Trust me once I say that Greece is a particular place! Not solely does it have some extremely historic cities like Athens, however it additionally has a load of epic locations dotted all throughout the nation. That being mentioned, for me, it’s the beautiful Greek islands which might be completely stunning and may’t be missed on any journey to Greece. This is particularly true relating to all the most effective issues to do in Zakynthos – an Ionian Greek Island that’s simply beautiful to go to.
We’ve spent fairly a little bit of time in Zakynthos and it actually lives as much as the hype; particularly its stunning shoreline! In reality, I’d go so far as saying it’s one among my favorite coastlines in all of Greece.
So, that will help you alongside your merry approach to discover Zakynthos, I needed to share a few of our favorite spots that you simply actually shouldn’t miss; particularly if you happen to’re planning to drive or boat across the island.
Take a glance, under, at the most effective issues to do in Zakynthos. Enjoy your Greek journey!
1.) Explore the Navagio Beach (Shipwreck Cove)
Yup, it virtually appears unreal! Navagio Beach is one spot in Zakynthos that’s identified all throughout the Mediterranean. It’s extremely stunning, dramatic and downright blissful.
Now, to get right here, you’ll must both be a part of an unimaginable boat tour round Zakynthos (or rent your individual). That being mentioned, you’ll be able to ebook this beautiful, small group boat tour across the coast and the skippers are so well-informed to take you to the most effective spots.
Prices fluctuate considerably and might be something from round €30 euro for a small group boat and a tour, to round €750 for a ship that we rented with a skipper to drive us round for the entire day.
Most excursions counsel heading to Navagio Beach within the morning, however if you happen to actually wish to see a lot fewer crowds then head right here an hour or two earlier than sundown.
It’s considerably quieter however you may not get the identical stunning blues that you simply see when the solar is excessive within the sky. It’s all a matter of choice and what’s essential to you most.
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2.) Navagio Beach View
If a ship journey doesn’t sound like your factor, head to the very prime of the cliff and cease for a stunning sundown view throughout the Ionian Sea. It’s actually unimaginable and, after seeing Navagio Beach from above (at Navagio Beach View) and under, that is my very favorite spot.
Best of all, it’s fairly simple to drive to this viewpoint and there’s a bit of little bit of parking, too. Head right here round 1-2 hours earlier than sundown and take within the beautiful views and orange hues that bathe Zakynthos at sundown.
One phrase of warning, there’s a a lot risker (and closed) viewpoint that’s a brief stroll from the primary seaside view. We noticed a lot of individuals nonetheless strolling this route however it may be extraordinarily harmful and has, sadly, claimed lives prior to now. Always be smart, don’t go too close to the sides and watch out.
Trust me, the cliffs are ginormous.
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3.) Cave Damianos
Nestled on the cliffs of the west coast, reserving a desk at Cave Damianos is likely one of the greatest issues to do in Zakynthos for sundown views and a yummy dinner.
Book a desk round sundown and watch essentially the most wonderful sundown; all while consuming by means of the native catch of the day that’s too good to overlook.
4.) Keri Caves (and a wider boat tour)
There are so many unimaginable locations to go to on the island that you simply’ll be spoilt for alternative. In reality, it may be onerous to slender down only a few of the most effective issues to do in Zakynthos on one journey.
So, like I mentioned when visiting spots like Navagio Beach, it’s greatest to get your self a ship. This method, you’ll be able to spend an entire day (or longer) stopping off on the inaccessible coves and seashores that may solely be reached by sea.
One such spot is the Keri Caves which is full of unimaginable and completely spectacular caves that span the western shoreline.
Whilst on a ship tour, you’ll get to go between the arches, discover the little bays and take a snorkel within the crystal-clear waters.
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5.) Nobelos
Nobelos is a family-run seaside Lodge, bio restaurant and personal cove is a good little spot to spend a lazy afternoon (or check-in and keep the night time).
We’ve spent just a few afternoons right here and the meals is unimaginable. Now, you do must spend over €100 euros to make use of their cove/loungers however that is simply carried out if two of you go for lunch and get just a few drinks.
We’d undoubtedly advocate it and it’s so good and peaceable.
6.) Anafonitria Monastery
Just a bit of inland from Navagio Beach, visiting the Anafonitria Monastery is likely one of the greatest issues to do in Zakynthos if you wish to discover extra of the island’s non secular historical past.
Founded within the fifteenth century, the monastery is devoted to the Holy Virgin Mary and is fairly spectacular to see. Inside the constructing, the partitions are embellished with frescos.
It’ll solely take round 30-minutes to totally discover the monastery, which, makes it simple as a cease en route throughout the western shoreline.
If you’re searching for a stunning place to remain, test into Olea All Suites. We spent just a few weeks right here and cherished it right here. The swim-up swimming pools are unimaginable.
