🛍️ Kefalonia Shopping Map - Melissani Cave Area

🏪 SAMI MARKET SQUARE (3km from cave)

Hours: Daily 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Kefalonia Ceramics - Cave-inspired pottery (€15-50)
Honey & Spices - Local organic products (€5-20)
Robola Collective - Wine tasting & sales (€10-30)
Traditional Textiles - Handwoven items (€20-80)
Olive Products - Local olive oil & soaps (€8-25)

🏛️ KARAVOMILOS VILLAGE SHOPS (2km from cave)

Hours: Daily 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM (May-October)

Cave Treasures - Mineral jewelry (€25-100)
Leather Workshop - Handmade goods (€40-150)
Photo Gallery - Cave photography books (€20-50)
Local Crafts - Woodcarvings & pottery (€15-75)

🛍️ ARGOSTOLI SHOPPING DISTRICT (25km from cave)

Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Kefalonia Mall - Modern shopping center
Historic Center - Traditional shops & boutiques
Marina Shopping - Waterfront retail area

🛒 Recommended Products

Product	Description	Price Range
🍷 Robola Wine	Local white wine	€12-25/bottle
🍯 Thyme Honey	Premium local honey	€8-15/jar
🧴 Olive Oil	Extra virgin, locally produced	€10-20/bottle
🏺 Ceramics	Traditional & cave-themed	€15-100
📚 Photography Books	Professional cave images	€20-50
💍 Jewelry	Made with local stones	€25-200

💡 Shopping Tips

Best times: Morning (8-11 AM) for freshest products
Bargaining: Acceptable at outdoor markets, not in shops
Payment: Most accept cards, cash preferred at markets
Language: Basic English spoken, Greek appreciated

🌍 Seasonal Specialties

🌸 Spring: Fresh olive oil releases (March-May)
☀️ Summer: Extended hours, night markets (June-August)
🍂 Fall: Wine harvest festivals (September-October)
❄️ Winter: Holiday crafts & specialties (November-January)

🚗 Transportation

Bus from Melissani: €2.50 to Sami, €5.50 to Argostoli
Parking: Free at cave, €1/hour in town centers
Walking: Karavomilos shops accessible on foot (30 min)

📞 Contact Information

Sami Tourist Information: +30 26740 22031

Website: www.melissani-cave.com/shopping

Updated: January 2025