What to do and see in Lesbos, Northeast Aegean Islands: The Best Museums

May 27, 2021 Kelli Reichel

Lesbos (/ˈlɛzbɒs/, US: /ˈlɛzboʊs/; Greek: Λέσβος Lesvos, pronounced [ˈlezvos]), sometimes referred to as Mytilene after its capital, is a Greek island located in the northeastern Aegean Sea. It has an area of 1,633 km (631 sq mi) with 320 kilometres (199 miles) of coastline, making it the third largest island in Greece. It is separated from Turkey by the narrow Mytilini Strait and in late Palaeolithic/Mesolithic times was joined to the Anatolian mainland before the end of the last glacial period.
Restaurants in Lesbos

1. Ouzo Museum "The World of Ouzo" by Ouzo Plomari Isidoros Arvanitis Distillery

Eparchiaki Odos Therma Kolpou Geras-Plomariou, Plomari 812 00 Greece +30 2252 031450 [email protected] http://www.ouzoplomari.gr/
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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Ouzo Museum "The World of Ouzo" by Ouzo Plomari Isidoros Arvanitis Distillery

In 1894, Isidoros Arvanitis, the persistent perfectionist from Plomari who searches tirelessly to find the ideal ingredients in order to create the perfect recipe for Ouzo, begins his big quest. After many journeys, he will finally find what he was searching for. The great recipe that offers him the flavour of exactly what he was dreaming of. The traditional way of distillation in small, handmade, copper stills, combined with the excellent ingredients offered by the land of Lesvos and the unique recipe created by Isidoros Arvanitis in 1894, which is faithfully employed to this day, give Ouzo of Plomari its distinct aroma and taste that make it stand out. Celebrating more than 120 years of history and tradition, Ouzo of Plomari Isidoros Arvanitis opens its gates and invites you to experience the “World of Ouzo”. An extraordinary guided tour, for all your senses, that takes place in the Plomari Ouzo Distillery in picturesque Plomari, Lesvos.

Reviewed By Jesperjorgen - Aalborg, Denmark

They have a museum and its really cool. First time tha i taste such a nice drink with anice. You can try it with sprite too

2. EVA - Greek Distillation Company

Pagani, Mytilene 81100 Greece +30 2251 023700 [email protected] http://eva-distillery.gr
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EVA - Greek Distillation Company

3. Ceramic Workshop Hatzigiannis Dimitris

Iroon Polytechneiou 56, Agiasos 81101 Greece +30 693 679 5230 [email protected] http://m.facebook.com/dhatzigiannispottery
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Ceramic Workshop Hatzigiannis Dimitris

My name is Hatzigiannis Dimitris. I'm a 4th generation Potter, living in a traditional village, called: "Agiasos". My workshop is located, at the entrance of Agiasos, opposite the gas station. Here, you can admire the creations of me and my father Yannis. We offer you plenty of different designs and forms(Animal/human). We also do orders,and ship worldwide. Thank you.

4. The Ottoman Baths of Mithymna

Castle Street, Molyvos 81108 Greece [email protected] http://hammam.molyvos.eu
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The Ottoman Baths of Mithymna

The museum is one of the most important preserved Ottoman buildings in Molyvos, it is owned by the Municipality and is listed as a protected monument by the Ministry of Culture. The baths were public and shared by men and women on alternate days or at different hours and were directly connected to the Ottoman daily and religious life. The baths stopped working in the 1960s.

5. Theophilos Museum

Mytilene 81100 Greece 0251/41-644
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Theophilos Museum

Reviewed By anemonee - Montreal, Canada

Like Raul Henri Duffy and Rousseau Theophilos presents the human condition in the naif art form. Pictures do not do justice to his vibrant and exuberant works. A must Visit!!!

6. Theriade Library and Museum of Modern Art

Andros Town, Mytilene 81100 Greece 0251/23-372 http://www.museumteriade.gr
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Theriade Library and Museum of Modern Art

Reviewed By anemonee - Montreal, Canada

Located in the middle of an ancient olive grove the simple building has some superb works by Picasso, Dali, Matisse, Braque etc. Also all 38 of VERVE magazines. Also all the illustrates books published by Teriade.

7. Olive-press Museum of Archipelagos Society

Papados Greece +30 2251 082007
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Olive-press Museum of Archipelagos Society

The Olive Press Museum of Archipelagos Society was one of the first steam-powered factories on Lesvos Island and in the Aegean which operated continuously until the early 1970s, when it closed down and surrendered to the decay of time. In 1999, this industrial monument of unique architectural value came into the possession of the Archipelagos Society (a non -profit organization dedicated to the protection and cultural development of the Aegean) which undertook the work of restoration that lasted from 2006 to 2009. At the same time the historical equipment of the factory was also restored and put into operation, granting the visitor an accurate picture of traditional olive-oil production. If someone is visiting Lesvos Island will soon understand that olives trees, olive oil and olive industry is the core of development of the island and that the tradition goes back centuries. No visitor of the island should miss it!!!

Reviewed By paulhU9070WB - Boca Raton, United States

This amazing museum has been fully restored to it's original condition. Walking through the museum gives you a full understanding of the entire process in making olive oil. There is a small store where you can purchase award winning oils from Lesbos as well as a small tasting area, The staff are extremely helpful and have a wealth of information about the production of olive oil. This is a must see attraction on this beautiful island.

8. The Museum of Industrial Olive-Oil Production of Lesvos

Agias Paraskevis, 81102 Greece +30 2253 032300 http://www.piop.gr/el/MuseumNetwork/MouseioBiomixanikisEleourgias/ToMouseio.aspx
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The Museum of Industrial Olive-Oil Production of Lesvos

The Museum of Industrial Olive-Oil Production of Lesvos presents the industrial phase of olive-oil production in Greece. It focuses on the changes brought about by the introduction of mechanical motion on the process of olive-oil production and approaches the contribution of the region's inhabitants to the production process with sensitivity. Its objective is to showcase our industrial heritage in the sector of olive-oil production and incorporate it into the broader architectural, social and cultural context of the period. The Museum is housed in the old communal olive press of Aghia Paraskevi on the island of Lesvos. The buildings and the mechanical equipment have been restored in an exemplary fashion. Thus, you can observe how the equipment functions and how the factory evolved from steam power to diesel engine operation. At the same time, you will acquaint yourselves with daily life at the «People's Machine».

9. Temple of Messon

Mytilene Road Greece
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Temple of Messon

Ancient Temple dedicated to Zeus. Recently opened new museum section financed bythe Greek Government & EEC grant. Open daily (except Monday). Some access for disabled visitors. Sign posted and only 2 km from the main Mytilene to Kalloni road.

10. Barbayannis Ouzo Museum

Epar.Od.Mitilinis Skopelou, Plomari 812 00 Greece http://www.barbayanni-ouzo.com/ouzo-museum-lesvos.html
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Barbayannis Ouzo Museum

Reviewed By Tzelospar - Piraeus, Greece

One of the (if not THE) best ouzo in the country, is still made by local hands. We loved the free tour, it's a "must do" if you visit Lesvos island.

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