If you do select to remain, head all the way down to Avra Taverna Restaurant or their second restaurant Avli (that’s nearer to the shore). The Greek dishes are unimaginable; particularly the baked feta and the homeowners (two twin brothers are so welcoming). You will find it irresistible.
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7.) Dominicale
For among the greatest seafood on Zakynthos, head to Dominicale Sea Food that’s so good. Around a 7-minute drive from Zakynthos Town, Dominicale Sea Food has a spread of freshly-caught seafood that’s simply so tasty.
Yes, it’s fairly a bit dearer than among the different eating places on the town however it’s effectively price it; particularly for a deal with.
We cherished the entire lobster and pasta. So good!
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8.) Cameo Island
Just off Laganas, Cameo Island is a tiny little island that’s connected to the Laganas space of Zakynthos by way of a small footbridge.
Over the years, the seaside bar has been a bit of gem of a spot to go to for a fast drink or relax on their intimate little shoreline.
Yes, you’ll have to pay a small price to enter, although it’s a small price that’s price it if you happen to’re spending a while on the island.
That being mentioned, if you happen to solely plan to spend a couple of minutes on Cameo Island you may wanna give it a miss.
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9.) Marathonisi Island (Turtle Island)
One of the spots we included with our boat journey, exploring Turtle Island is likely one of the greatest issues to do in Zakynthos if you wish to see the dear nesting websites across the Ionian Sea.
Once right here, spend a while on the seaside, take a while to sit back and look out for the hatching websites which might be protected across the island.
They’re usually protected by picket guards that you simply’ll spot with ease.
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10.) West Coat Boat Tour
For us, it’s the shoreline that makes the island so particular and is definitely the most effective issues to do in Zakynthos.
We booked with Big Blue Boat Rentals and cherished it. We included; Porto Vromi, Kampi-Schiza, Porto Limnionas, Porto Roxa, Korakonisi, Agalas Caves, Pischines, Myzithres, Keri Caves, the arches and the waters round Keri Beach multi function tour. It was wonderful.
Now, what I’d say is that if you happen to plan to rent your individual boat, be sure that to incorporate Navagio Beach as a cease and never a sole vacation spot. You see, Navagio is completely stunning however it will probably get unbearably busy within the busy summer season months.
Plus, there’s a heap of beautiful bays, coves and caves to discover all alongside the west coast of Zakynthos.
Afterwards, ask your skipper (if you happen to’re in a non-public boat) to cease off for lunch at Porto Limnionas Tavern. It’s a quaint little place the place you’ll be able to seize among the greatest souvlaki and do-it-yourself chips on the entire of Zakynthos.
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11.) Zakynthos Town
Zakynthos Town is the biggest city to go to on the island.
Filled with native retailers, stunning church buildings and a heap of bars and eating places, it’s the sort of place that’s effectively price visiting for a day and early night chew to eat.
We cherished the unfussy, Stathmos, for his or her scrumptious Greek meals. Their contemporary fish is completely scrumptious.
Afterwards, be sure you go to the Bochali Venetian Castle that’s simply outdoors the harbourfront space of Zakynthos Town itself.
The fort sits on a tall hill overlooking the ocean and is a reasonably beautiful place to be taught extra concerning the historic Venetians that after dominated the island.
You’ll get to be taught hundreds concerning the historical past and peek behind the partitions of the fortress itself.
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12.) Callinico Winery Museum
Around a 10-15 minute drive from Zakynthos Town, the Callinico Winery Museum is a good stopping level to make for a bit of wine tasting and be taught extra about wine manufacturing on the island.
Best of all, their cellars home an enormous quantity of wines which might be produced on the island and simply packed in your baggage to get pleasure from at residence. Prices are completely cheap and effectively price stopping by for some native favourites.
13.) Myzithres Viewpoint
Another nice viewpoint from the west coast of the island is from Myzithres Viewpoint, the place you’ll be able to see essentially the most dramatic views over the cliffs and throughout the Ionian Sea.
To get right here, you will have to park up close to Keri Lighthouse (the view under) and be a part of the filth highway (by way of foot or quad bike) to the cliff edge. The views are beautiful.
Again, like most spots of the west coast, Myzithres Viewpoint might be very harmful. This is particularly true as there aren’t any limitations stopping you from falling off the sting. Be very cautious.
Not fancying a typical resort keep? Check into Logothetis Organic Farm, a working farm that has a number of rustic c Greek homes on its property. They’re completely quaint and exquisite.
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14.) Laganas
If you’re wanting a bit of break from the beautiful nature and desire a fairly vigorous night time in town, then Laganas is likely to be the spot for you. It’s acquired every part from bars, taverns, and nightclubs that keep open till the wee hours of the morning.
Yes, it will probably get fairly loud and lairy but when that’s what you’re searching for you’ll find it irresistible right here. Though, if that doesn’t sound like your concept of enjoyable, you may wish to keep away within the later evenings.
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