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Zakynthos Must-Sees

Zakynthos features a blend of dramatic geological formations and Venetian historical sites. The island is home to the iconic Navagio Beach, characterized by its stranded shipwreck, and numerous limestone sea caves like the Blue Caves and Keri Caves, accessible by boat. The National Marine Park protects the nesting grounds of Loggerhead sea turtles in Laganas Bay. Cultural landmarks include the Venetian Castle in Bohali, the Dionysios Solomos Museum, and the Renaissance-style Saint Nikolaos on the Mole church, reflecting the island’s architectural heritage.

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…

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.

Keri Blue Caves

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

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.

Porto Vromi

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

Dionysios Solomos Museum

Houses the mausoleum of national poet Dionysios Solomos and Andreas Kalvos. The collection includes original manuscripts, personal belongings, and 18th-century portraits of prominent Zakynthians.

Bohali

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

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.

Keri cave

Coastal limestone caves located on the southwestern Keri peninsula, accessible by boat for swimming and snorkeling in turquoise waters.

Blue cave

Geological formations near Cape Skinari where sunlight creates vibrant blue water reflections against the white limestone walls.

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.

View to the shipwreck

A cliff-top observation point offering a vertical view of the Panagiotis shipwreck and the surrounding 200-meter high limestone cliffs.

Zakynthos International Airport

Zakynthos International Airport "Dionysios Solomos" is an airport in Zakynthos, Greece.

Saint Nikolaos on the Mole

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

Castle of Zakynthos

Ruined Venetian fortress on Bohali Hill, constructed on the site of an ancient acropolis. Features stone gates bearing the Venetian Lion of Saint Mark.

Venetian Watch Tower

A historical stone lookout post, known as a Vardiola, built during the Venetian period to monitor the coast for pirate activity.