Attractions in Zakynthos

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This selection highlights the diverse geography and heritage of Zakynthos, from the dramatic limestone cliffs of Cape Keri to the famous shipwreck overlook at Navagio. Cultural sites include the Dionysios Solomos Museum in Zakynthos Town and the Venetian-era stone bridge in Argassi. Natural landmarks range from a 2,000-year-old olive tree in Exo Hora to the sea caves of the Keri peninsula and the turtle conservation center at Gerakas, dedicated to the protected Caretta caretta species.

View to the shipwreck

A cliffside overlook providing a panoramic perspective of Navagio Beach and the 1980 wreck of the MV Panagiotis.

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Dionysios Solomos Museum

Located in St. Mark's Square, this museum contains the tombs of poets Dionysios Solomos and Andreas Kalvos, plus historical manuscripts and Ionian school paintings.

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View Point

A vantage point offering views of the Mizithres, two large white conical rock formations rising from the sea at the base of the cliffs.

Cape Keri

The island's southernmost point, characterized by a lighthouse and vertical limestone cliffs that drop 200 meters into the Ionian Sea.

Oldest Olive Tree on Zakynthos

Situated in the village of Exo Hora, this specimen is estimated to be over 2,000 years old and features a distinctive, massive hollowed trunk.

Zakynthos Sea Turtle Rescue & Information Centre

Located near Gerakas Beach, this center provides educational exhibits on endangered Caretta caretta sea turtles and rehabilitates injured marine life.

Keri caves

A series of sea caves and natural arches along the southwestern coast, accessible only by boat for exploring turquoise waters and limestone formations.