Greek islands near Puglia
Puglia’s position on Italy’s southeastern coast places it closer to Greece than almost any other part of the country. As a result, some Greek islands can be reached relatively easily by a combination of ferry, flight or onward travel through western Greece. For travellers looking to extend a trip across the Adriatic, the islands nearest to Italy often provide the most convenient introduction to the Greek island experience while still offering the scenery, culture and coastal charm the region is known for.
| Island — Description |
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| Othonoi — Greece’s westernmost inhabited island and generally the closest island from the master list to Puglia. |
| Erikoussa — Small Diapontian island north of Corfu and among the nearest Greek islands to southeastern Italy. |
| Mathraki — Western Ionian island located close to the Adriatic approach from Puglia. |
| Corfu — The closest major Greek island to Puglia and one of the nearest substantial islands overall. |
| Paxos — South of Corfu and among the nearest inhabited islands to southern Italy. |
| Antipaxos — Small island immediately south of Paxos and part of the same nearby cluster. |
| Lefkada — One of the nearest larger Ionian islands beyond Corfu and Paxos. |
| Meganisi — Small island east of Lefkada within the central Ionian group. |
| Kalamos — Island south of Lefkada and relatively close to Puglia compared with most Greek islands. |
| Kastos — Small Ionian island near Kalamos and among the westernmost islands in the master list. |
| Ithaca — Located east of Kefalonia and part of the central Ionian chain. |
| Kefalonia — Large Ionian island and one of the nearest major Greek islands beyond Corfu. |
| Zakynthos — Southern Ionian island that remains closer to Puglia than most Aegean islands. |
E tu, Puglia?
Greek islands near Puglia are generally best suited to travellers who want to combine the Greek islands with southern Italy while keeping travel distances across the Adriatic and Ionian Seas relatively manageable. They tend to appeal to road-trippers, sailors, island hoppers, couples, and visitors interested in exploring the historic and cultural connections between Greece and Italy. People searching for Greek islands near Puglia are often looking for destinations that offer beautiful beaches, traditional villages, waterfront towns, local cuisine, and a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere while remaining among the closest Greek islands to Italy’s southeastern coast. These islands can be particularly attractive to travellers arriving by ferry, yacht, or multi-country itineraries who want to experience both Greek and Italian coastal lifestyles during the same trip. They are generally less suited to visitors whose primary focus is the Cyclades or the eastern Aegean. For many travellers, the appeal lies in discovering Greek islands that combine accessibility from Italy with scenic coastlines, authentic local culture, and the laid-back island lifestyle that makes the Greek islands such a rewarding Mediterranean destination.
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Last Updated on June 8, 2026 by admin