Belief me after 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 places dotted all throughout the nation. That being stated, for me, it’s the stunning Greek islands which can be completely stunning and might’t be missed on any journey to Greece. That is very true in relation to all the perfect 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 stunning shoreline! In reality, I’d go so far as saying it’s one in all 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, under, at the perfect issues to do in Zakynthos. Take pleasure in your Greek journey!
1.) Discover the Navagio Seashore (Shipwreck Cove)
Yup, it virtually appears to be like unreal! Navagio Seashore 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 have to both be a part of a shared boat (or rent your personal). Costs fluctuate considerably and might be something from round €30 euro for a big shared boat and a brief tour, to round €750 for a ship that we rented with a skipper to drive us round for the entire day.
That being stated, you’ll be able to definitely spend a major quantity extra if you happen to’re fancying an enormous boat.
Most excursions counsel 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 stunning blues that you just see when the solar is excessive within the sky. It’s all a matter of desire and what’s vital 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 prime of the cliff and cease for a stunning sundown view throughout the Ionian Sea. It’s really unimaginable and, after seeing Navagio Seashore from above (at Navagio Beach View) and under, that is my very favorite spot.
Better of all, it’s fairly simple to drive to this viewpoint and there’s a bit 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 a number of folks nonetheless strolling this route however it may be extraordinarily harmful and has, sadly, claimed lives previously. At all times 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 likely one of the greatest issues to do in Zakynthos for sundown views and a yummy dinner.
E-book a desk round sundown and watch probably the most superb sundown; all while consuming via 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 unimaginable locations to go to on the island that you just’ll be spoilt for selection. In reality, it may be exhausting to slim down only a few of the perfect issues to do in Zakynthos on one journey.
So, like I stated when visiting spots like Navagio Seashore, it’s greatest to get your self a ship. This manner, you’ll be able to spend a complete 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.
While 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 evening).
We’ve spent just a few afternoons right here and the meals is unimaginable. Now, you do have to spend over €100 euros to make use of their cove/loungers however that is simply completed if two of you go for lunch and get just a few drinks.
We’d positively advocate it and it’s so good and peaceable.
6.) Anafonitria Monastery
Just a bit inland from Navagio Seashore, 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 spiritual 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 completely discover the monastery, which, makes it simple as a cease en route throughout the western shoreline.
If you happen to’re in search of a stunning place to remain, verify 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 happen to 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 house owners (two twin brothers are so welcoming). You’ll adore it.
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7.) Dominicale
For a few of the greatest seafood on Zakynthos, head to Dominicale Sea Food 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 costlier than a few of the different eating places on the town but it surely’s nicely value it; particularly for a deal with.
We cherished 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 a bit 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 charge to enter, although it’s a small charge 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 would possibly 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 likely one of the greatest issues to do in Zakynthos if you wish to see the valuable 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 can be protected across the island.
They’re usually protected by wood 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 probably the greatest 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 Seashore multi functional tour. It was superb.
Now, what I might say is that if you happen to plan to rent your personal boat, ensure to incorporate Navagio Seashore as a cease and never a sole vacation spot. You see, Navagio is completely stunning however it might probably 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 personal 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 greatest souvlaki and do-it-yourself 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.
Full of native outlets, stunning church buildings and a heap of bars and eating places, it’s the form of place that’s nicely value 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, make sure you go to the Bochali Venetian Citadel that’s simply outdoors the harbourfront space of Zakynthos City itself.
The fortress sits on a tall hill overlooking the ocean and is a reasonably attractive place to be taught extra concerning the historic Venetians that when dominated the island.
You’ll get to be taught masses 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 Winery Museum is a good stopping level to make for a bit wine tasting and be taught extra about wine manufacturing on the island.
Better of all, their cellars home an enormous quantity of wines which can be produced on the island and simply packed in your baggage to get pleasure from at dwelling. Costs are completely cheap and nicely 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 have to park up close to Keri Lighthouse (the view under) and be a part of the dust highway (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 are not any limitations stopping you from falling off the sting. Be very cautious.
Not fancying a typical resort keep? Examine into Logothetis Organic Farm, a working farm that has a choice of rustic c Greek homes on its property. They’re completely quaint and delightful.
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14.) Laganas
If you happen to’re wanting a bit break from the gorgeous nature and desire a fairly vigorous evening in town, then Laganas may be the spot for you. It’s bought the whole lot from bars, taverns, and nightclubs that keep open till the wee hours of the morning.
Sure, it might probably 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 would possibly need to keep away within the later evenings.
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