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Blue Caves: Zakynthos is one of the largest islands in the Ionian sea. In fact, it is the second most visited isle apart from Corfu. The lands in Zakynthos are quite mountainous, and just like the other Ionian islands, there are a number of fertile valleys and green plains that depict superb landscapes on the island. Their coasts are vast, Leggi tutto...

Beautiful view of the valley, over Tsilivi and as far as Killini on the mainland. Lovely food, good prices and nice friendly service. The tables are set in a beautiful garden. Highly recommend. Leggi tutto...

The Monastery of Panagia Skopiotissa is located on the slopes of a hill above Argassi. Although the monastery is half-ruined, it is worth visiting for the gorgeous view around the island. Leggi tutto...

The beach of Saint Nicholas is located 32 km north west of Zakynthos Town and owns its name to the little chapel that stands on the left side of the beach. It is one of the liveliest and fun-filled beaches, wide with many water sports activities and tourist facilities. Nearby is a nice restaurant and a bar. It receives mostly Leggi tutto...

The Museum of Dionysios Solomos, Andreas Kalvos and other Eminent Personalities of Zakynthos are housed in a Neoclassical building at the square of Saint Mark, Zakynthos Town. On the ground floor of the museum is the mausoleum and hosts the bones of the National Greek Poet, Dionysios Solomos since 1968, as well as the bones of poet Andreas Kalvos and Leggi tutto...

This post-Byzantine monastery is constructed in a lush scenery above Alykes. Its interior has many works and icons of great value. Leggi tutto...

The Monastery of Panagia Spiliotissa is located on the northern side of the island. Constructed on the edge of a steep cliff, this monastery is surrounded by lush greenery. Leggi tutto...

Imagine yourself being in a breathtaking place, a place wild and calm at the same time, a place where the mountain blends with the sea and the sunset resembles a painting. Imagine now that you can enjoy them all along with your food or drink. Just stop imagining and start for the traditional village of Agalas. At the path leading Leggi tutto...

The Monastery of Yperagathou belongs to the Monastery of Sina and dates back to the 17th century. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the church inside this small monastery has some old icons and nice wall paintings. It is not inhabited now but used to be an important monastery for Zakynthos in the past. Yperagathou Monastery is located Leggi tutto...

The Naval Museum of Zakynthos offers some very important insight on the development of the merchant and military navy, and the great impact that certain events had on the Greek navy, such as the Greek revolution, the two World Wars, and other decisive events, all included in the Naval museum records. However, Zakynthos does not have just one naval museum, Leggi tutto...

The pristine golden sands of Alykes beach gently slope into the Ionian Sea, with plenty of clear, shallow waters, making this famous beach a perfect choice for families with small children. Safe swimming isn’t the only fun to be had. Golden Dolphin Day Cruises can arrange an excursion to the blue caves and shipwreck beach or set you up with Leggi tutto...

Banana is the largest beach of Zakynthos island, located 14 km (20 min drive) from Zakynthos Town. It is famous for the exotic waters that shine under the sun light. Banana is fully organized with umbrellas and sundecks available for rent. There are a few beach bars offering cold drinks and light snacks. The beach distinguishes for the rocky landscape Leggi tutto...