Top Attractions in Zakynthos

Zakynthos Essentials

Zakynthos is defined by dramatic limestone cliffs and the turquoise waters of Navagio Beach, home to the 1980 Panagiotis shipwreck. The island’s southern shores, particularly within the National Marine Park, serve as vital nesting grounds for endangered Caretta caretta sea turtles. Beyond the coast, the capital features the Renaissance-style Saint Nikolaos on the Mole and the museum dedicated to national poet Dionysios Solomos. For panoramic views, the hilltop village of Bohali overlooks the harbor and the remains of a Venetian castle.

Zakynthos Essentials — Map

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Navagio Beach

Navagio Beach, or Shipwreck Beach, is an exposed cove, sometimes referred to as "Smugglers Cove", on the coast of Zakynthos, in the Ionian…

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Blue Caves

Do not miss out one of Zakynthos' wonders - little caves carved into cliffs. Can be visited with a tour or on a rented boat.

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Zakynthos National Marine Park

The National Marine Park of Zakynthos founded in 1999, is a national park located in Laganas bay, in Zakynthos island, Greece.

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Gerakas Beach

Popular beach and a part of natural reserve aiming to protect the turtles - please don't come here during the nesting season.

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Saint Dionysios Church

Saint Dionysios of Zakynthos was a 16th-century Orthodox Christian Archbishop of Aegina.

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Xigia Beach

Quite difficult to find but totally worth it - if looking for a tranquil place to relax. There are no facilities, just virgin nature.

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Keri Blue Caves

Spectacular arches and deep caves - this is a sight typical for Zakynthos. Take a boat tour to admire the varied coast.

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Porto Vromi

This beach is the best place to catch a boat to the Shipwreck Beach and the adjacent blue caves.

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Cameo island

Private islet connected to Agios Sostis by a long wooden footbridge. It features a small beach area known for the white linens fluttering above the water and views across Laganas Bay.

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Cape Skinari

Come here for a walk - the views are spectacular - or for a dip into the sea. The experienced like to dive here during the night.

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Dionysios Solomos Museum

Located in Saint Mark's Square, this museum is dedicated to the national poet of Greece, Dionysios Solomos. It houses his personal manuscripts, portraits, and the tombs of Solomos and Andreas Kalvos.

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Saint Nikolaos on the Mole

You wouldn't say this building was damaged by several earthquakes. A beautiful Renaissance church situated by the sea.

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Bohali

One of the most affluent areas of Zakynthos. Walk past the villas and enjoy the breathtaking view of the bay.

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