In Mitilini, people prefer beach recreation and walking in picturesque natural places. In the surroundings of the city, there are interesting hiking and cycling routes. Here, you can visit beautiful parks and unusual villages where the way of living has been not changed for hundreds of years. There are a lot of entertainment venues on the embankment: popular shops, restaurants, pubs, and night clubs.

In the middle of the tourist season, boat trips are very popular with tourists. They can go boating along the shores of Lesbos and admire natural beauties. At the port, you can take a boat trip and go fishing. Fans of walking tours should certainly walk in historic Ermou Street that is one of the longest in the city. It attracts not only with well-preserved architectural monuments, but also with multiple antique workshops and gift shops. Walking here can become an unforgettable adventure. Many shops resemble interesting museums that house unique old exhibits.

One of the main advantages of Mitilini is a wide variety of places for evening recreation. The most popular bars and night clubs are located on the embankment. In the Kohilia Beach Bar, you can relax in a stylish modern atmosphere. In the bar, there are spacious outdoor terraces that have a wonderful view of the coast. Here, visitors can taste unusual cocktails with ouzo and the best Greek wines. This bar will impress those who prefer relaxing in a romantic atmosphere.

The resort of Mitilini is quite small so there are not enough entertainments for active tourists. In the neighborhood of the city, there are interesting natural attractions and beaches that you can easily reach. Divers should use the services of the Lesbos Scuba Oceanic Center. It is located in the district near Mitilini. In the center, you can rent all the necessary equipment for diving and take a tour to the most interesting dive sites. The diving center will delight beginners too, as they can master the basic diving skills here. At the shores of Lesbos, there are dive sites for experienced divers, as well as beginners.

Besides beach landscapes, the view from the city embankment (Μαρίνα Μυτιλήνης) will impress even the most demanding tourists. You should visit one of the restaurants on the embankment with your children to taste delicious dishes and admire spectacular panoramic landscapes at the same time. Walking at sunrise or sunset is a real joy too. You can admire ships coming from and to the quay