18 must see places

Navagio Beach in detail
Navagio beach

Sandy beach, Cliff

Navagio Beach will be closed to entry for the entire 2025 summer season due to dangerous rockslides. The famous shipwreck beach is clearly the most famous, most interesting and most beautiful beach on the island, if not in Greece. Some even call it the most beautiful in Europe. It can only be reached by boat, and cruises from the ports of Porto Vromi and St. Nikolas run all day. [btn "Book your car rental Zakynthos" https://www.booking.com…

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Blue Caves
Blue Caves

Cave

Probably the most unique natural phenomenon of Zante can be found in its north. The Blue Caves are actually white, the sea is blue, and it is the limestone rocks and the sun's rays that make them glow a beautiful colour. The best conditions are in the early morning and mid-morning when the light refracts so that the water turns a bright turquoise, glistening and shimmering. [btn "Book your car rental Zakynthos" https://www.booking.com/cars…

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Mizithres
Mizithres

Cliff

The famous Keri coastline with the most beautiful sunsets on Zakynthos hides one of the most famous rock formations of the Ionian Islands in its waters. Here, a rock pyramid of white limestone rises up to 25 metres above the sea, whose turquoise and azure waters create an incredible play of colours. [btn "Find the cheapest tours to Zakynthos here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/zakynthos] The Mizithres rock is connected to the coast…

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Laganas Beach
Laganas

Resort, Sandy beach, Island

Laganas is the largest and busiest resort on Zakynthos with the richest nightlife and water sports. [btn "The best last-minute tours to Zakynthos here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/zakynthos] The local beach, combined with the neighbouring smaller resort of Kalamaki, forms the longest continuous stretch of sand on Zakynthos at over 5km long. The town of Laganas itself boasts a very busy main street stretching inland from the…

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Banana beach
Banana beach

Sandy beach

Banana Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Zakynthos and is ideal for a day of lounging by the sea and swimming. [btn "Best Zakynthos holidays - book here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/zakynthos] Banana Beach lies in a rural area near the tiny resort of Vasilikos, a quiet village at the southern tip of Zakynthos just a short distance from the airport. Swimming and beach facilities Banana is one of the…

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Tsilivi Beach
Tsilivi

Resort, Sandy beach, Water Park

The eastern resort of Tsilivi is the second largest and liveliest on Zakynthos after Laganas. However, even Tsilivi doesn't escape the peace and tranquillity of Zante, and compared to other Mediterranean resorts, it's truly peaceful. [btn "Find the cheapest tours to Zakynthos here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/zakynthos] Of the island's resorts, however, Zakynthos boasts one of the widest range of water sports on offer, and you…

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Kalamaki Beach
Kalamaki

Resort, Pebble beach

The resort of Kalmaki, located in the south of Laganas Bay, is a pleasant and peaceful alternative to the bustling and nightlife-filled resort of Laganas, 2 km away. [btn "Find the cheapest tours to Zakynthos here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/zakynthos] The town of Kalamaki itself is made up of un-centralised houses, hotels or apartments scattered around, with a few small tavernas and shops, with more entertainment available in…

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Keri rock arch
Keri

Coast, Lighthouse, Cape

The south-west coast of Zakynthos is one of the most beautiful natural areas of the Greek islands. The wild coastline, full of white limestone cliffs, rocky formations and romantic villages, invites day trips from the resorts. [btn "Book a car rental in Zakynthos" https://www.booking.com/cars/region/gr/zakynthos.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-zakynthos-keri] Along with Navagio Beach, the Keri area is the most popular excursion spot on…

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Skinari Windmills
Cape Skinari

Cape, Lighthouse, Mill

The northernmost point of Zakynthos is located on the beautiful Cape Skinari, with its dramatic cliffs, limestone caves and magnificent lighthouse and windmill. Cape Skinari is definitely not to be missed when touring the island by car. [btn "Zakynthos car rental prices" https://www.booking.com/cars/region/gr/zakynthos.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-zakynthos-skinari] In clear weather, from Cape Skinari you can see the island of Kefalonia, 15…

