TRAVEL GUIDE TO ZAKYNTHOS

Housing the world-famous Navagio (Shipwreck) beach and the endangered sea turtle species Caretta Caretta, Zakynthos (or Zante) is among the most popular and most beautiful islands in Greece. The exotic island boasts spectacular nature, beaches, and villages and it is located in the Ionian Sea

To help you get ready for your trip, we provide a travel guide with all the essential information. Keep reading to find out all about the island's hotels, sights, restaurants, beaches, and things to do, and discover a wide selection of breathtaking photos!

You can get to Zakynthos island by plane from Athens and many European airports, but also by ferry from Killini port in the Peloponnese.

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Zakynthos is one of the most exotic Greek islands. Sitting in the heart of the mesmerizing Ionian sea, it boasts a wonderful natural landscape and magical beaches.
Exploring the island, you’ll discover picturesque hilltop villages, traditional monasteries and dreamy natural landscapes.
What’s more, the beaches are home to the endangered sea turtle species Caretta-Caretta, which lay their eggs in the fine white sand every year.

The trademark of Zante, as the island is known in Italian, is the scenic Navagio (Shipwreck) beach. Many pictures and postcards have tried to capture its beauty, but the reality is far better! Only accessible by boat, Navagio beach has magical turquoise waters, white sand and is backed by dramatic towering cliffs.
While the view from above is simply breathtaking, you should also experience a dip in its enticingly clear water.

Apart from Shipwreck beach, though, there are many wonderful beaches you should visit, such as Laganas, Gerakas, Vasilikos and Spiantza. Some of these beaches are where the endangered Caretta-caretta sea turtles lay their eggs every spring and summer. You might be lucky enough to see them getting out of the sea to hide their eggs under the sand, but you should by no means disturb them!

After exploring the emerald bays of the island, take a break from the beach life to visit Zakynthos Town, the capital of the island.
Strongly influenced by the Venetians, who had also named the island "Fiore di Levante" (flower of the east), the main Town has many hidden gems to explore! Saint Mark Square, the Venetian Castle, Solomos Square and the Post-Byzantine Museum are some of the best places to visit.

As for things to do, you’ll never run out of options! Partying, scuba diving, tours, and water sports will keep you entertained during your holidays!

Get ready for an exotic holiday experience! Floating on the turquoise waters of the Ionian sea, south to Kefalonia, Zakynthos is the closest to paradise on earth!

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HOTELS & ACCOMMODATIONS

Seafront hotels, luxury suites, resorts with swimming pools and modern villas are among the accommodation facilities of Zakynthos. You will find accommodation facilities for all budgets that are usually located near the beach or on the mountains.
The top areas to look for a place to stay in Zakynthos are the Town, Laganas and Tsilivi.

HOW TO GET TO ZANTE & MOVE AROUND

Zakynthos island has an International airport with flights from many European cities. Another way to reach Zakynthos is by ferry from the port of Killini, in the Peloponnese.
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HIGHLIGHTS: BEST OF ZANTE

Discover the highlights of Zakynthos! From sightseeing to activities and from tours to restaurants, we give you the best recommendations for the ultimate holiday experience! You can also view the best things to do.

  • Navagio beach
    Day boat trips depart from various ports of Zakynthos to the secluded beach of Navagio (the Shipwreck) with the exotic waters and the Blue Caves.
  • Blue caves
    The blue caves are only accessible by the sea. However, this fact has not stopped them from being one of the main attractions of this Greek island, especially at certain times of the day.
  • Tours & Activities
    Discover some tours organized around the island, to the Blue Caves and Shipwreck.
  • Marathonisi
    Marathonisi is a pristine island in the bay of Laganas, right opposite Limni Keriou beach. Excursion boats go daily to Marathonisi.
  • Gerakas beach
    Located on the southern side of Zante island, Gerakas is a large beach with sandy shore. Due to its soft sand and the clean waters, this is a frequent breeding spot for sea turtles.
  • Banana beach
    The long and sandy beach of Banana is a wonderful place to spend a day at the sun. Part of this beach is organized, while another part is secluded.
  • Agios Sostis beach
    Agios Sostis is a rocky islet accessible through a wooden bridge from Laganas. On the back side of this islet, there is a small crystal beach with sandy shore.
  • Venetian Castle
    On the picturesque hill of Bohali above Zakynthos Town is a Venetian Castle. The location of this castle gives great view to the town and the Ionian Sea.
  • Party
    Zakynthos is a fun island in the Ionian sea, with plenty of night entertainment options and exciting Zakynthos clubs that attract thousands of international tourists, mostly students, and youth.