Nestor's Cave

The Odyssey · Filming location

Nestor's Cave

In the story · The cave of the Cyclops Polyphemus

A real filming location: the crew shot inside the real cave, not on a stage. It is the cave of Polyphemus, the one-eyed giant who traps Odysseus and his men; Greek reports say a mechanical figure about 6 metres tall was built inside. Local tradition links the cave to Nestor, the old king of Pylos in Homer's poem.

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Where to stand for the photo

From the north end of Voidokilia Beach, look up at the hillside below the ruined castle on top: the dark opening of the cave is on the slope.

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Getting there

  • Address: Paleokastro hill, above Voidokilia Beach, Pylos
Transport
On foot from Voidokilia Beach, by the path up the hill.
Access
Seen only from the coast: according to movie-locations.com the cave is not open to visitors. Look for its entrance from Voidokilia Beach; there is no road to it. Stay on the paths and check before you go.
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Sources found on October 17, 2026.

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  • The real filming location
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Every place checked against public sources

Production · film commissions · tourist boards · guides

We always say if it is:

  • The real filming location
  • A place standing in for it
  • Inspired by the story
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