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Zakynthos town
Town of Zakynthos

Tourist town

The main and only real town bears the same name as the island itself: Zakynthos. Even if you're staying in a resort on Zakynthos, it's definitely worth a trip to the capital for at least an afternoon. [btn "Top 10 hotels in Zakynthos" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/zakynthos.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-zakynthos-town] Zakynthos Town impresses with its lively atmosphere in the narrow streets of the centre and around the island's main…

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Marathonisi
Island of Marathonisi

Island

The most famous spot for giant tortoise sightings is Marathonisi (also called Turtle Island), which lies in the Gulf of Laganas about 3 km off the coast. You can take a look here with one of the travel agencies you can find in Laganas. [btn "Top 10 hotels on Zakynthos Island" https://www.booking.com/region/gr/zakynthos.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-zakynthos-marathonisi] The popular Marathonisi expedition for about 15 euros is organised by…

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Xigia beach
Xigia beach

Pebble beach

You can smell this beach from metres away. In fact, Xigia is a natural healing bathing place because of the sulphur springs found here. Apart from this attraction, it is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island thanks to its beautiful natural surroundings. [btn "Compare Zakynthos car rental prices" https://www.booking.com/cars/region/gr/zakynthos.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-zakynthos-xigia] However, overcrowding must be taken into…

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Gerakas Beach
Gerakas beach

Pebble beach

Gerakas is one of the most popular "turtle beaches" on Zakynthos. Located on a tiny, narrow peninsula on the southeastern tip of the island, it's remoteness from the larger resorts has made it a favourite spot for giant tortoises for its tranquillity. [btn "Top 10 hotels on Zakynthos" https://www.booking.com/region/gr/zakynthos.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-zakynthos-gerakas] Swimming in the company of turtles Gerakas Beach is one of the…

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Alykanas beach
Alykes beach

Sandy beach, Resort

The small, quiet resort of Alykes invites travellers for a relaxing seaside holiday in a beautiful setting of gentle hills covered with greenery and a wide range of beaches. It is connected by a promenade to the neighbouring resort of Alykanas. [btn "The best last-minute tours to Zakynthos here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/zakynthos] Swimming and facilities The resort of Alykes boasts over 2km of partially organised beach…

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Porto Limnion
Porto Limnionas

The Cove, Stony Beach

On the western side of Zakynthos you will find dozens of small and hidden beaches. A typical example of such a beach with turquoise and clear sea water is Porto Limnionas. Due to its location under the cliffs, you will have a shorter descent. The entrance to the water is quite uncomfortable on large rocks, on which you can lie and sunbathe. There is no sandy beach here. The only facilities are a picturesque tavern on the cliff with…

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Plakaki

Cliff, Coast

The wild west coast of Zakynthos hides many beautiful sceneries and the Plakaki cliffs are definitely one of the ones you shouldn't miss. [btn "Book a car rental in Zakynthos" https://www.booking.com/cars/region/gr/zakynthos.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-zakynthos-plakaki] The coastline below the village of Agalas is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful in Greece. The white cliffs drop almost vertically down from heights of up…

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Porto Vromi
Porto Vromi

The Cove, Stony Beach

A place to swim that doesn't face the masses of tourists is Porto Vromi. It's a picturesque bay and harbour where you have to walk a long way downhill, but the swim between the ubiquitous peaks is well worth it. Don't expect beach service, there's only one bar. When any tourists do visit, it's mostly for the cruise to Navagio and the Blue Grottoes. However, Porto Vromi can be reached by car on a narrow asphalt road leading from the inland…

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Makris Gialos
Makris Gialos beach

Pebble beach

A pleasant bay with a pebble beach is located at Cape Skinari. Makris Gialos beach is one of the most picturesque on Zakynthos and is definitely worth a visit during your wanderings along the east coast. The beach is covered with relatively large pebbles and measures just under 100 metres in length. It is therefore recommended to arrive early in the morning, as later on the beach may be completely full with no vacancies. There are several…

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