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About Mytilini

Mytilini, dating back to the 11th century, is the capital of Lesbos, Greece's most popular island, and the capital of the northern Aegean region, and one of the 13 municipalities. One of the main sources of livelihoods in Mytilini, where ferry services are frequently arranged to Lemnos and Chios islands, is undoubtedly tourism. It is also famous for being the place where the Uzo, the national drink of the Greeks, is produced the most. Mytilini's attractions include Ancient Mytilini Theater, Mytilini Castle, Mytilini Archaeological Museum, Catholic Theotokos Church, Bazaar Bath, Statue of Liberty and New Mosque.

It is possible to taste the rich diversity of the Aegean cuisine in Mytilini. You can taste seafood specialties, exquisite olive oil herbs as well as various examples from world cuisines. You can choose the ferryboats from Balikesir, Ayvalık which is the closest point to go to Mytilini. You can also easily reach Odysseas Elytis Airport, 8 kilometers from Mytilini city center.

Transportation to Mytilini City Center from Airport

Mytilene Intl. Airport

Odysseas Elytis Airport is just 8 km from Mytilini city center so transportation from the airport is quite easy. There are bus services, taxis, transfer services, as well as car rental companies.

Bus

When you get out of the airport terminal, you can find out the bus stop for Mytilini city center bus by asking the bus ticket office, where you should get your ticket. You can reach the city center in 10 to 15 minutes with the bus. 

Taxi

Taxis are easiest and most reliable way to get from Odysseas Elytis Airport to Mytilini city center. It’s very practical to reach Mytilini city center without waiting for a bus in 10 minutes by using a taxi privately or by sharing with others. If you bargain with the taxi drivers then you might end up paying quite a reasonable price.

Rental 

As of 2016, there are currently two different car rental companies in Odysseas Elytis Airport. You can reach Mytilini city center in around 10 or 15 minutes with a rental car. If you want to, you can keep using the car during your holiday, if not, then you can return the car once you’ve reached the center.  

Weather in Mytilini

DayMin - Max
FridayMin 13ºC - Max 20ºC
SaturdayMin 9ºC - Max 19ºC
SundayMin 7ºC - Max 10ºC
MondayMin 8ºC - Max 11ºC
TuesdayMin 8ºC - Max 10ºC

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