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ZakynthosIonian island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Famous for the Shipwreck beach, blue caves and nesting sea turtles.
- Ferry
- From Kyllini about 1h
- Villages
- 3
- Beaches
- 3
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
Restaurants in ZakynthosSee menus and book a tableGetting there & around
From Kyllini about 1h
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Zakynthos?
From Kyllini about 1h
Where should I stay on Zakynthos?
Popular bases include Zakynthos Town, Volimes, Keri. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Zakynthos?
Highlights include Navagio, Blue Caves, Marathonisi.
What are the best beaches on Zakynthos?
Well-known beaches include Navagio (by boat), Gerakas, Porto Limnionas. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Is there Uber or taxis on Zakynthos?
Uber does not operate on Zakynthos; use the local taxis. Ranks in Zakynthos Town and the airport. Agree the price for beach trips.
Which islands are near Zakynthos?
Other islands in the Ionian include Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Ithaca. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Zakynthos in the Ionian?
Yes. Zakynthos is part of the Ionian island group in Greece.
Guides about Zakynthos
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.