👌

Beautiful and cozy place, hidden in between Mitilini streets. The food is very different from any other cafe or restaurant in Mitilini. Only the prices are a bit high for the amount of food served, specially for Mitilini. 😊 But definitely worth it for once a while lunch expense. Loved their sandwiches! 👍😁

very popular place, a real gem in Mytilene! everything in the menu is great! kind owners and staff.. the owner cuts a bit of a Jack Kerouac figure :-)

It is a nice spot to take a break.

The highlight of our weekend in Lesvos was definitely Kafeneion O Ermis! The interior design is quite impressive, but we chose to sit in the open-air section for dinner. It’s a very popular restaurant operating with a reservation system — even though all tables were full, new guests kept arriving. Luckily, we didn’t have any trouble getting a table. As always, the table was set with the classic olive-patterned kraft paper and a pitcher of ice-cold water. We enjoyed octopus cooked in wine, Greek salad, and stuffed zucchini flowers with a glass of white wine (Retsina)— everything was delicious. Due to the crowd, they couldn’t take our dessert order, but that gives us a reason to return :) And of course, the island’s iconic cats were there too!

I visited a historic taverna in Mytilini and had mixed feelings. I rated it 3/5 because it’s not what it used to be. Many dishes on the menu were unavailable, and we were only informed after sitting down—not just seasonal items, but many others too. The grilled cuttlefish was overcooked and tough to chew. However, the fried dishes and anchovies were very tasty. The service was good timing-wise, and the waitresses were kind, but the fact they kept saying ‘we don’t have this or that’ kind of frustrated me. Some alternative recommendations or suggestions off the menu coming from the waitress might have been nice. The atmosphere, rich with history, is the highlight if you’re looking to experience an old traditional “kafenio” style taverna.

Excellent food in a very traditional place at the heart of Mytilini. Service was a bit slow to order but then the food came very fast. Everything was very tasty & felt home-made. Definitely recommended

The atmosphere is very cozy, an old rum tavern. The staff were friendly and meticulous about customer satisfaction. the food was delicious. We ordered saganaki, zucchini balls, fava, aubergine salad, octopus cooked in wine, grilled calamari and chicken tigania with ouzo. I didn't like the calamari very much, the octopus was cooked very well, the consistency was very good but the taste was not very original. Fava was not very suitable for my taste.

I visited Lesvos 4 times in the last 12 years, and had been in O’Ermis 10 years ago. It was really good years ago and still really good. It is a family run restaurant. The fish is always fresh, the seafood is well cooked and served directly from the grill. The octopus in wine sauce is one the best in town. It is one of the best afternoon lunch restaurants in Mitylene.

This is a traditional Tapas style restaurant at the heart of Mytilene. Story goes that it has been around in one form or another since the 1800s. An attractive decor with old memorabilia and a beautiful space inside is what to expect in terms of ambience. It captures the essence of the times gone. Food Quality is great, portions are decent and prices are very reasonable. It also has quite an impressive Ouzo list if you’re into that. Service was fast, friendly and efficient. what more to ask? Must try

Fish (sardines and red mullet) was not prepared properly before frying. You could see and taste that easily :( Calamari was chewy. I wouldn’t recommend seafood but appetizers are okay. Portions are smaller compared to most of the restaurants in the island. Unfortunately it is not worth for the price :(

First time in Lesbos, I didn’t regret because of my restaurant choice. Everything is perfect but falafel is my favorite. You should go and taste all of them.

One of the best dining experiences in a very atmospheric street of Mytiline (Komninaki street). Great concept, run by refugees and locals, serves delicious and extremely healthy dishes inspired by the refugees cuisine. We had the green salad, roasted mushrooms wrap, the spinach and feta lasagna, and the Kabuli chicken pulao. And their pita bread of course! If you want a drink you can order from the bar across the street (Sponda), water is served at the premises. The final touch came when we asked for the bill: “it is whatever you want, whatever you think this food worths!!!” Unbelievable… thank you for all the experience!!!

Where do I even start? I fell in love with this place and its people. The food is delicious, rich in flavors and they have such special recipes. The hospitality and kindness of the staff and the warmth that the atmosphere of the restaurant brings are like no other. I will always cherish the days I went there and I am incredibly grateful to have met and known the people working there. Thank you for everything. I will miss them until I come back again.

Fantastic flavours, the food is a bit different from the usual Greek food with an eastern touch. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly welcoming staff. Definitely worth a visit.

A wonderful restaurant serving delicious dishes with a twist. Me and my concubine needed a break from Greek salad, so we took refuge in the lovely menu at Nan. We have to say, we were blown away by the colourful journey of nibbles and Nom noms. I cannot recommend this place enough!!!!

Definitely the best restaurant of all Mytillini. Between hearty wraps, fresh salad, flavorful dips and delicious dishes of the day, everyone will find their perfect match. Vegetarian and vegan options are clearly indicated and the menu is available in both Greek and English. Plus the staff is really friendly. Would highly recommend the muhammara and their naan bread

Tasty food with fair prices. Kind employees. Warm and relaxing ambiance. Chicken wrap and falafel wrap were very good. Mutabal was also delicious. Specifically advise homemade lemonade and ice tea.