Zakynthos Villages

Zante is home to both famous tourist resorts and quaint settlements. Even though the earthquake of 1953 affected the island's buildings, some villages have maintained their traditional style.

In brief, Zakynthos Town is the busiest area throughout the year. During summer, seaside resorts, like Argassi, are the liveliest.
Visitors can admire the more authentic side of the island by visiting traditional villages like Maherado and Exo Hora.

Below, you will find a list of 15 Zakynthos villages sorted by popularity.
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Location: On the eastern side of the island
Description: Zakynthos Town is the capital and main port of the island. Its architecture stands out for the elegant Venetian and Neoclassical styles. This is a lovely town for an evening stroll along the narrow paths and the waterfront.

Location: 17 km southwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Keri is a lovely village that has managed to escape the tourism growth of the island. The nearest beach is Limni Keriou.

Location: 7.5 km southwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Maherado is one of the traditional villagers of Zakynthos. Located inland, it has not been affected by tourism.

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Location: 4 km southeast of Zakynthos Town
Description: Argassi is a popular tourist resort with many hotels and a beach in front. It gets very busy because of its proximity to Zakynthos Town.

Location: 31.5 km northwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Volimes is an agricultural village on the northern side of the island. Located at an altitude of around 400 meters, Volimes gives a nice view of the surrounding nature.

Location: 26 km west of Zakynthos Town
Description: Maries is a picturesque village with a nice view of the Ionian Sea. It is untouched by tourism and visitors will encounter the rural way of life on Zakynthos.

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Location: 24 km west of Zakynthos Town
Description: A small traditional village on the western side of the island, Agios Leon took its name from a 14th-century church.

Location: 36 km northwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Exo Chora is a small, mountainous village with traditional architecture. It is one of the few villages that survived the earthquake of 1953.

Location: 30 km northwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Kambi is a lovely, small village built on the slopes of a green hill. Its location guarantees views of the beautiful Schiza Bay.

Location: 16 km northwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: This is a traditional village surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. Its location offers views of the wonderful Alykes Gulf.

Location: 11 km northwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Tragaki is a small village in a lush green area full of olive groves and vineyards. Many beautiful beaches are located in proximity to the village.

Location: 16 km southwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Kiliomenos is a rural mountain village that can be easily reached by car from Zakynthos Town. The surrounding region is rich in vegetation, making it an ideal spot for walking.

Location: 22 km southwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Agalas is a mountain village on the west coast of the island, surrounded by lush vegetation. This is a starting point for many brilliant hikes, such as the walk to the Cave of Damianos.

Location: 23 km northwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Anafonitria is a small village just above Shipwreck Beach. Nearby is a historical monastery, established in the 15th century.

Location: 20 km northwest of Zakynthos Town
Description: Located at an altitude of 550 meters, Gyri is one of the oldest villages on the island as it was established in the 15th century. The surrounding region is great for walks in nature.