Belief me once I say that Greece is a particular place! Not solely does it have some extremely historic cities like Athens, but it surely additionally has a load of epic locations dotted all throughout the nation. That being stated, for me, it’s the gorgeous Greek islands which might be completely lovely and may’t be missed on any journey to Greece. That is very true in the case of all the most effective issues to do in Zakynthos – an Ionian Greek Island that’s simply gorgeous 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 lovely shoreline! The truth is, I’d go so far as saying it’s one in every of my favorite coastlines in all of Greece.
So, that can assist you alongside your merry strategy to discover Zakynthos, I wished to share a few of our favorite spots that you just actually shouldn’t miss; particularly if you happen to’re planning to drive or boat across the island.
Have a look, beneath, at the most effective issues to do in Zakynthos. Take pleasure in your Greek journey!
1.) Discover the Navagio Seashore (Shipwreck Cove)
Yup, it nearly appears unreal! Navagio Seashore is one spot in Zakynthos that’s recognized all throughout the Mediterranean. It’s extremely lovely, dramatic and downright blissful.
Now, to get right here, you’ll have to both be a part of an unbelievable boat tour round Zakynthos (or rent your individual). That being stated, you’ll be able to guide this attractive, small group boat tour across the coast and the skippers are so well-informed to take you to the most effective spots.
Costs range 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 recommend heading to Navagio Seashore within the morning, however if you happen to actually need to see a lot fewer crowds then head right here an hour or two earlier than sundown.
It’s considerably quieter however you won’t get the identical lovely blues that you just see when the solar is excessive within the sky. It’s all a matter of desire and what’s essential to you most.
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2.) Navagio Seashore View
If a ship journey doesn’t sound like your factor, head to the very high of the cliff and cease for a stunning sundown view throughout the Ionian Sea. It’s really unbelievable and, after seeing Navagio Seashore from above (at Navagio Seashore View) and beneath, that is my very favorite spot.
Better of all, it’s fairly simple to drive to this viewpoint and there’s just a little little bit of parking, too. Head right here round 1-2 hours earlier than sundown and take within the attractive 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 principle seashore view. We noticed numerous folks nonetheless strolling this route however it may be extraordinarily harmful and has, sadly, claimed lives up to now. All the time be wise, don’t go too close to the sides and watch out.
Belief 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 among the finest issues to do in Zakynthos for sundown views and a yummy dinner.
E-book a desk round sundown and watch probably the most wonderful sundown; all while consuming by way of the native catch of the day that’s too good to overlook.
4.) Keri Caves (and a wider boat tour)
There are such a lot of unbelievable locations to go to on the island that you just’ll be spoilt for alternative. The truth is, it may be exhausting to slender down just some of the most effective issues to do in Zakynthos on one journey.
So, like I stated when visiting spots like Navagio Seashore, it’s finest to get your self a ship. This manner, 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 stuffed with unbelievable and completely spectacular caves that span the western shoreline.
While on a ship tour, you’ll get to move 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 unbelievable. Now, you do have to 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 positively suggest it and it’s so good and peaceable.
6.) Anafonitria Monastery
Just a bit inland from Navagio Seashore, visiting the Anafonitria Monastery is among the finest issues to do in Zakynthos if you wish to discover extra of the island’s non secular historical past.
Based within the fifteenth century, the monastery is devoted to the Holy Virgin Mary and is fairly spectacular to see. Contained in the constructing, the partitions are adorned 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.
In case you’re in search of a stunning place to remain, examine into Olea All Suites. We spent just a few weeks right here and liked it right here. The swim-up swimming pools are unbelievable.
In case 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 unbelievable; particularly the baked feta and the homeowners (two twin brothers are so welcoming). You’ll adore it.
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7.) Dominicale
For a few of the finest seafood on Zakynthos, head to Dominicale Sea Meals that’s so good. Round a 7-minute drive from Zakynthos City, Dominicale Sea Meals has a spread of freshly-caught seafood that’s simply so tasty.
Sure, it’s fairly a bit dearer than a few of the different eating places on the town but it surely’s effectively value it; particularly for a deal with.
We liked the entire lobster and pasta. So good!
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8.) Cameo Island
Simply off Laganas, Cameo Island is a tiny little island that’s connected to the Laganas space of Zakynthos through a small footbridge.
Through the years, the seashore bar has been just a little gem of a spot to go to for a fast drink or sit back on their intimate little shoreline.
Sure, you’ll have to pay a small price to enter, although it’s a small price that’s value it if you happen to’re spending a while on the island.
That being stated, 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 many spots we included with our boat journey, exploring Turtle Island is among the finest issues to do in Zakynthos if you wish to see the dear nesting websites across the Ionian Sea.
As soon as right here, spend a while on the seashore, take a while to relax and look out for the hatching websites which might be protected across the island.
They’re usually protected by picket guards that you just’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 well among the finest issues to do in Zakynthos.
We booked with Huge Blue Boat Leases and liked 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 Seashore multi function tour. It was wonderful.
Now, what I’d say is that if you happen to plan to rent your individual boat, make sure that to incorporate Navagio Seashore as a cease and never a sole vacation spot. You see, Navagio is completely lovely however it could get unbearably busy within the busy summer time months.
Plus, there’s a heap of gorgeous 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 a few of the finest souvlaki and home made chips on the entire of Zakynthos.
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11.) Zakynthos City
Zakynthos City is the biggest city to go to on the island.
Stuffed with native outlets, lovely church buildings and a heap of bars and eating places, it’s the sort of place that’s effectively value visiting for a day and early night chew to eat.
We liked the unfussy, Stathmos, for his or her scrumptious Greek meals. Their contemporary fish is completely scrumptious.
Afterwards, make sure to go to the Bochali Venetian Fortress that’s simply exterior the harbourfront space of Zakynthos City itself.
The fort sits on a tall hill overlooking the ocean and is a reasonably attractive place to study extra concerning the historic Venetians that after dominated the island.
You’ll get to study hundreds concerning the historical past and peek behind the partitions of the fortress itself.
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12.) Callinico Vineyard Museum
Round a 10-15 minute drive from Zakynthos City, the Callinico Vineyard Museum is a good stopping level to make for just a little wine tasting and study extra about wine manufacturing on the island.
Better of all, their cellars home an enormous quantity of wines which might be produced on the island and simply packed in your baggage to take pleasure in at residence. Costs are completely affordable and effectively value stopping by for some native favourites.
13.) Myzithres Viewpoint
One other nice viewpoint from the west coast of the island is from Myzithres Viewpoint, the place you’ll be able to see probably the most dramatic views over the cliffs and throughout the Ionian Sea.
To get right here, you will want to park up close to Keri Lighthouse (the view beneath) and be a part of the grime street (through foot or quad bike) to the cliff edge. The views are attractive.
Once more, like most spots of the west coast, Myzithres Viewpoint might be very harmful. That is very true as there aren’t any limitations stopping you from falling off the sting. Be very cautious.
Not fancying a typical resort keep? Test into Logothetis Natural 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
In case you’re wanting just a little break from the gorgeous nature and desire a fairly vigorous night time in town, then Laganas is likely to be the spot for you. It’s received every part from bars, taverns, and nightclubs that keep open till the wee hours of the morning.
Sure, it could get fairly loud and lairy but when that’s what you’re in search of you’ll adore it right here. Although, if that doesn’t sound like your concept of enjoyable, you may need to keep away within the later evenings.
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