Ithaca ( / ˈɪθəkə /; Greek: Ιθάκη, Ithakē) was, in Greek mythology, the island home of the hero Odysseus. The specific location of the island, as it was described in Homer 's Odyssey, is a matter for debate. There have been various theories about its location. Modern Ithaca has traditionally been accepted to be Homer's island.

Based on different accounts of the Greek mythology, one cannot ignore the significance of the Ithaca Island. This is because it is known as the legendary home of the main hero in Greek mythology, Odysseus. According to the myth, Odysseus lived in the city of Ithaca and was considered the rightful ruler of the Island.